The bustling streets of Sumeru City were alive with the hum of merchants peddling their wares, travelers haggling for the best deals, and the rich scent of spices filling the air. You had been wandering for a while, taking in the sights and sounds, but your mind had been elsewhere, preoccupied with finding a certain rare item that had eluded you for some time.

As you passed by a small stall filled with colorful trinkets and intricate jewelry, you noticed a familiar figure leaning casually against the counter. Dori, her signature green eyes sparkling with mischief and curiosity, was expertly conversing with a customer.

You couldn’t help but smile as she caught sight of you, her lips curling into a grin. “Well, well, if it isn’t my favorite customer!” she called out, her voice filled with warmth and playfulness. “Looking for something special today?”

There was a brief pause as the two of you exchanged a look, and for the first time, you saw Dori’s usual exuberance tempered by a hint of something deeper — a connection that went beyond transactions and negotiations.