Rays eventually found a small inn that was neither too run-down nor too extravagant. He dug the 5 bit nightly fee out of his bags and placed it on the counter by hoof. The innkeeper was so quick in scooping the money into a drawer that it almost looked like teleportation. The mare handed over a room key. 

[b]"Also, could you tell me where the local adventurer's hall is?"[/b]

The innkeeper gained an expectant look. Rays sighed.

[b]"Please?"[/b]

He hoofed over another bit. It disappeared as rapidly as the ones before. The innkeeper's expression shifted to a helpful smile as she gave out the directions.

~~~~~

Once in his room (locking the door behind himself, of course), Rays gave the place a quick search before stripping off his gear and collapsing into the bed. 

[i]At least it's better than my last campsite. Thank Luna for magic. I thought those bloodstains would never come out.[/i]

Giving a shudder at the thought of those circumstances, Rays elected to forgo any further introspection in favor of some much-needed rest.