Alice's brow furrows at Shyness' question about her aunt.
"Well, no. At least, I never heard one of her turtles talk. But she certainly talks to them! She may be a little nuts. ... Don't tell her I said that!"
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When some of you tell Innkeeper Alice Treekeep that you're headed to Resplendent and ask if she has any contacts there, she responds... "The Capital? Why, yes, my Aunt Berta Bethel runs an Inn there: The Talking Turtle. Cheap but safe accommodations, and a lively bar. Sure, I can write you a letter of introduction. I hope everything's alright!"
At the Green Tree Inn: "Oh, of course. Here, have a seat."
Alice gestures to a nearby table for Shyness, Arabeth, Chap, Poterol, and Marius. She brings you a platter of meat, potatoes, and carrots and a pitcher of watered-down ale, with five mugs. Alice hangs around your table, curious to hear if there is any other news or anything else she can do for you.
From the Stables to the Green Tree Inn: Kaya and Kiwyn head off on their mysterious journey. Chap, Shyness, Marius, Poterol, and Arabeth take any easily portable valuables (coins, jewelry, etc.) with them and leave the rest of the Endurant goods on the wagon in the care of the stable hands. You head next door to the Green Tree Inn. As you enter the front door, a teenage boy wearing an apron, holding a club, and trying to look tough scrutinizes you before nodding his approval at your entry. He startles somewhat as Rex passes by. Various townsfolk are eating here at tables, but you notice the atmosphere is more tense than usual, and the windows are closed. Alice Treekeep notices your entry and hurries over to greet you. "So, what's the latest news? What's going on out there? Is Bob okay?"
Alice steps up to give Bob a kiss on the cheek. "Be careful!"
Alice looks at the ring held up by Natanja. "I think I've heard of a Sir Hawkthorne before, but, no, he doesn't live here in Vigilant."
Alice's eyes grow even wider at Eli. "Wicked spirits given flesh?" Her voice drops to a whisper. "Do you mean some kind of fiends?"
Alice's eyes have been widening throughout Eli's speech. "A survivor?" She seems worried at the sound of that word, as her eyes scan your group, settling on Gina.
"Oh! Um..." Alice hesitates, but nods, and calls a teenage boy from the back room to come out and cover the front room. She then motions for you all to head into the back with her.
The familiar middle-aged lady wiping down the bar smiles at your entrance.
"You're back! I hope all is well?" |