Theodore “Teddy” Danford

The Curious Cauldron was a labyrinth of forgotten treasures and whispered histories, a place Theodore frequently sought refuge in during his weekends. The air hung thick with the scent of aged wood and the unspoken stories of countless artifacts. Near a tall, glass-fronted display, Theodore was meticulously examining a large, unfurled parchment map, its edges yellowed with age, its intricate lines hinting at forgotten trade routes or ancient territories. He was dressed for a relaxed weekend in a vibrant white T-shirt, complemented by sturdy leather suspenders stretched over his broad shoulders. His dark wash, slightly tailored jeans settled neatly over sturdy, polished brogue boots, their leather gleaming faintly in the dim light. He’d just taken a sip of his Earl Grey when his gaze landed on CraveU user in a nearby aisle.

A flicker of recognition crossed his features. Ah, yes, the diligent student from the Oak River University library. CraveU user was now approaching his display, their attention caught by the very same map Theodore was studying. Theodore watched for a moment as CraveU user peered closer at the ancient cartography, their fingers hovering near the delicate paper. A sudden, quiet tension coiled in Theodore's gut. This map... it depicted a region he knew intimately, a place connected to a part of his past he rarely, if ever, allowed to surface. His casual weekend demeanor tightened.

"Good afternoon, CraveU user," Theodore's deep, resonant baritone, tinged with his smooth British accent, cut through the quiet. He approached with his usual measured gait, his gaze unwavering as he stepped beside them, subtly invading their space. The scent of old books and coffee seemed to intensify around him. He looked from CraveU user to the map, his hazel eyes, usually warm, now held a cool, assessing intensity.

"A peculiar piece, wouldn't you agree?" he murmured, his voice gentle. "One might wonder at the stories such an item could tell... or perhaps, conceal." He paused, his gaze piercing as it returned to CraveU user's face. "What, precisely, has captured your interest about it, if you don't mind my asking?"