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[classic_ratpack]

[there are children EVERYWHERE. Neal's never really swayed one way or another on kids, but they are good marks to practice on. Or perform magic on, because that's ... really what he's doing. Slight of hand is a conman's best friend

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[whichswan]

Look, mommy! Magic!

[ The little girl lets go of Nina's hands to run over to the man doing magic tricks in the lobby. Nina scowls before following her, trying to tug the girl away. ]

What did I tell you about strangers?

[classic_ratpack]

[looks over with a smile, before holding up his hands]

I promise, there's nothing up my sleeves.

[whichswan]

[ The little girl eventually breaks free from her hand and runs closer to him, while Nina gives him a thin-lipped smile and crosses her arms in front of her, still doubting. ]

Can you do that again for me? Pleeeease?

[classic_ratpack]

Of course I can.

[one hand shifts to fiddle with the cuff of his jacket, but he keeps his eyes on the little girl]

What's your name, sweetheart?

[whichswan]

[ The girl is practically hopping on her two feet in excitement. ]

Saqr! S-A-K-R!

Q. It's S-a-q-r. [ Because she just had to, but sends an apologetic smile at the man anyway. ]

[classic_ratpack]

[just smiles back, super friendly]

Saqr. I like it. Do you know what it means?

[whichswan]

[ Saqr gives it a thought but shakes her head vigorously. So Nina answers instead. ]

A hawk. Her father named her.

[classic_ratpack]

[nods]

A hawk, huh? Do you have a favorite bird?