[center] Christian only smiled in response at Esther's introduction, taking her hand gently as well before he was met with Kieran's a moment after. "Pleasure's all mine." He assured her, but had suddenly become distracted as he'd heard Ynez behind him. The male had turned his attention toward her and nodded in response. "Well, Clara and I do appreciate the hospitality and assistance you've all provides, and I'm certain we can offer up any aid that you may need as well." Christian continued, hoping at least to fit in for the time being – as for Clara, he'd at least liked to have established his own allies there before her attitude could get her into some trouble in the future. 

Still, Christian watched the interactions in front of him, taking note that Ryanair had been Kieran's fledgling – and he, too, was still in one piece. He was beginning to doubt if Kieran was Clara's sire at all, considering both males had been standing in front of them and neither of them had been maimed by the female… 

His thoughts had been interrupted by Kieran's words again and he glanced over at the male momentarily. "Yes; well, if you know her well enough, you'd know it's best to leave her to her own devices half the time."  He'd only smiled slightly before taking note of everyone heading off together. Once more, his hands tucked into his pockets as he decided to follow. 

"Speaking of which – how do you know each other? She's never made mention of knowing anyone in town before.."


Meanwhile, Clara had given a little groan as she rolled over, still feeling restless even though it was later in the morning. She knew she wouldn't get any further sleep, and honestly, it was getting too late. People might start asking questions. With a frown, the girl had gotten herself out of bed and thrown her long curls up into a quick, messy up-do before she ventured outside of her room. When she'd noticed Christian had already been up, she bit her lower lip. Who knew what he could have been getting into with those people, and who knew what information he could have been searching for… 

With a bit more pep in her step, Clara headed down the hall and towards the stairs in search of where everyone had run off to that morning. 
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