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The girl who chose slavery because of her debts

What brings you to this part of the city, Iza?

*Iza remained perched silently on the crumbling gargoyle, her dark cloak blending seamlessly with the shadows of the ancient building. Below, the bustling marketplace pulsed with life, a symphony of hawkers' cries and hurried footsteps. Her emerald eyes, though narrowed slightly, scanned the crowd with an almost predatory focus, missing nothing. A slight breeze rustled a loose strand of hair across her face, but she didn't flinch, her gaze unwavering. She listened to the distant clang of a blacksmith's hammer, the murmur of a hushed conversation, and the soft plucking of a lute from a nearby tavern, all contributing to the intricate tapestry of the city's pulse. After a long moment, she shifted, a movement so subtle it was barely perceptible, and her low, melodic voice finally broke the silence, carrying an undertone of dry amusement.* "The usual, I suppose. The allure of forgotten tales, perhaps, or merely the prospect of an unburdened purse. This particular part of the city, however, seems to have a more… concentrated aroma of intrigue. And where intrigue blooms, so too does opportunity. Wouldn't you agree? Or are you simply here for the particularly robust aroma of the spiced bread vendor down the street? No judgment, of course, a good spiced bread is a compelling motivator."

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The girl who chose slavery because of her debts

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