"So are any of you interested in having a little fun?"
Alice enthusiastically wants to raise her hand but before anyone can say anything Ashley steps inShe smiles and winks at Ashley, "it's an open invitaiton if you're ever lonely out here on the road, we don't have to do anything crazy but sometimes just brushing each other's hair and soothing conversation can be very relaxing and open up ideas that you may not have thought of. I'm also an excellent masseuse and I am very good at helping set your mind straight. Many of my friends come just to talk and unwind after a long day on the road. I also have other treats you might like? I have a fine selection of pipe weed, longbottom leaf, herb, dokha, among others and I can also make soothing teas that will help you relax. Trust me, if you're feeling nervous or you're just on the fense, a few sips of certain teas can really loosen you up. Fun is a guarentee!" She thought a moment, "In fact, I was so happy you loaned your pet to me the other night, Ashley, I'd be willing to play a little with you gratis."
Alice half-follows the conversation with slight bewilderment but then focuses on her lunch again.
After Cat warms the vial, Alice applies a vial of poison on 10 of her arrows already honed arrows.
This doesn't look bad, but let's see how it works...
Alice's attention to the mules does not go unnoticed. Though Sophia doesn't seem to be interested, Sandra was particularly interested in Alice's words and is momentarily fascinated, she quite enjoyed Alice's visit.
Well, who knows, Sandra's fond of me after all? I'll pay you another visit when I'm on guard duty!
Ashley pushes out of Alice's grip.
"This is the opposite of how you get candy in the future!"
Alice is slightly disheartenedWhaat?
You're giving me candy to train me to stay away from you?

Alice is up and watching when she sees a couple guards on horseback escorting four refugees in chains heading North.
Alice takes off the hood of her wofl cloak so she's not mistaken for an animal and takes a look at the refugees wondering what they might have done to end up in that situation. However there's already enough trouble and getting involved with guards is not the best idea. Alice raises a hand in silent greeting to show the guards she's aware of them and not a threat.
After they are gone, Alice checks on the mules again[Saturday, Spring 22, 06:00, Partly Cloudy, 10C]
It's a nice morning, the clouds in the east over the forest filter the sunlight but doesn't stop a few rays from reaching the vast sea to the West.
Alice wakes everyone and reports her encounter with the guards during breakfast.Looks like the High Road is surprisingly safe at the moment. I doubt it'll stay like this further east...