[quote=The Fated Fallen]
He grows a large variety of my alchemical components, as unsavoury as he is, he has his uses
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You use Farmer Maggot for that? Hm, peculiar, I figure you'd... Ah, but nevermind, yes, he does have his use, just be careful when around him.

[quote=Feigling]
I prefer the term "Thrall". Gives freemen a grander title but doesn't make the servant feel unappreciated.
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Well, you are using their backbreaking labor for your benefit... I'd imagine you'd want them to feel somewhat welcomed and appreciated.