After that night the rumor of the new body quickly spread. Everyone came in to check on just who this thief was that was causing them so much trouble. They didn't expect to see what laid in Thrynn's bed.
Thrynn told Brynjolf that her name was Caleana and from her books and slender hands she was most like a mage. Or a student from the college.
They had striped her down of her weapons which consisted of a sword and dagger. Then again he suspected she didn't need many weapons. Not with how fast she was.
" Oh no no no," Vex growled as she pushed Thrynn back as he tried to leave her. " You're the only person here who may have a chance to talk to her without being attacked. You're staying here until she comes too."
Then there was a slight groan and Vex smirked.
" Which seems to be now. Good luck."
And with that she gave him a pat on the shoulder. Thrynn sighed and turned his attention to Caleana as she began to toss and turn. He had to admit, generally he was smooth with women. But something told him he wouldn't be able to rely on his skill anymore.
He watched her eyes open with fright. Immediately she spotted him and scurried back against the wall. With in a flash a light appeared in her hand as it morphed its way into a sword. Thrynn quickly rushed to hold his hands up above his head.
" Relax, I'm not going to hurt you."
Her eyes searched him in distrust. Then her eyes landed on his wrapped hand.
" It's you." She mumbled.
" I said the same thing."
Then as quickly as her guard fell it was back up.
" Where did you take me?" She demanded.
" You're in the headquaters of the the theive's guild."
" You were him? The one in the inn?"
A smirk flashed across his face. " I've got to admit, you put up a strong fight. Could barely catch you."
" What are you going to do? Kill me? Pry answer from me?"
" Actually, quite the opposite. Now if you would so kindly put that away," He motioned to the sword, " I think it's time you answer some of my questions."
She paused for a moment. Then she took a deep breath and the sword disappeared from her hand. Time to get to work.
" So you were doing it to get money?"
Celaena adjusted the way she sat.
" I don't have a choice. I don't really have a place to stay and even if I did it wouldn't be smart to buy a house. I travel too much and with traveling comes supplies. Which cost money. Besides." Her eyes flicker up to him. " It's fun to see the great thieve's guild get flustered over one little girl."
Thrynn tried to suppress his frustration as they both took a drink. He couldn't believe it. That this tiny little thing had been causing him such trouble.
" I've got to admit, you've got skill. Enough to catch Brynjolf's attention."
She rose a brow. " Do I now?"
" Enough to want you to join the guild."
She froze.
" That's a big proposition."
" Aye it is."
He watched her bite her lip slightly.
" I need time to think."
" Well you've got a few moments. We need to get you ready to meet mercer."
She scowled over at him and let out a sigh.
" Alright. I suppose."
He smiled as he sat back in his chair. Mission done. He was now allies with his greatest enemy.
Thrynn walked Celaena back to the Cistern after their stomachs were filled. It wasn't long before the other members quickly heard of their new sister in crime. Some were able to constrain themselves from crowding her, most weren't.
" So you were the little brat that caused us so much trouble." Niruin spoke as he stepped forward. Celaena looked at him, her face even. Then he cracked a smirk and patted her harshly on the back. " Nice work."
" Aye, very nice work lass."
They all turned and saw Brynjolf walk up to her. Thrynn felt her shoulder brush against his as she turned. He couldn't help but notice the small twinkle that dashed across her eyes.
" You must be Brynjolf. Word is that I've impressed you."
He grinned. " Then the words you hear are correct."
Thrynn noticed the same twinkle dash across Brynjolf's eyes as well. She may not be able to notice the nord's flirtations but he certainly did.
" She's accepted our proposal Bryn."
Brynjolf turned his attention up to the Thrynn.
" Then we've got the rest of the week to train her to meet Mercer. She's got to make the best impression she can."
Celaena glanced up at Thrynn, her stomach twisting into knots. He could see the question in her eyes. Then he took a deep breath, saying the words she feared to hear.
" We can only hope he's in a good mood when he comes back, otherwise I'm not sure what's going to happen."
