Servant Girl

  “I am flattered you feel so.” She chuckles.

           'It is not often I am in            the company of someone            of legend,'                          she spoke truthfully.

     There are many stories of my people and I.”

            'Well, I am honored to                 be in your presence.'

 ”A pleasure to meet you. I am Sigyn.”

'-----Sigyn?           I do believe I have heard           stories along with that           name before.'

  “Perhaps I shall join you. I do enjoy the markets.”

        'And you are more than welcome to.             I am Alia.'

 ”Where are you headed - if I may ask.”

         'The closest market.               I am trusted to gather what               my Queen needs.'

  “I have not seen you here before,”

      'No... you would not have.            I am only passing through.'

That earns a small laugh, though Ragnar says no more on the matter. "What is your name?"

      'My name is Alia.' [    She bowed her head slightly, a small smile on her lips.    ]       'And what shall I call you?'

        “Or I would twist it to make it more entertaining for them.”

      'It is your story now, sir.       You are free to do as       you wish.'

      ”Of course I look like       an ordinary man.       If my appearance was       anything else do you       really expect me to be       out in the daylight?       I am to be feared.                   I suggest you watch your tongue.”

      'I suppose you may be right.       I hope your forgive me for       angering you.       It was not my intent.'