He stepped forward, about to help the Omega step down, but he saw Asher Ryder already extending a hand. The man was also sensible, helping to hold the ox's lead rope, and also unloaded a few items from their cart.
Ewan chuckled at Brave's overly enthusiastic demeanor, but did not stand on ceremony, letting Asher Ryder help him down from the cart before brushing off his hands: "I have a few things to ask Basil Vance about, so we just dropped by on our way."
Brave nodded profusely, his hands quickly tying the ox's rope to the hitching post in front of the tavern. His eyes glanced at the bamboo basket Asher Ryder was carrying, and seeing the white cheesecloth lining inside, he was curious, but did not dare to ask too much. He knew that even though these two were newcomers to the region, they were capable in business, and had caught the eye of Karis, so his attitude was extremely tactful.
