The Extortion Ring

A Clandestine ExchangeA clandestine exchange occurs in a dark alley.
Temporarily DetainedNyssa (guard) catches Gareth (young thief) in the marketplace. They go into an alley where the guard takes something from the thief and lets him escape. They seem familiar with each other.
The Bloody MerchantDania (shopkeeper) is found badly beaten behind his shop. He blames himself for taking out the trash so late and will not press charges.
The Burning ForgeOne of the smaller forges in town catches fire. Oren (smith) is livid, and takes his frustrations out on an apprentice. Nobody seems convinced that the apprentice is to blame.
Quenched SorrowsOren (smith) gets drunk, and lets some things slip. It's obvious he needs help, but he's very proud of his capabilities.
The Missing GirlRumors circulate that Adric (shopkeeper's daughter) has gone missing.
Family RelationsOren (smith) and Locio (bloody merchant) are spotted together. They are brothers and are trying to find Adric (shopkeeper's daughter).
Thug LifeLiriene (bard) is warned about paying his fair share of "insurance" by a blowhard band of thugs.
A ReprimandEllyn (blowhard thug) talks with Annell (travelling merchant). Something the merchant says turns the thug pale.
Chain of CommandGiles (guard captain) and Annell (travelling merchant) have a pleasant lunch. Their talk seems to be all business, and somewhat less than legal.
The Good LifeGiles (guard captain) wears subtle but extremely expensive adornment. Investigation reveals a lower-class upbringing and a moderate town salary.

NPCs:
Liriene (bard)Addict and excitable. Keeps hand on weapon.
Giles (guard captain)Clever and excessive. Dresses in furs.
Nyssa (guard)Indulgent and gracious. Chews on braid or lock of hair.
Dania (shopkeeper)Fatalistic and guarded. Wears unusual jewelry.
Oren (smith)Stingy and open. Coughs regularly.
Ellyn (blowhard thug)Helpless and disaffected. Smells like soap.
Adric (shopkeeper's daughter)Harried and immobile. Wandering eye.
Annell (travelling merchant)Thankless and inflexible. Rubs hands together.
Gareth (young thief)Vain and intolerant. Smells like roses.
Locio (bloody merchant)Quiet and encouraging. Is sunburned.

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