Of Pigs and Crows (Willow/Alexia)

He was glad he had stuck around instead of saying his goodbyes. Alexia had some interesting theories as who could be the first one to kill. Taro Yamada and Adrianna Kravenski.  The first name was obvious and an uncontroversial name to throw out. Taro was dangerous. As for Adrianna...well that posed an interesting problem.

Adrianna was indeed someone who is great at hiding. A woman wearing a pretty mask. A sweet smelling flower with thorns. It was her similarities to Willow that made him both admire and be cautious of the flower maiden. Plus he was absolutely certain that Adrianna loves the thrilling atmosphere of the killing game. Willow did too, however he reluctantly took pleasure in it, Adrianna seemed to embrace the game.  All of that was well and good but...

Should he tell Alexia any of it? How much of it? Adrianna and himself had come to an agreement a few days  prior but...Alexia was so much like his sister. He didn't want to lie to her about such a thing and build on rotten foundations, however he also wanted to preserve Adrianna's trust. Odd as it was, Willow truly hoped he could befriend the Flower Maiden. How did he play this?

"Taro Yamada is an odd one to be sure. I don't know whether he is more likely to get himself killed or kill someone himself, regardless though, he is probably going to get himself into trouble and fast. As For Adrianna Kravenski, I had a conversation with her a few days ago. It was rather enlightening. She does seem to keep much hidden about herself, however I am confident that as of now she doesn't intend to commit murder." Willow said. 

That was the best response satisfying his obligations to Ms. Takana and Ms.Kravenski. Yes, he left out a few key details but he told the truth as he saw it. This was of course, not entirely altruistic. Having two people on his side was better then one after all, and this was the best way to ensure they were both on his side. However he did like both of them, so he decided to keep Alexia's eyes open. 

"I would be careful though. Around everyone, even me. Give your trust to anyone you like, but don't let it be blind faith. You and I know better than most how often people are compelled to do wrong. How easy it is for them to make the wrong choice because they have been lead to believe it is the only choice. Don't be someone's wrong choice Ms. Takana, and don't make one yourself. " Willow said, staring into the growing darkness. His eyes betraying a hint of anxiety he had not shown till now.

"Well, it's getting late. If you don't mind Officer, I think I should call it a night. You probably should soon too, we all need to stay sharp in here. Unless there's anything else, I shall take my leave."  Willow said, friendly smile back on his face.