Ad aspera

- I hear that a lot. People aren't used to beards, - Krait tugged at his bushy beard and let out a short chuckle, the sound echoing like a boulder tumbling into a mountain gorge. - And even if I were a bandit and attacked your caravan alone, I still wouldn't be able to carry much loot on my back, - he added knowingly.
Relaxing, he glanced towards the city:
- It doesn't seem far now. If any scoundrels show up, they'll think twice before messing with me.