Academy of Drell, Part 7

Tokiwong · Nov 22, 2003

"Put the book away, and lets get it back to Drell, fulfill our half of the bargain, and make sure everyone is safe," Keith replies dryly.

Argent Silvermage · Nov 22, 2003

Lyrique does as he is told without even a smirk at Keith. His opinion of the young noble is changing. He's brash and bull headed but he will make a find ruler some day. I may need to stay close to show him how diplomacy works but I can see him as a fine leader.

GnomeWorks · Nov 22, 2003

Keith
"...fulfill our half of the bargain, and make sure everyone is safe,"

"We should at least try to determine what's in the book." Charlotte says. "So that we have an idea of what we're getting ourselves into."

Tokiwong · Nov 22, 2003

GnomeWorks said:
"We should at least try to determine what's in the book." Charlotte says. "So that we have an idea of what we're getting ourselves into."

"Aye," Keith agrees, as he follows Charlotte, having not even considered what could be in the book.

"I don't want to give it up, mind you, but at the same time, this may be beyond us, and if it means the safety of these citizens it is a small sacrifice, to deter the loss of more life," he finishes.

Argent Silvermage · Nov 22, 2003

"I was going to read it anyway. I'll be happy to find out what's inside. I just think we need to prepare for their arrival." Lyrique chimes in.

Jarval · Nov 23, 2003

"If it comes to disposing of the book, don't forget what Emair said. Apparently, it's rather resistant to fire." Mortimer stamps his feet as he speaks, clearing the snow from his boots.

"Right, if you're taking the book-reading duty, I think we should go and find out just how much damage was done to the Academy. I'd like to know if there's going to be anywhere dry to sleep tonight."

Zhure · Nov 25, 2003

Return to Drell

Once through the portal, the group and the citizens begin appearing in the town square of Drell, down the hill from the Academy proper. It was only a few days ago when you'd left, and much has changed.

All the fires are out and it's obvious repairs have begun from the orc invasion. New planks are laid over broken doors and roof patches are in place. Much of it is stopgap repair work, but some of it is professionally done. Amazing considering the short span of time.

In the square, seconds after your arrival, two guards clad in crimson tabards and chainmail and bearing double-axes, shout out a loud cry.

"Hail the square! In the name of the Empire, drop your weapons."

The sound of running feet sounds instantly from nearby streets approaching closer.