For More Than Glory

[Delwin]

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[Delwin]

Delwin continues to wash the filth from his hair as he comes up he looks to Fleck with a smile,

"Well I imagine I could talk to them and see if anything new has developed.They are also looking for this dagger so we mus'nt draw to much attention to ourselves in regards to trying to get a hold of that dagger.They may just have someone follow us if they think we are getting more accomplished.Just think nobody has seen him but with minimal searching we have already had a confrontation with him,and knocked him out."

Delwin again dips his head and comes up wiping his eyes.turning again to look at Fleck.

"I will certainly ask around though see what may be going on"

Delwin again rinses and leans back enjoying the clean water or what is left.

 

[crystorix]

Since there was some concern that the mage might attack the House as soon as possible, Rolf was imagining a quick in-and-out at the baths, but realizing that clothes take longer to clean than people, allows himself to luxuriate while his clothing is being washed.

"We have both lost and gained an advantage. While its true he now knows there are people after him and what some of us look like, we know now what HE looks like, which may make finding him again easier."

Rolf sighs as he sinks a little deeper into the hot water.

"What we may have to consider however - especially if he does not turn up at the House soon - is when we admit that the trail has gotten cold. In hunting, when the trail is cold, you simply turn and find other prey."

 

[Rish]

Mostly clean now, Kirran sits back in the tub and rubs the bridge of his nose thoughtfully, his wooden coin out of reach. "A week's likely too generous a time to wait, even if we go to Marzen right away after to see if he's holed up there." He slides deeper into the water, frowning a little, then shakes his head to himself. "But really I don't think he'll go to ground without finding something unpleasant to try on us, just to return the favor. Better, far as I'm concerned, to stick to the original plan; watch the house and trust the man to be as vicious as we expect."

 

[Memnus]

"That's it, then. It's getting late." He climbs out of the tub and starts to dry himself off, making sure his splashes go well away from his book and vest. "At least that part of town is open enough that there are places to camp nearby, to keep watch. We'll need at least two of us watching at anytime, to cover all angles, right? And during the day, if we can watch the docks and the east road, in case he's coming back in from Marzen... I'll take last watch in the night, as usual."

 

[Delwin]

Delwin comes up after a final rinse.The hot water soothing some ole wounds as his much softer skin yeilds slivers of wood and metal picked up in recent days scouting and watching places from bushes and trees.

"I think there could be a chance he is still around.I agree he maybe thinks he knows what we look like so he knows what to watch for.I am gonna head over , talk to some guys and see what the word is around."

Delwin gets out and goes to retreive his clothes.They are still somewhat damp in some areas,but he figures he has much to do to help get a hold of things and not alot of time at hand.

"I will meet you guys later on, bout an hour or two.Don't turn into prunes in there."

 

[Memnus]

Recap: The group spent three days on fruitless reconnaissance. Just as patience was wearing thin, they were caught in a tavern and attacked by an anonymous crossbowman. Valdir, Rolf, and Delwin gave chase, Argus went in search of a healer for the poisoned Delwin, and Fleck and Kirran went to find the origin of the poison. Rolf discovered that the assassin's brother operates a local stable, which Valdir staked out to wait for his return. Argus eventually got Delwin to the temple of Os, and had him healed. Fleck and Kirran discovered an alchemist who'd been approached for the poison, and learned where and when the hitman would be meeting his employer. Valdir and Delwin finally cornered the assassin in an alley, but didn't manage to get any new information out of him before the guards led him away. Now the group assembles in an open field outside Solinburg, to discuss the plan of action.

(Even though site season has moved to summer, this entire adventure has only take an few days, so game time is still mid-spring.)

 

[firehorse]

Valdir leans upon his longbow as he relates the events of the past hour or so.

"I noticed the assassin coming back out to the stables after you left Rolf, so I sneaked a bit closer to make sure he wouldn't slip out unnoticed. After watching him a while, Delwin shows up and signals me. I motioned that the assassin was in the loft. Somewhere along the line his brother, the owner, noticed me and raised the alarm to his brother. Delwin and I gave chase and finally cornered him. That damn fool wanted me to let him go in exchange for information. My deal was to either live and be turned over to the watch or die where he stands. I learned that the man who hired him, I assume it is our favorite mage, has put out a contract on us and also will be at the docks tomorrow. He wasn't forthcoming with much more, so we turned him over to the guards."

"With a price on our heads, I'd prefer to camp out here until we go to find the mage. If they want my head, they'll have to try and take it in my backyard. No guards to hear their screams......"

 

[Memnus]

"A full-fledged open price on our heads? I got the impression that it was closer to a personal contract between Cooper and the fellow. But anyway, they were set to meet tomorrow night, at the Silver Fin. Kirran and I are going to check the place out later tonight, once it's a little busier." He flips to a page in his book, nods, and closes it again. "And yes, I think sleeping out here would be advisable. More difficult to surprise us again"

 

[firehorse]

Valdir shrugs, "That's what he said, as credible as it might be. Good to be careful anyway. Anyone within earshot heard it and saw Delwin and myself. I have no problem going into town with you, but Delwin and I may attract more attention. Your choice."