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Reward...would you like your very own inn. I know the owner of our local Dragon’s Breath Inn was looking to retire, so I’m sure if I explain the situation he would hand the keys over to you keys to you folks for helping out our town. Chef, you could cook; Rubin you’d have a place to perform every night and big greenie, you’d be forever employees as the muscle. not like anyone would pick a fight with you anyways
My brother...passed away 3 years ago from health complications. We lost contact with Ricky about a year before that. I don’t know what changed in him, what influences got ahold of him?! I thank you for ending the threat to our humble little town. I will try to reach Ricky, but if he cannot be reached then he will die in jail for his heinous crimes. I will pray to Abadar every night
Ricky?! What in Abadar’s scales did you get yourself into? My late brother, is rolling in his grave right now upon witnessing this! He steps up and give Ricardo a swift backhanded slap, like a father might give a spoiled brat out of control.
A few moments later he returns, and his jaw hits the floor upon seeing you. But...how...I thought his exclamations day it all. Youre still alive, thank the gods! So, you just tell me everything your done and seen
Thank you for waiting even thought I know was was hard for you to let things fade to the background. Paul and I had talked about much over the past two weeks, and we have a plan to proceed. The man killed from Pitax, was a brother of The Authority, and he was the leader of that sector. The next sector, is Mivon. The leader is a female, but I am unsure of her name. You will head there, about a month's ride from Jasper. There you will find a way to meet with one of the smaller leaders, and show them this. He hands over a sash, embroidered and stylized with a clenched fist. This had belonged to Paul, and you will use it to claim you caught him assassinating the lead of the Pitax sector, and then teamed up to take him out. After escaping The Shield's ever stretching arms, you had learned of another chapter, there in Mivon. Do what you must, within your own morale grounds to gain their trust. Learn of the leader, take her down, but first learn of another Family to keep going. Report back here, when or if you feel the need. You have my full support, and the mayor has taken money out of the town funds to give you all a better chance at success. He takes out a scroll, and places it on the table. Take this when you leave my office...and for Abadar's sake don't let this damn thing go to waste...its bad enough what I agreed to in order to procure such a thing The scroll parchment reads: You are each entitled to a weapon or armor, whose summation of value is not to exceed 2500 gold piece in value from any vendor you see fit. Any remaining value not spent upon single item will not be carried over, and be forfeit back to the town of Jasper. Should you have any questions, feel free to ask me. ~ Jasper Mayor
The pay is 1 gold per day, and we have a contract with the church to patch watchman up, within reason.
I agree, if you wish, I will be happy to set you all up in the same watch if coin is a concern. It may not have been as exciting as before, but it will be safer for the time being. Give it two weeks, and after then I will be happy to give you all the information Paul can relate to me regarding their organization, their movements, who might be the potential next in line for that chapter as well as anything that may prove useful in putting an end to any and all illegal crime activity The Authority have in Jasper and outlying towns. I feel if you go in now, you will be more suspicious and potentially killed. If you go in later, you could claim you were new to The Authority when all this happened, and were trying to find out where to go to get out the The Shield's grasp.
