The next day passed much like the day before. Raieya mostly kept to their room, only leaving to get them food. She sat with Gwaine and kept him company until it was time once again for her to go perform. She was even more anxious tonight, after Roldan had just watched her the night before. Gwaine was concerned also but once again Raieya refused to stay or let him go. Reluctantly Raieya left, promising Gwaine she'd return as soon as she could.

There was another large crowd that night. Raieya was glad this town seemed to appreciate her music. She didn't know how long she and Gwaine would have to stay so at least the money she was making should cover their room. As she performed she watched the crowd, noticing Roldan slip in not long after she started her set. He took a table not far from her. She tried to ignore him, focusing on her music. However she had a feeling he was not going to let her be tonight.

Sure enough once Raieya had finished playing, Roldan headed over to her.

"Raieyana," he greeted her.

"Roldan," she replied, crossing her arms.

"You know," said Roldan. "It's been nearly a year since we last saw each other."

"And...?" she replied.

"I'd like to know how you are," he said.

"Why?" said Raieya. "So you can find something to criticize me over?"

"Depends on what you've been doing," answered Roldan.

"Why are you being like this Roldan?" she demanded. "If you're still upset with me over what happened back home then go ahead and tell me you've already sent word to them or try to take me back, whatever it is you plan to do."

"Why would I tell you that?" said Roldan. "Then you'd run. I'm surprised you haven't already. That's how you deal with your problems right?"

"Roldan, I had no choice! Would you have me dead?" she exclaimed.

"I'd have you own up to what you did," he answered. "Do you even realize how you affected our family? We struggled without you and Raiyner. Not to mention we became the talk of the town. Business hurt for awhile. People didn't trust us."

"I'm sorry," snapped Raieya. "Father told me to go. He didn't want me dead. I'm sorry you do."

"I never said that," countered Roldan.

"Then what is it you want?" she demanded.

Roldan sighed. "This isn't going well."

Raieya gave him a look.

"I'd like to speak to you civilly," he said. "I'd like to catch up and see how you are. I don't wish you dead. I just wish you understood more."

"If you want to speak to me civilly then stop threatening me," said Raieya.

"Then stop getting so angry and suspicious, Raieya," he replied.

"Well don't just turn up on me and start criticizing every decision I make," argued Raieya.

"Alright, enough," said Roldan. "Let's just start over, shall we?"

"Alright," Raieya agreed. "It's late though, Roldan. Can we continue this tomorrow? I need to get back to my partner and make sure he's ok."

Roldan made a face at the mention of Gwaine but he nodded. "Perhaps dinner tomorrow?"

"If it's an early dinner," said Raieya. "I'll need to bring something back for my partner."

"Early dinner it is," Roldan replied. "I'll see you tomorrow."

Raieya nodded and grabbed her lute, heading to the bar to collect her earnings before returning to the room.

Gwaine sat up to greet her when he heard her come through the door.

"You're later tonight," he observed. "Everything go ok?"

"Roldan cornered me," she answered, sitting down on the bed beside him.

"And?" prodded Gwaine.

"It didn't go so well at first," Raieya answered. "He's obviously still angry about what happened. He seems to believe that I should be punished. But then he changed his tone. He says he wants to be civil and to catch up. We're supposed to have dinner tomorrow."

Gwaine made a face. "Are you sure that's a good idea? Do you trust him?"

"He's my brother, Gwaine," she replied. "I have to believe he wouldn't betray me. At the end of our conversation it didn't seem like he would. I don't know. We'll find out for sure tomorrow."

"I wish you'd allow me to go with you," commented Gwaine.

"I can handle myself," said Raieya. "Besides it's a family matter. Roldan probably wouldn't be too happy about you being there."

Gwaine shrugged. "I'm not too happy about him being here."

"Gwaine," Raieya laughed. "Don't worry. I'll be fine."

"I'm not worried," he replied. "I'd just like to set him straight about messing with you like he has."

"That's not your problem though," said Raieya firmly. "It's mine."

"I know," said Gwaine. "But no one messes with my partner."

"Gwaine," said Raieya. "You know I can take care of myself. Though I appreciate your support, stay out of it."

Gwaine shrugged. "Can't really do anything now, can I?"

"No," agreed Raieya. "You need to rest and let the medicine help you heal. You deal with that and I'll deal with Roldan."

"Maybe he'll decide to leave after tomorrow," said Gwaine.

"That would be nice," agreed Raieya. "We'll see what happens."

She yawned then and stood, removing her boots and dress.

"Do you mind if I blow out the candles now?" she asked.

"Go ahead," said Gwaine, shaking his head.

Raieya blew then out, then carefully walked around to the other side of the bed. She settled in under the covers, curling up with Gwaine.

"Night," she said.

"Night, Raieya," he replied.

Finally feeling a little less anxious Raieya was quickly able to fall asleep.