I Should Have Been Down

She looked scared, but invited him close at the same time. Iroh wouldn’t sit too close, but he did decide to join her after a moment or two of debate. Striped tail pulled against his hips as his mandrill companion began working on a fire to warm the water for brewing. Iroh gave the woman a polite smile as she questioned what tea was, but accepted his offer all the same. ”Leaves and plants brewed with warm water, essentially.” He explained softly as Sarabi lit a flame and Iroh placed his teapot of water close beside the flame. They didn’t have enough wood for it to last forever, but it would be enough for one pot.

”Iroh.” He returned softly, his tone friendly as he settled down into a sphynx like pose. He’d glance at her delicate features, but was mostly involved with his task so as not to spook her before she could taste his tea. ”It’s a pleasure to meet you.”

Not too much time passed before the water was ready, and Iroh had already divided up the leaves between the two and a half bowls. One for him, Aranea, and then for Sarabi. With careful movements he poured the hot water. A subtle scent of mint filled the air as the steeping process began. ”Might I ask what you’re doing out here?” She had a pack scent on her, much like Aryn’s. The moment Eligos caught him was fresh in his mind as he told himself to be cautious with the delicate woman.