The Lord's eyebrows raised at the question and he leaned back into his seat. She was smart for leveraging his interest, "I will admit that my interest is piqued, but I am a little disappointed that we have to be so... transactional." Surprised? No. It was the Kindred way. "Perhaps it can be a topic we revisit at another time."
He nodded lightly at her confirmation. It was not only refreshing to confirm her talent, but her ability to navigate a veiled conversation was a skill itself.
"Yes, most of midtown is the Rack but you can still visit and travel the area- you simply can't feed there without permission." He shrugged as it was really a matter of preference. "Well, at least you are out enjoying a taste of what the city has to offer." Pun intended?
"Hmm..." he lingered in thought. He had enjoyed their coy and light banter. She still wanted to play the part, but he would not be made to look like a beggar. "Challenge enough?" His arms straightened, pushing his posture up from his resting elbow. "My dear no, there is no challenge to be had here." A thin smile creased across his lips, "Or should we discuss what you might offer for the privilege?" Sometimes it was good he was no longer the Seneschal. Sometimes it allowed for just a little more fun.