{IMPORTANT:} Hello~! This is my first story and I plan to improve as I develop the plot more thoroughly. I will take feedback whether it is criticism or praise. This chapter is only to set up the plot for the rest of the story so don't worry. Please enjoy~!

I always woke up and reached for my silver choker that lay beside me to put it on. The necklace had a simple charm with a small blue stone embedded in it. I was embarrassed to say that although I wore it daily and refused to take it off until I slept I hadn't known where it came from

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I yawned, tossing myself off of the grass that had cradled me to sleep. My light blonde bangs draped over the right side of my face that covered an amber eye while my other one, clear from hair, was a bright emerald color. I noticed how my back ached from the not-so-plush grass and I rubbed it. I really do wish I had a bed. I thought childishly with a solemn expression. Though that quickly cleared when I heard Rainor.

He wasn't a person, but a raven that had taken a liking to me not so long ago. I of course had taken a liking to him too. In his spare time he would find coins to bring to me that I needed all so desperately. It helped. Yet I still took up the bad habit of sneaking into the manors of much more fortunate folks. In other words: nobles.

Pushing myself to get up wasn't difficult anymore as my grogginess parted from my head. I walked over to Rainor with delight and gave him a light pat on the head along with a smile.

"Good morning, buddy." I greeted him and he replied with a caw I assumed meant "Good morning to you too!"

My stomach grumbled in a familiar manner which caused me to glance over at the city far in the distance. "How about some breakfast?"

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Off I was, walking the distance to the outskirts of town. With some of the coins Rainor had collected in my pocket I made my way to a loca tavern that I frequented. He had decided to perch nearby on a lamp post; almost like how a dog would wait for one's master. I would give Rainor a couple of scraps after I had my meal I decided.

Looking back to the door I then pushed it open and walked in. It wasn't too fancy or broken down. Spending a few more coins was worth it for the security. Besides, I trusted the establishment since I was yet to get any food poisoning and I didn't want to take that risk either.

The owner waved me over cheerily and yelled, "There's my best man!"

Yes, he called me a man. That was because I wore a plain, baggy shirt and a light coat over it. It hid my more feminine features and along with equally baggy pants, black leather boots, and a worn-out top hat to conceal some of my tangled, short hair it was a convincing disguise.

"Make yourself at home, Connor! Shall I get your usual?" He asked with an eyebrow arched.

"Of course, sir." I sat in a chair comfortably. He had disappeared into the kitchen and I heard him scuffle around noisily.

After just a few minutes of sitting around he placed a plate and mug of water down in front of me. I quickly produced some coins from a pocket and tossed them to him. He caught them gladly and grinned politely saying, "Enjoy!"

I started to eat and it wasn't long before I was on my way out the door with a full stomach. Shouting my goodbyes I went out the door and immediately took out a small hunk of bread to toss to Rainor who cawed happily. Next, I thought, I'll pay a noble a visit.