16526/A wizard passing through, looking for too much.

A wizard passing through, looking for too much.
Date of Scene:	10 September 2024
Location:	The Dark Side Bakery, Flushing
Synopsis:	Harry stopped by to see if Willow was around or if Shiloh had seen her. No luck, but baked goodies makes it easier.
Cast of Characters:	Harry Dresden, Shiloh Foster

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Harry Dresden has posed:
Harry makes his way into the bakery. He opens the door and walks in. He sighs as he looks around. No sign of at least one thing he is looking for. He does make his way to the display rack and starts to make a few selections with is eyes. Concerned or not, he has to eat. Someone his size and his profession kills a lot of calories in a day.

Shiloh Foster has posed:
The display case has been a bit expanded, now with fresh baked breads and some savory options. So if someone needs something more than a sweet tooth taken care of, Shiloh might be able to handle the request. The baker comes from the back, slightly dusted with a bit of flour on her apron and face, but she's all smiles none the less. "Ah, hello hello. Welcome back. Nice to see you again, you alright? Anything catching your fancy?"

Harry Dresden has posed:
Glancing up, he meets her gaze and nods,"Thank you. Nice to see you as well." He considers the new savory and adds,"I was hoping my..." he pauses and considers the word,"...well girlfriend I think still. Might be here. She isn't and life goes on. I might like to try a few of those." he points to something on the savory side,"What are they?"

Shiloh Foster has posed:
"Ah. Those are kolachies. Ham and cheese, or just cheese, rolled up in a puffed style pastry and baked. Really simple but very delicious. Would you like to try one?" Shiloh asks but then she backs up a subject. "As for your...girlfriend...you mean the woman that caught up with you the last time you were here? Yeah that's the only time I've ever actually seen her. Sorry..."

Harry Dresden has posed:
He nods and replies,"Give me one of each please. Some sort of filled doughnut as well." He considers and nods,"Yes. Willow. I am concerned. She's not acting like herself." He sighs and shakes his head,"As a private investigator I know exactly how bad that sounds, but..."

Shiloh Foster has posed:
"Do you prefer fruit or cream filling?" Shiloh asks while she doubles up the ordered kolaches. "I need to get rid of these, really, so I'll give youa buy one get one deal on the kolaches..." She explains and then tilts her head. "How bad what sounds? That you're concerned about your girlfriend or that you've noticed she's been acting weird? You may be surprised... I don't think that sounds bad at all. Unless your profession has something to do about her actions..."

Harry Dresden has posed:
"Cream filling please." he replies. The mention of the deal gets a nod,"Thank you. I appreciate it." he tells her. A moment of consideration and he admits,"If I am being honest, I should have noticed a few things. Now she's....different. Dark." he admits softly,"Master of the hidden, can't see the obvious when it is kissing my cheek."

Shiloh Foster has posed:
Shiloh nods, grabbing a small box that can fit two doughnuts and places two cream filled inside. "Alright. Well..." She pauses a moment. "It's often harder to see thing when you're looking from the inside out... if there's anything I can do... like maybe if she pops in at some point. If ever. I could message you or something?"

Harry Dresden has posed:
He takes out out his wallet and removes money for the food and a bussiness card. As usual he stays clear of her register, credit card machine, and tech in general,"This is a message phone. If you see her I would appreciate anything you have. My address is there as well. I have a place behind the office so I am there a lot of the time."

Shiloh Foster has posed:
Shiloh takes the payment and card, then offers change and tucks the card away. "Alright. I'll do just that, if I see her... or hear anything in regard to her. I've got ears all around this side of town...in an ever slowly growing way..." She offers this and a smile before then handing over the baked goodies to Harry.

Harry Dresden has posed:
"Thank you." he says, putting away the change and taking he bag,"Don't worry about what time it is." He pauses and considers,"Would you be interested in being a consultant? Paid for information in this area as it were? I can't be everywhere, but I am always interested in opening new sources for intell."

Shiloh Foster has posed:
"I mean. I think I could be something of that nature sure." Shiloh offers this and then smiles. "Give me something a little different to do, or more reason to listen in on conversations and such... I think it'd be fun." And put a few more of her skills to use that no one would likely suspect a simple baker to have.

Harry Dresden has posed:
Getting his goodies arranged, Harry nods and replies,"All right. You're on the payroll such as it is." he replies,"I want drive you crazy, but I will be around sometimes. Every eye I can find is helpful for many reasons." He offers a polite wave and tells her,"For now. I need to get back to it. Thanks for the food and for being willing to work with me."

Shiloh Foster has posed:
Shiloh nods. "Anytime. I live upstairs too, so if you ever need me after bakery hours, the alley staircase on the right side of the building goes up to my outer apartment door. Stop by any time you may need." Saying that last bit before waving a final farewell to the departing Dresden.