[ She catches the apple but makes no move to take a bite just yet -- Yang was the one who paid for it after all so it almost feels a little rude to start cramming into her mouth the instant it's in her hands. An introduction is a good excuse to put off eating it for the moment, though.

She bows at the waist in a stiff, practiced motion -- one hand tucked carefully behind her back, one at her chest and one foot slid slightly back. ]

Alalia Ridgely. I can only hope that this will be the last time I will have to ask for your assistance without being able to offer anything in return.