– Allow me to offer you this humble dwelling, – Tarnil personally showed the guests through each of the rooms. – This house used to belong to my brother. Much water has flowed under the bridge since then... Please, make yourselves at home! When you are ready, send someone to the council hall. We shall prepare a welcoming feast for you.
– Enjoy your rest, dear guests, – Tinta waved her hand friendly. – The spawn of the blight cannot reach you here.
– Hmm, so the ragamuffins from the mountain ridge get a house right away. But as for me... – Nasirtan smiled sweetly. – Why that look? I'm not talking about you, succubus-lover.
– The Mistress of Vice is more than just a succubus, – Gachchen cut in with a menacing tone. – She is one of the ten!
– I know.
The coastal people withdraw and for now leave the expedition members without prying eyes and ears.
– I don't like any of this... – Lady Galta pursed her lips. – That old man surrounded by maidens has definitely plotted something!
– Just like your dear old dad, right? – Ferda smirked.
– You...
– Hurrah, a fight!
– Argh... Fine. We need to rest. Anyone who wants to go see the town—be my guest. Scouting will be very useful right now.
Everyone disperses. Galta goes to sleep immediately. Gachchen heads toward the waterfront. Ferda and the fighters decide to practice. And what are Zulak's plans? Ida is standing by the notice board...