He reaches toward her thigh.

Emid tried to smoothly reach for Monto’s thigh. Monto was wise to his move. She immediately understood what Emid was thinking and why he was thinking it. She intercepted his hand with a knowing smile.

Monto: Emid, I’m flattered. Truly. I know the idea I must have been giving you. Holding hands is normal among Finfarian commoners so I thought nothing of it. I was trying to show you we are equals now and get honest feedback on my work. But I appreciate the gesture.

Emid: OH, I’m sorry… I didn’t…

Monto: Oh I didn’t mean to make you blush. Why don’t we call it a night and just pretend this last bit never happened?

Emid: Ok, I suppose I can live with that.

Monto: Alright then. It was lovely talking with you tonight. Please be safe getting back to the castle. This neighborhood can be difficult at night.

Emid: It was nice talking to you. I hope my feedback was helpful. Goodnight.

Monto smiled and Emid returned a smile and went outside. When he was outside, Emid was still a bit embarrassed and decided to head back to the castle.