Thrawn smiled with satisfaction as Astarion accepted the gift. Having seen the man's taste in art, and remembering the goblet he'd purchased, Thrawn had a good idea of what Astarion would like. It was good to know that he was correct.

"Protection, yes. You said that you were a magistrate before, yes? Assuming that you were telling me the truth, I may have an offer for you as well."

It was risky, and could backfire, but Thrawn was confident. And it he was right, it could work out in both of their favors.