[crp] worthy of love?

[TheGardener]

amanda arrives in the city of fenia. looking for the local tavern, she sighed softly. it had been a long day, but one that was very fruitful. she looked in her bag seeing a number of leaves. aloe, tea, and much more. she smiled brightly. she looked around to see who all was around. she waited patiently to see if anyone was coming or what exactly this evening would hold in store for her. she lightly pushed some wrinkles out of her dress.

[Moser]

Moser, leaning by the wall nonchanlantly, watched her walk in, her beauty was mesmerising, almost beyond compare, he so wanted to approach her, though he feared she may scurry away, he didnt wish this to happen, she appeared a little skittish, looking this way and that, perhaps she was waiting for another, for now he was content to just watch and appreciate. His eyes followed the movement of her hands as she smoothed out what appeared to be non existent wrinkles in her dress.
She didnt seem to be aware of his watching her, her presence created ambience, then it seemed like a certain Déjà vu, a something from the past transpired into the present, Moser was transfixed.

[TheGardener]

amanda sighed softly. at least there was no army after her this time. it would be a peaceful visit ... hopefully. leaning back in her chair, she motioned for a drink to be delivered. it would help to relax her a bit. she never quite understood why she would get so tensed up. part of her mind wanted to blame it on the past problems here, but she knew it was something else deep inside her. after all, it had been years since anyone really looked her way.

looking around, she saw a few gentlemen looking over the ladies in the tavern. some had sleeze ball all over them. if they made a move, she would end their fantasy before it even got started. she knew her value and she wouldn't diminish it for the sake of being with someone. her mother taught her better than that.

[Moser]

Continuing to observe her, somewhat puzzled that no one had approached her, Moser wondered briefly why she would be here all alone, surely she would have much interest from gentlemen, sensing something there, was it a certain shyness, perhaps unsurety, he could not quite put a finger on it, shifting his position to a closer vantage point, he saw her sign the barkeep for a drink,when it was delivered she sipped it slowly, obviously deep in thought, as her pretty brow furrowed at some unspoken thought.
He watched as she surveyed the other patrons dotted around the tavern, could she be seeking someone, perhaps waiting for someone, he realised he hoped this wasnt true, he continued to cast his eyes over her, but she did not look at all in his direction, he so wished to make eye contact, that first glance would tell him so much, or so little. Mystery surrounded her and this appealed to Moser greatly.

[TheGardener]

looking around, it seemed the same old same old. she scanned the crowd trying to see if she knew anyone. no one seemed to jump out while looking. sometimes she desired a fresh face to scan her like she scanned the crowd. drinking her drink, she pondered if she should get something to nibble on. her stomach was growling a little. leaning back, she looked towards a face that she couldn't quite remember noticing before. he seemed to look briefly in her direction. had she passed him on the roads or maybe even in town? maybe she had bought something from the market from him?

he had a caring glance. something she hadn't seen in too many men... especially around her. she was opinionated and most seemed to wither under the pressure of having to follow their own promises. this intrigued her. was there something in those eyes? a story to be told or a mystery to be revealed. she made no pretension that she was scanning him and trying to figure out this new face... this not too bad looking male.

[Moser]

His gaze continued to attempt to sum up her whole demeanour, his eyes were fixed on her, he was unable to see all else around him, suddenly she turned his way, and looked at him, something in him trembled the moment their eyes met, he saw a quizzical interest there, it told him little, however it did tell him she was not adverse to his attention of her, their gaze held, he felt like a statue, unable to move, just to return her gaze seemed enough at this moment.

[TheGardener]

amanda looked his way examining him. he seemed different. he seemed curious. something about him seemed decent. she wasn't quite sure what he was looking at, but it was definately towards her. she wondered if he was with someone. was he waiting for his lady in arms to escort him off into the sunset with splashes of kisses and cuddles. kisses and cuddles... what an odd thing to think of a stranger, but then again... strange things run the mind's gambit.

[Moser]

Holding her gaze for what seemed for ever, Moser, decided this was the time to seize the opportunity, what harm would there be, in seeking her out and conversing with her, her gaze still upon him, he knew this would not be so, had she someone else in mind, walking slowly her way, when he reached her, within a comfortable distance to converse, he began to speak, m'lady, I could not help but notice you were here alone, I hope Im not intruding? I am Moser, and you are?

[TheGardener]

amanda watched as moser strode towards her. she noticed his confidence and the sieze the day sort of attitude. he did have quite an air on him. she liked a man who wasn't afraid of approaching her. hearing his words, she smiled softly.

"no intrusion at all. please have a seat. my name is amanda or some just call me the gardener for my love of gardens."

seeing her drink about half empty, she motioned for a new drink to be given to her. looking towards moser, she wondered if he wanted anything to drink. only one way to find out...

"would you like something to drink, moser?"

it was always good to have someone to talk to while traveling. stories and shared words could quite warm the spirit... especially in winter when the chill could grab onto the bones of the body like nothing else. he did seem to be warm.

[Moser]

I am pleased to make your acquaintance Amanda, gardens are also a passion of mine, so close to basics, I feel when Im there amongst the greenery, taking her hand in his, lightly kissing the back of it, tiny shocks seemed to come between them as skin touched skin, Moser was trembling inside, he was hoping he had kept some shred of air of confidence, of course it was all subterfuge, his very being turned to jelly the minute her eyes met his.

Moser smiled while seating himself, why thankyou, he motioned to the barkeep for a round of drinks, the drinks came immediately, I propose a toast m'lady, to new beginnings? clinking her glass with his, he took a sip of the fine wine, hoping it was to her liking. Perhaps I might suggest some fare, have you eaten as yet? smiling at her, and feeling himself blush slightly, Im afraid my attention has not been on food, even though that is what I came in for.