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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Verbatim" data-source="post: 1868855" data-attributes="member: 15549">~It would seem that we are to choose between the pot or the fire...~When the others arrived, Ayden gave Calenthang a tired smile and nods his head in appreciation of the warrior's prompt return."I do not know if Calenthang has told you all of what Mother Grundy has passed to us, so I will speak as quickly and as plainly as I can. Andreas and Lady Chasity have been taken by the White Brotherhood to a place called Twilight Hollow. I can only suspect they waited until our strength was divided to commit their foul act of treachery, but before they were taken, Andreas sent Mother Grundy to find and alert us of what had happened to them."Ayden paused and opened the bundle in his hands, knowing what he would see, but dreading it at the same time."He also sent us the enchanted items he carried, to keep them from falling into the White Brotherhood's hands, but even though it was a smart move, I wonder if he could have harmed himself more than helped by that decision. If Finder is willing, it will be a conversation I will be able to have with him after the dust has settled when this is all over."Ayden's eyes sought them all as he continued speaking, and even to his ears, it seemed as if he was trying to convince himself as well as them."However, we can not rush blindly into what could also be a trap set using our friends as bait, nor can we ignore what is happening around us as we speak. I do not know what secrets the Mellorn hide from us, but the time for secrecy has come to an end and we must help those around us while we can."Pulling the three wands and the enchanted bracers from the bundle, Ayden turned and extended them to Broddy."These are the wands and bracers that Andreas carried. One has the ability to open locked doors, one has the ability to cause a harmful laughter, and one can conjure a bolt of eldritch acid. The command words are open, burble, and sssizzle. I do not know the strength of the spells or the number of charges still stored within, but if you will help us in the days to follow, they are yours to use."Pulling the short sword out, Ayden extended it hilt first to Calenthang."I know you prefer the fine longsword  you have on your hip to all others, but there may be a time when you face a creature simple steel can not harm. Please carry this one to err on the side of caution, at least until we can return it to its rightful owner."Ayden stared at the ring for a moment before picking it up and handing it to Drogo."While I know the leather armor serves you well, please wear this for now and let it assist you as well."Ayden felt a fatigue settle upon him as he looked out among his friends and wondered if it was truly his place to ask them to press on when he felt the dangers they could face would measure more than the gains."Let us speak to the high priestess and listen to what she will say, and return to the grimlock cave. We must stay focused on this task, as we will be no help to our friends should we fall in battle before getting to them."</blockquote>

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