Soronume stepped infront of Niniel, blocking her way. "My'lady Niniel, please."
He took her arm but she just turned away, "My'lady" he pleaded, "why do you run away? Mardath doesn't know of that he speaks. As much as I have a disliking to him and his abrupt nature I am sure he meant no offence by his recent..." he hesitated, "...outward thoughts."
Niniel didn't seem to pay heed to the elf's words. He let her from his grip and she turned and walked back towards the stables.
"Niniel, wait" he followed the maiden at some speed though she didn't stop until she reached a familiar mare. Soronume continued to try and persuade the maiden, "Niniel, you left the inn so quickly, without a word of explaination to the others at our table. Mardath clearly makes you uncomftable and I shan't pain you by asking the reason for that discomfort, but the fair star-maiden, Elwen, she has done no wrong by you. Will you not come back to the table?"
Niniel shook her head, adament she would leave. Soronume sighed, "please, stay?"
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