[He does not want to be hit by its frame, but thankfully the sound of locks unlocking gives him ample warning to step back before he's struck. Holmes greets her suspicion with a smile. It is not performative, nor cloying; it is born of intrigue and proper politeness, undettered and unsurprised by her hesitation.]
Good day, madam. Forgive the intrusion, but I've heard tell of a psychic in the area, and I find myself in dire need of a reading.
( the english, despite priding themselves of being a more civilized nation within their vast empire, still hold onto silly superstitions such as not reading about one's future on overcast days—much less rainy ones. wanda expected those seeking her to stick to these rather silly ideas, so—
no, it isn't an inconvenient time, but it's somewhat unexpected. the fact that it's a well-dressed gentleman isn't enough to make her feel hesitant. )
Even if it was an inconvenient time, I have the feeling you would rather not be turned away.
( the situation: ideal. nary a soul waiting for an appointment with her. wanda doesn't move away from the door, telling him the one thing that tends to turn others away, after another glance at the make of his clothes. )
It's two pounds and four shillings for a reading on a rainy day.
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Good day, madam. Forgive the intrusion, but I've heard tell of a psychic in the area, and I find myself in dire need of a reading.
[That same grin quirks a little.]
Have I come at an inconvenient time?
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no, it isn't an inconvenient time, but it's somewhat unexpected. the fact that it's a well-dressed gentleman isn't enough to make her feel hesitant. )
Even if it was an inconvenient time, I have the feeling you would rather not be turned away.
( the situation: ideal. nary a soul waiting for an appointment with her. wanda doesn't move away from the door, telling him the one thing that tends to turn others away, after another glance at the make of his clothes. )
It's two pounds and four shillings for a reading on a rainy day.