Exploration

[Emily Shale]

Asha took her hand cautiously and shook it. Emily wasn't sure what it meant, but she understood a fear of contact. Emily wouldn't hold it against her. The woman blinked and Emily hoped she hadn't upset or embarrassed Asha. She had just wanted to help.

The woman smiled and asked, "You fancy some company."
She said it in an accent that brought a smile to Emily's face.

The offer was nice and Emily could really use some company right now. As long as the woman didn't want to talk about business, it would be welcomed. The rest of today was her vacation - at least until later tonight when she'd have to prepare for her business meeting tomorrow afternoon. "I'd love some company."


Emily followed Asha and sat across from her. She sipped at her coffee contentedly wondering what to talk about. The past week had been discussions about business, the estate, and overall had been overwhelming. Now that she had a chance to talk about something else, she didn't know what to say.

"So...it's my first time in Moscow. Do you know of anyplace I should go see?"
Emily didn't plan to stay long past her meeting, but it might be good to sight-see a bit afterwards.