"Most of my work was done in Antiva City, I have not been sent for many contracts in smaller villages." But that would make sense. A sense of community would overrule the usual need for stature and status. At least it seems that shall be the way of things here.

He could get used to it.

"Who, me?" He makes his eyes wide and ever so innocent, his brows lifted, eartips dipped ever so slightly. The large, waifish look meant to project harmlessness. "I would never. But if you feel so moved..."