Da Xia thought for a moment before answering the well-dressed gentleman. She did not want to reveal the fact that she is technically a member of the house of Tianrui, fearing she may be questioned until dusk. "I simply come here to sell my sword, and explore the city" Da Xia replies quickly, attempting to avoid awkward small talk with a stranger. The gentleman quietly observes Da Xia from head to hoe. "Hmm, I see", the gentleman replies, "although I thought you might have arrived here for other business." The gentleman gives her a sly smirk. Da Xia scowls. "What other business would a woman like me have? What do you take me for?!?" Da Xia is visibly upset. The gentleman backs away and waves his arms in defence, "there there! It is just that you bare a resemblance to someone I know, I mean no harm!" Da Xia resumes a more relaxed pose in response, seeing that the man meant no harm. Da Xia sighs. " I am sorry sir, it has been a long journey by boat. May I buy you a cup of tea at the nearest tea house?" The gentleman smiles. "No need dear, for you have a warriors temperament. A temperament not so removed from the warriors of old. Be cautious, my friend." The gentleman blends into the bustling crowd of the markets. Da Xia pauses in embarrassment before making her way into the city.
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