"At least you know you were being rude then," she retorted with an eyeroll. She wasn't precisely sure what came over her, because normally she wasn't this stern with complete strangers. Usually she saved it for the gang in Lowtown. "Actually, I do know where I'm going. I've been planning this trip for days."

Taking a deep breath, she suggested, "Let's try this again. I'm Penelo. If you need anything, just ask." Honey always caught more steelings than vinegar anyway. She skipped her way around him, continuing on to the gate, but playfully placing herself in the lead.