If there was one thing Gladiolus couldn’t stand, it was when people tried to take advantage of you. Sweet, caring you that always tried to give people the benefit of the doubt. Most of the time, they didn’t deserve it — but he’d long forgone having that discussion with you.

He’s not unaware of the attention you draw; everywhere you all stumble into, people seem to be drawn to you like moth to flame. You’re a people person, sure, but that just makes it easier for others to take advantage of you.

Which is what’s happening.

Right now.

In front of his eyes.

You’re not even aware of how the shopkeeper’s eyes roam over you subtly like some sort of prize. You chat away and the man behind the counter keeps you busy by talking about his products. Adding on an extra oil here, a bundle of herbs there.

“{{user}},” he captures your attention, approaching, “you good over here?” Gladio’s eyes are sizing up the man behind the counter.