Chef, you make it to the Captain's office, and are the first to arrive. He looks like he is anxious, and is wondering how long does it take to find three fricking people in such a small town? Take a seat if you wish young man, we will have to wait for the others. I only want to go over this once. Want a shot of whiskey while we wait? About 15-20 minutes later Kraull shows up, with his stellar toothy smile and all. The Captain looks at him, Okay, you are one of the few half-orcs in town, and your a fricking behemoth. How is it Chef beat yo here. Oh well, want a shot of whiskey while we wait for the last? Rubin, enters, fashionably late. He takes a seat, and the Captain offers him a shot of whiskey as well. He takes a sip from his whiskey glass, looks out the window in his office, and turns to address you all. So, it seems fate has smiled upon us in many ways of late. First you all are safe and sound, and that brings me much relief. It is time I come clean, you were not the first attempt I had used to try and eliminate the drugs that were infecting my beloved Jasper. I had sent another man into the fold, in an attempt to take down their organization. You ARE however the first to actually expose Taidus Raine and his role in the drug and people smuggling in our home. He lets that news sink in, fully aware that you finding out that you weren't the first pawns in this endeavor may be hard to swallow. After a minute or so he continues. The man I sent in, was a fellow guard member. I had not heard from him for a good 2-3 months, so I just presumed he was found out and killed for his attempted infiltration. You can come in now Paul In walks a man, clean shaven, with a few bandages on. It appears to be the right hand man you had captured. The same man that had killed the head of the drug and people smuggling ring. He looks to you all, and a big smile starts to creep over his face. It appears fate has given me another chance at life, and I am shocked that you all didn't end my life when given the opportunity. I have resigned from the watch, to spend my second chance with my family and sons. After his short statement, he takes his leave, after giving the Captain a proper handshake. The Captain than starts talking again, I know you have tons of questions which I will answer to the best of my ability. Just know that without you three and Paul, our home would not have been made safer from the drugs and depravity it knew months ago, and for that I thank you. Please, ask you questions now
Interesting. While I am sorry you had to get involved, I am relieved to know you three are okay and even brought back the "right hand man" to the crime boss. Let me have a talk with him, and we will see what we can find out. Before he goes, he gives you the other 500 gold promised to each of you before you were drug all across Brevoy. ---- The rest of the night goes well, no disturbances and you get a good nights rest. It is about noon when the three of you wake up. The town of Jasper is bustling, as it seems all your hard work fighting drug lords has paid off. Where do you wish to go?
About 10 minutes later, 3 bowls of stew, along with 3 mugs of ale are delivered to the front gate. When you mention taking a few hours of sleep, the Captain tells you that he will make accommodations at a nearby inn for the next 2 days. After a few hours sleep, you head over to his office, and after the door shuts, Captain Trone begins to ask a plethora of questions which had been stewing since you left for the inn. Where did you end up going? What happened to the drug smuggling? How did you escape? Who was that unconscious man you brought with you? Don't leave out any details
Of course, come to my office and you shall be paid the rest as was agreed upon. I see you have someone with you. You can explain that when you come see me, and I will have Vincent bring you a hot meal of your choice, it just may take a few minutes for him to cook it. Got any requests?
This better be good Ja.., his thought stops mid sentence. He looks on to the three of you; Rubin, Kraull and Chef. He actually rubs his eyes in total disbelief. How?! Where?! I have so many questions, as I presume so do you. Come to my quarters whenever you are comfortable. Go get some sleep and a bath if you wish first. My shift just started, so I will be reachable for the next 8 or so hours. He turns to Jacob, these men are free to come and go as they please, understand? Yes sir
How did... his thought trails off as he sees the three of you with 5 people chained together. What in the hell is going on here?!
Yes, all current employers will be "told" of your absence. A few days later, along with your meals, there is a pouch for Chef including a sling, 10 bullets and a potion of CLW.
Good work guys. Now, I need you to lay low, preferably in the basement here to you can keep your cover up. I understand that it is very inconvenient, but I hope you understand the severity of the task at hand. Pat Trone, looks at each of you, then hands you a small pouch. Here, for your help so far. It isn't much, but someone will also bring you food and drink until the next phase will begin. Also, of there is anything you want or need, let me know and I will do my next to get it to you. He looks around the distillery, then with a somber expression he lets out a large sigh. Taidus took his own life in jail, awaiting trial. So unfortunately, the next time you meet with the drug smugglers, you will be going in :blind".
As far as I can tell, there are no code words or other markers to signify you are with Taidus. The only thing that we got from the thugs from the cellar was a coin, with a oval marking, with a skull in the middle. Take them, they may come in handy. He gives you three such coins. One is a forgery, I pray it is made well enough to fool them. He looks to you all, Go quickly, I am unsure how much time we have.
Good to hear gentleman. Kraull, drink this potion to heal your wounds, it may take some time but should suffice. He pauses for a moment, then looks to all of you, I have a lead about how the drugs are getting into Jasper. There is an old tunnel system, out near Old Man Flecther's old shack. I presume he stumbled upon it at some point, which is why he was killed with an overdose of drugs. He takes a sip of brandy from on his desk. This is where you will go. You will pose as Taidus' new underlings, sent to get his next shipment of goods. You will be given a unmarked coin pouch, as payment for the goods. I need you to get the goods, then deliver them to Taidus' place to not arouse suspicion. Of course, we will be there to take them. I am hoping that when you get the drugs, you can learn something, anything about the operation, the potential headquarters or the way the drugs come in. Gather as much information as you can. You will all then be "arrested" at some point, so as not to rsise any suspicion. Any questions mem?
