[The weird guy was there by the time they arrive at the store, and they don't think anything of him at first until he starts rambling about the candles and rattling off questions to the poor shopkeep.
What does any of it matter, they wonder, because even if it's a magic candle it's still just... a magic candle. Knowing how it works isn't going to change anything, and it's not like getting trade secrets will just make him able to replicate them... Probably?
They're not really sure, but it ultimately doesn't matter. Still, it's a great chance to insert themself into this conversation and see what happens.]
You seem to know a lot about candles - you something of an artisan yourself?
[Their voice is cheerful, bright, and they at least sound genuinely curious.]
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What does any of it matter, they wonder, because even if it's a magic candle it's still just... a magic candle. Knowing how it works isn't going to change anything, and it's not like getting trade secrets will just make him able to replicate them... Probably?
They're not really sure, but it ultimately doesn't matter. Still, it's a great chance to insert themself into this conversation and see what happens.]
You seem to know a lot about candles - you something of an artisan yourself?
[Their voice is cheerful, bright, and they at least sound genuinely curious.]