tab He nodded mutely, watching with what felt like satisfaction as she clutched the hair pin. He hadn't known if she'd like it -- he didn't even know her, really. He had hoped she would and with the way she held it so preciously he knew he had dome something right. He glanced away, cheeks feeling abnormally warm and heart tightening. It felt... good to make someone else so happy. Or was it just her? Someone so delicate and gentle? He glanced around the festival, hoping he wouldn't find Quee's eyes on him. He'd never live down the others glee.

      tab He turned back to Rari, noting her gaze. "Do you want to try again?" There were other games, of course, but if she wanted to keep trying the same one he'd watch. He wouldn't blame her -- the desire to conquer something seemingly unconquerable was understandable. He still wasn't sure how he even won. Maybe it was just sheer luck.

      Hattaki