The Extortion Ring

A Clandestine ExchangeA clandestine exchange occurs in a dark alley.
Temporarily DetainedGareth (guard) catches Aeril (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 MerchantEllyn (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. Annell (smith) is livid, and takes his frustrations out on an apprentice. Nobody seems convinced that the apprentice is to blame.
Quenched SorrowsAnnell (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 Nyssa (shopkeeper's daughter) has gone missing.
Family RelationsAnnell (smith) and Liriene (bloody merchant) are spotted together. They are brothers and are trying to find Nyssa (shopkeeper's daughter).
Thug LifeAdric (bard) is warned about paying his fair share of "insurance" by a blowhard band of thugs.
A ReprimandOren (blowhard thug) talks with Locio (travelling merchant). Something the merchant says turns the thug pale.
Chain of CommandHilda (guard captain) and Locio (travelling merchant) have a pleasant lunch. Their talk seems to be all business, and somewhat less than legal.
The Good LifeHilda (guard captain) wears subtle but extremely expensive adornment. Investigation reveals a lower-class upbringing and a moderate town salary.

NPCs:
Adric (bard)Positive and frank. Wears a monocle.
Hilda (guard captain)Educated and naughty. Wears clothes too small.
Gareth (guard)Enduring and excitable. Has very long, lacquered nails.
Ellyn (shopkeeper)No self confidence and vengeful. Has wart on hand and always keeps it covered.
Annell (smith)Mentally slow and excitable. Carries crumbs to feed birds.
Oren (blowhard thug)Opinionated and gregarious. Has a scar.
Nyssa (shopkeeper's daughter)Right and grouchy. Plays with necklace.
Locio (travelling merchant)Unmotivated and testy. Uses long words incorrectly.
Aeril (young thief)Growly and glorious. Wears ancient fashions.
Liriene (bloody merchant)Punctual and unbiased. Belches loudly and often.

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