( A softened, reasonable tone, even as he turns his eyes to his followers — and tips his head, considering. Then, he nods, and the tension of the group progressively dissipates.
There is an air of merchantry to him, of middle-manning. Leaning over the table, both elbows firmly propped, he prepares to negotiate. )
But why here, and not another village? What drew you?
no subject
( A softened, reasonable tone, even as he turns his eyes to his followers — and tips his head, considering. Then, he nods, and the tension of the group progressively dissipates.
There is an air of merchantry to him, of middle-manning. Leaning over the table, both elbows firmly propped, he prepares to negotiate. )
But why here, and not another village? What drew you?