"Right," Noah replied with casualness, turning his attention back to Moon's glowing leaves.
"Well, since you're here, do you want to buy something? Or are you just here for the free entertainment?"
Two can play at this game.
Lola's smirk widened at his deflection, clearly recognising his improved resistance to her charm offensive.
Instead of pushing harder, she seemed almost... pleased by his development.
"Actually," she said, settling more comfortably against the wall.
"I am curious about your new... companion."
Her ruby eyes remained on the Demonica Moonburgh with genuine interest rather than seductive mischief.
"I got it as payment for a loaf of bread and a glass of iced tea."
Lola's eyebrow arched with genuine surprise.
"That's a good deal, I must say."
Her voice carried a note Noah hadn't heard before, as if she was suspicious.
"This species of demonica plants is quite rare. There's only one person in Sin City who could supply you with this..."
