"We have the means to store and study the relic safely; your friend does not. And we have been granted a budget with which to purchase the weapon, so it will not be as if your friend will not be compensated." Meesei added. 

The look of suspicion did not fade from the Nord's face, but he did eventually relax his shoulders and let out a sigh. "Look...even if I did believe you, I don't know where Cyrus ended up going. Ever since he got that axe, the fool has constantly been going off for the next adventure. More and more dangerous each time, too. I don't know about any curse, but if you can get him to just slow down for a while..."

"You'll have to talk to his friends." The Nord continued. "Or drinking buddies. Whatever he considers them. I think...Matami owns a fish stall in the market. Near the north entrance. She might know. Just don't tell her I sent you. Unless you buy something."