Marli finished off the remainder of her milk and smiled brightly at him and his laughter. He was certainly a kind gentleman, one she wouldn't mind getting to know a little more.

"I will look forward to it then," she answered, "The first market once the fog is lifted and we will be there." Shrugging from his coat, she offered it to him. "I think I should be fine returning now, thank you again," she said as she slowly stood up from her chair to prepare to leave.

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