[ She isn't overly concerned about Hilda's sunglasses - so far sunglasses have been what people seem most willing to part with. But Hilda is right in saying more unattended sandals shouldn't be difficult to find.

Still, that drink preference stated as something she needs to know makes her eyebrows arch, a corner of her mouth dangerously close to quirking for a moment. ]

Your preference is noted but you can order whatever you like. Do you have any credits? [ If Hilda has only been here about half a day then perhaps not. ] I can cover us both if you don't. [ It won't feel like a favor if she ultimately ends up with the unfinished drink she needs. ] We can take our drinks and walk the beach in search of sandals.

[ Working on two tasks at once, and not even in a particularly taxing way. Surely this is the easiest -- and least awkward -- agreement it's possible for them to reach beyond a preference to avoid public spanking. She gives Hilda a nod that points toward the bar and, still holding her collected sandals under her arm, leads the way. ]

A few others from Fódlan have been here and most have seemingly disappeared. I can't say that I know what has happened to them but I do not believe they were sent back home. There is some value to our captors in keeping us here.

[ It isn't a light subject; she won't dive into it now. ]

The only other person from Fódlan I have seen recently is Sylvain.