'Tala' already was bored. She wished they played music in this tavern. Her eyes cast forward.
"If you keep your talk of business to a minimum, I will spare you the details of my fashion choices, sir. Though, I think I am surely the most well dressed woman in all of Ligoria, barring the Queen herself.
*small laugh*
But, joking side-you are the man I am looking for, then. I have heard heard certain news you were looking for a business partner...as you can no doubt tell, I am a young woman with enough family funds to fritter away on every project that strikes her fancy, and hardly enough wisdom to know or care where it goes. You could offer to use my money to build a ship that swims under the ocean like a whale, and I would probably sign the cheque before you were finished speaking, most likely.
Simply put-you will want my help. Not only with funds, but acquiring business and opportunity in the kingdom. Perhaps even catching the eye of Queen Laythe. One day, you might find that you are no longer a simple merchant-and on that day, I will be there to help you and protect you.
In return...well, a merchant has his uses. I may need things delivered, for example-or people. Quickly and quietly. Nothing illegal mind you. Information you acquire that would be useful to me...finds it way to my ears, you know?
In short, I propose not only an alliance of business potential...but a friendship based on shared goals. I do hold the most fabulous parties you know. All I have to do is hand you an invitation, and within the night, everyone in Talama will know your name. An exciting thought, yes?"
'Tala' ran a hand through her long hair. She finished her drink in a single long sip.
"Well, before we continue-let us grab a seat and talk about our future together. I'd like to know more about you, and I'm sure you would like to know more about me."