Tiaral

Before Aldric and his companions could leave the palace, Sharrun decided to warn them about the arena duels in Gir, in case they decided to use this option to complete their mission. "I don't know how familiar you are with the culture of Heckelia, so let me clarify one important element of the Black Serpent clan's traditions. As I mentioned earlier, the winner has a special privilege that allows him to challenge the clan leader to a duel, and the thing is... this is how the current leader's power is strengthened and the rule of his successor is established. And since the duels are fought to the death, you should understand what that means. Don't disappoint me." After that, the guards led the trio out of the city.

Added 3 minutes later

- Ha, did you imagine rich, fat, arrogant merchants, idly sitting on their backsides? - Jert laughed; people had been wrong about the Yarly before.

"That's exactly how I imagined you, ha-ha! But, perhaps it's good that this misconception was dispelled in a peaceful setting, and I didn't have to face such a realization in the middle of a battle."