[ the stupid cat puffs up, pleased as can be that he clearly has an admirer. he never wants to leave egypt, they have the perfect amount of respect for obviously incredible felines.

ella rolls her eyes slightly, but returns the man's smile with a sweet one of her own. (cha 23) ] I can see why someone would want a statue, but for the life of me, I cannae figure out the appeal of a pile of stones. [ the innocently hopeful expression that crosses her features turns the question leading. she's clearly asking for him to tell her why they're so special. (diplomacy...? 15) ]