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Alnilam Ok thank you! Just wanted to ask before making my post!~
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"Sir, your top left button on your coat is undone." Marigold commented politely as her and Niko made their way down the path towards the palace. Niko glanced down at her before pausing and looking himself over and fixing it.
"Thank you, my dear. I did tell you, though, there is no need to walk with me. I know you're excited to be here, and if you wish to go on ahead, I won't be bothered." He answered softly, earning an amused laugh from the small girl.
"Don't be ridiculous. We're a team! And even if you don't show it, sir, I know you're nervous!" She gave his arm a small pat, before gently taking his hand and pulling him a little faster. "Get the nerves out by speeding up a little, though! I don't want to be the last ones there!"
Niko allowed Marigold's pushiness, picking up his pace as they approached the magnificent palace. To his relief, several members from other clans were already there, so he wouldn't have to deal with the mild discomfort of being the first ones. He paused before letting Marigold take him up the steps, pulling her attention to him.
"Now, remember, no sneaking off. We're here on business, in all technicality, and it would be very inappropriate to go snooping about. Are we clear?" He instructed in a hushed voice to Marigold. She frowned, albeit not genuinely.
"I won't! I'll go only where I'm told I can."
This answer seemed to satisfy Niko and he gave her a small nod before releasing her to rush up the steps, following calmly. He waited for the guard at the door to be free for a moment before addressing her politely and following Marigold inside.
The interior was wonderful, and Niko had to gently urge Marigold out of the immediately walkway so she wasn't in the way while she stood in awe of it all.
"Don't gawk, dear." Niko murmured, patting her arm. Marigold's mouth shut and she nodded, assuming a more refined look, observing all those already inside and coming in.