“Mary, may I sit with you?”, Jade repeated for the third time.

Jade smiled as the slender girl with raven hair raised her head.

”Yes please sit”, Mary replied.

Jade placed her plate of pears and cheese on the table and sat across from Mary. She was never good at idle conversation but Lord Chuck had mentioned that people did not know her and this lead to mistrust. In truth she had rather be whipped then have to do this but if Sir Chuck thought it was important she would try.

”Mary, I would like to introduce myself. My name is Jade. I am new to the dungeon as well. If there is anything I can do to help you please let me know”, she said as she offered Mary her hand.

Mary was quick to respond and shook Jade’s hand.

”Thank you Jade that was very kind to offer”, Mary said with a smile.

”Your welcome Mary”, Jade replied.

Jade took a bite of her cheese. Now what was she suppose to do. She always got so shy in these situations. She had to think of something even if it was stupid.

”How do you like it so far?”, asked Jade. Now that was really stupid thought Jade.

She was surprised when Mary started describing her old master and how much she like her stall. Mary seemed very happy with her accommodations and Jade couldn't help but smile too. Jade relaxed as she listened to Mary.