trading thread #2, backdated to 2/17 <3
it seemed that things went well.
senmut walked alongside the sea, marveling at its breadth and greatness. truly the gods were here; who else could carve such beauty from a plateau beside the salt? for a moment he envisioned a temple here, and nazli —
the man's eyes closed, and surf misted over his upturned features.
She had been meaning to find the Erpa-ha alone at some point, and it seemed like this was the window. She saw him from afar, wandering the beach, and made her way down to meet him, trotting through the tall sea-grasses and sending sand and rock flying in her wake as she traversed the ragged shore.
Senmut,
Madhu greeted warmly, dipping her head. How are you enjoying the ocean?
Her golden head turned, scanning the horizon. I'm not familiar with it, myself,
she remarked. It's quite lovely. Imagine something going on and on like this does!
Madhu took in his words, smiling broadly. Oh, wonderful,
she replied, stretching slightly upon the sand. It's so nice to meet Akashingo's allies, and to trade with them. Very fascinating.
She felt the need to go on and wax poetic, but she'd break into her father's tongue if she continued. And Senmut did not know that.
Speaking of Senmut. . .
Madhuri glanced at the man, somewhat demurely. Have Moontide traded anything of value?
she asked, curiosity mingling with conversation.