That would be because I am not. [Lies.] But I do understand your caution.
[The girl is on the cusp of womanhood, which is not nearly as difficult to handle as someone younger, but she looks like little more than a vagabond. Still, she seems like she would be tolerable to deal with if her personality doesn't prove too offensive.]
You are free to explore alone, but tensions are rather high and you may be attacked by a mob. It is safer to follow those of us foreigners who have been here longer. We know where we are least likely to be attacked.
[Justine doesn't move, but she also doesn't act like she's talking about more than just sharing a walk in the park. She remains calm, genial, and polite, but there is no sense of urgency, and her smile remains close-lipped.]
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[The girl is on the cusp of womanhood, which is not nearly as difficult to handle as someone younger, but she looks like little more than a vagabond. Still, she seems like she would be tolerable to deal with if her personality doesn't prove too offensive.]
You are free to explore alone, but tensions are rather high and you may be attacked by a mob. It is safer to follow those of us foreigners who have been here longer. We know where we are least likely to be attacked.
[Justine doesn't move, but she also doesn't act like she's talking about more than just sharing a walk in the park. She remains calm, genial, and polite, but there is no sense of urgency, and her smile remains close-lipped.]