--- Southern Gate Town ---

Sweat began to perspire on the architect's forehead as he fed mana into the keystone. It may not guzzle down mana from his end like that in the castle, but already he was feeling the effects. Thankfully a guardsman was already on the scene with more soon to arrive. Tibrus hoped the situation finished quickly so they could move forward with the investigation.


--- Meeting Room ---

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"[color=darkslateblue]Despite your stature, I hope you don't mind helping out in a... drug-busting operation.[/color]" Athos said. 
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At the words of investigation, both man and beast shared a glance before turning back to the Court Mage.

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"[color=darkslateblue]You see, Mister Kazudain, we have recently discovered a criminal ring here in Zauberheim that deals in illegal drugs and substances.[/color]" He explained. "[color=darkslateblue]We have also discovered that they have several or more talented and skilled individuals within their operation, making apprehending them... difficult.[/color]"

"[color=darkslateblue]And while it behooves us to ask for external help, much of the Crown's efforts right now are focused on the current festivities.[/color]" Athos continued. "[color=darkslateblue]And so, we come to this. May I request your aid in bringing this drug ring to justice?[/color]"
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Now this was interesting. The man knew things would be interesting from what his contacts spoke to him of, but this was a little different. He lowered one hand to the table while stroking his chin with the other.

[color=7ea7d8]"While we haven't dealt with drug rings specifically, we have encountered and helped with underground elements before. As I'm now out of the tournament I have much more time to spare, I don't see why I couldn't help with this. But we need to know as much of the situation as possible before we fully commit. We be transparent with each other and I don't see any troubles on our part of the investigation. So-"[/color] Hands were folded as Maldur looked directly at the elderly mage.

[color=7ea7d8]"-what is the situation thus far? Who shall I be working with?"[/color]