Vale joked, "My, my, the hunter's clothes look quite fetching. Tell me, where did you acquire such finery? I, too, strive to emulate the esteemed fashion of a seasoned hunter."
He tried to disarm the hunter before him, hoping to lower her guard while trying to engage her in conversation.
The woman's irritation was palpable as she raised her voice in response, "This is not a costume. Dressing as a hunter is not appropriate unless you are truly one."
Surprised, Vale quickly apologized, "My apologies, I had no idea you were a real hunter. By the way, I'm Vale. This is the first time I've met someone of your profession. Have you ever hunted monsters?"
Monsters were a widely accepted reality in society. While not everyone had encountered them firsthand, the sale of monster meat and carcasses was widespread, making their existence known to the general populace.
