[In contrast to some of the more poker-faced newcomers here, Merlin seems absolutely cheerful as he wanders from person to person, learning about their worlds. Only someone watching him closely for quite a while might notice the way his hand strayed again and again to the slender sword strapped to his belt, or the way his smile would suddenly disappear for a few seconds before returning full-force.
Because it's an act, of course. He is interested, yes, but he's far more worried and nervous and scared. Still, no use in giving into it-- and he might as well learn as much as he can while he's here.]
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Because it's an act, of course. He is interested, yes, but he's far more worried and nervous and scared. Still, no use in giving into it-- and he might as well learn as much as he can while he's here.]