Thank you all for coming on such short notice. I apologize if I woke you or took you away from any pressing matters, but something has to be addressed He turns around, staring out the window, then turns back to you three. First, thank you all again for assisting myself and Rubin in the discovery and apprehension of Taidus and his secret drug lab. Second, as a sign of my gratitude, you will each be receiving 25 gold pieces in your part in the job you did as he points to three small brown pouches on his desk.Third, our humble, and growing city of Jasper is under attack. And this I refuse to let happen. I have a lead, in regards to Taidus' operation. The only problem is, everyone in the town is fairly well known, so getting anyone on the inside will be damn nigh impossible. This is where you guys come in. I need you three, yes you too Rubin, to go in undercover and gather as much information as you can. If you don't wish to risk yourselves. speak now, and I will not hold it against you. If you take this job, upon completion you will each receive 300 gold pieces and the long term admiration and respect of our justice system. He sits down, and gives you all a few minutes to let everything sink in. To think for a few. I hate t be blunt, but time is of the essence, and I need a decision right now. Remember, syaing no is an option, and neither I or the other Captain will hold you in an unfavorable light.
The shop owner spits at your feet. Clearly defiant of whatever "orders" you are giving him. A you are about to leave, the captain of the watch shows up. What is going on here. I heard your whistle Rubin, but the disturbance at the gates took longer to handle then I had thought.
Rubin You retire to your bunk and P.T.F.O (pass the fu** out) in a matter of moments. You sleep for about two hours when you get a large rap on the door and a yell from beyond telling you to report to the Captaibs Office. You gear up, and still slightly bleary-eyed you head in. Look rookie, sorry to wake you but something has happened. We need our entire force to deal with an incident outside the city walks, but we still need someone to patrol the inner city. I need you to patrol the inner city. If you need any assistance beyond your capabilities, blow this whistle and we will get to you as soon as we can. Start patrol in the southern block and work clockwise. You start patrol and while making your sweeps, you notice a brawl break out in the medics office on the western block. You arrive just as a large half-orc clubs the first thug over the head.
Rubin You notice on the top of the stopper, there is a red oval or disk imprinted on it. The paranoid man looks at you. Eyes dart from place to place, hands shake. What vial? I don't got no vial. You planted it on me. I..I.. He blabbers on, incoherently, clearly out of his right mind. You inspect the vial in more detail, and there is nothing more to find, other than the drop of liquid still in the vial.
The captain, looks at you as you walk in. He sees the nervousness in your walk, and general demeanor. What is it boy, what the hell as you on such an edge? As you show him the vial, his eyes go wide. Damn it all to the Nine Hells! That is the third vial we found tonight. I charged one of my lieutenants to find out what the hell is exactly in the damned things. I should know tomorrow, as none of my people have the necessary spells prepared. Good job finding the vial. Now go home, and will see you tomorrow...possibly with more answers. He gives you your stipend for being a watch members, and says he is sorry for the forgotten pay. The pouch has 35 silver inside.
Rubin You leave to find your watch leader, and find him in his office. Come in, and shut the door young man., a serious look on his face, only you twp are in the room. After a few tense moments he looks directly in your face. Let me start off by saying that you are not a suspect so don't wet yourself boy. I need to tell you a few things. First, tell nobody what you saw or encountered yesterday, I don't want a hysteria panic in my streets. Second, you have had some time to calm down, is there anything else you can think of so we can get to the bottom of this quicker rather than later?
Rubin Rubin, you get a good description of the man leaving the residence. He is in his early 20s, dark hair wearing a dark tunic as he ran away. You make it back to town with no further hassle from creature or person. You rush into your watch-post station and find your captain. Breath kid. Don't make me call a medic. What is the problem that made you run in here like a mad man? |