[quote=ERode]
I...actually don't know. Lemme think for a bit...Oh wait, that's it. It's because he's the shortest route if you want to get into conflict with the baddies and establish yourself as a good person. See? Everyone has sinister ulterior motives if they choose to approach him. You devious bastards...
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Ha, I like that. Feels somewhat on the money :P