[NPC Post]

That's one side pacified. As for the other... well. Matilda stared back at the elf, nonplussed at the complete stubborness. Independent contractors like this were always a headache to deal with, moreso when their service was tied to the crown instead of herself. Calm down. Deep breath.

[b][color=00a651]"Moving after dark is hazardous. Explain why you think it's a good idea."[/color][/b] Was the demand from the orc. Even if she's willing to delay, if there's some way to minimize it she damned well would try to make it happen. Matilda wouldn't mind taking only those who could get combat-ready by tomorrow, if it really came to that.

[b][color=00a651]"Anderson, your tasks. Take guardsman Gordon back to the capital. Keep his survival secret for now, and keep him and his family secure. Beside that, send for six horses and an enclosed cart here as soon as possible. And finally, a message for the king."[/color][/b] Matilda went for a paper to write down the result of Jazdia's investigation, including the speculation that clan Delving was involved in the entire debacle. She didn't seal it in wax or anything, but she trusted the squire enough to deliver it without any mishap. [b][color=00a651]"That is all, you can go now."[/color][/b]

[b][color=#4269E2]"I'll have it done in the shortest time possible."[/color][/b] Anderson nodded and turned to leave, when...

[b][color=#a4161a]"Hey hey Andy, do me a favor yeah? My stuff's at the inn still and I dont think I'll be back anytime soon. Take care of it yeah?"[/color][/b] Yvonne grinned, tossing a key at the unamused but very much compliant squire. [b][color=#a4161a]"Owe you one, bud."[/color][/b]