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Message: <blockquote data-quote="ahayford" data-source="post: 5744009" data-attributes="member: 6680745">Skylar Krewis nods slowly and smiles wryly. That certainly sounds like you Marcus, a hothead full of good intentions. He’s lying Sergeant Krewis. Damn fool probably wanted to show off for his new friends here. You remember why he got bounced from the guard don’t you? Accused Lord Captain Skellerang of corruption to his face! Didn’t have one shred of proof. And telling tales about the Last Laugh? Not wise....not wise at all. Just last week I remember that fella that squeeled about their protection racket in the west market. We found his gold tooth at the bottom of the rendering vats at the soapcrafters’ guild. Whats left of ‘im is probably cleaning some noble’s ass as we speak.Jansen stares evilly at Ruphus as he relates the gruesome tale.I wouldn’t want to be on their bad side....Skylar continues his questions.So...Marcus...Your friends here spoke of a priest. I assume this is him?Skylar doesn’t wait for confirmation.Brother....?Ruphus swallows audibly.Ruphus sir...Ruphus...Perhaps you’d like to tell your side of the story?Ruphus looks to Jenya. Faith Brother. Above all else, Justice. How can we expect the people to believe in the justice of Cauldron if we cannot bring ourselves to see it through.Ruphus nods, gaining confidence from Jenya's words. I was returning from my investigation at the Lantern Street Orphanage; several children had gone missing in recent days. I wanted to return to the temple as expediently as possible so I decided to take a short cut through a back alley. Before I had gotten to far....these two men, Ruphus points to the shackled prisoners.and a third...assaulted me. They tried to convince me that investigating the children further was no longer mine or the church’s concern. Then they beat me. If these folk had not happened upon me in the street, I am confident I’d be dead...or worse.He sits down...relieved to have gotten his story out. Private Jansen looks daggers at him...Private Hale remains silent, his eyes locked on the floor.Skylar grasps an object underneath his shirt while listening to Ruphus’s story. I see...It seems Jansen, that your tall tale doesn’t hold much water. It appears my work here is done. Thank you for your testimony Ruphus, one of my men will be around tomorrow to take a full written statement for the records. These two will be enjoying the inside of a cell for a few days, and if I have my way, will be executed for treason. Ruphus turns to the group. Marcus, you and your friends are free to go, but watch yourselves. The Last Laugh isn’t quick to forget. I’ll have a runner deliver your equipment to the Drunken Morkoth. Marcus pushes the two prisoners toward the door. This isn't over Marcus. Terseon will have us out before my ass warms my cot. I'll be back with a warrant for your arrest traitor. Mark my words Skylar roughly shoves Jansen out the door. Before leaving, Skylar turns back to you. One last thing...I received an order today from my Lieutenant to cease all investigations into the missing orphans and spend city resources on more important cases. I didn’t really think anything about it beyond the normal disregard for the poor and downtrodden. Now, I’m not so sure....Skylar gives you a final nod and exits the room.Jenya relaxes visibly when Skylar leaves. It isn’t until now that you realize part of her aged appearance is due to straight up fatigue. She rubs her temples with one hand while leaning back in her chair.You may leave Ruphus, get some rest. I think sister Sophia put some fresh onion soup on the hearth. And if you would Marcus, I’d ask you and your friends to stay. I may have a....She pauses for a moment trying to collect her thoughts. She shrugs exasperated trying to find the right words....job for you if you would be so inclined.</blockquote>

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