Trahearne didn't try to make eye contact, it was easier without that pressure. He moved his hand to the back of his neck to rub at one of the circles that lined his spine. Something uniquely sylvari, as far as he knew. Being unique and new hadn't panned out well for his people.

"Some things I don't want to burden others with, it's not my place to do so. Not without compensation at least." He paid Amberdrake handsomely. "Other concerns could change how you see me."

Trahearne trusted Tannusen. Trust didn't stop things going wrong.