The Extortion Ring

The Missing GirlRumors circulate that Oren (shopkeeper's daughter) has gone missing.
A ReprimandAdric (blowhard thug) talks with Lucien (travelling merchant). Something the merchant says turns the thug pale.
Chain of CommandNyssa (guard captain) and Lucien (travelling merchant) have a pleasant lunch. Their talk seems to be all business, and somewhat less than legal.
A Clandestine ExchangeA clandestine exchange occurs in a dark alley.
Temporarily DetainedEllyn (guard) catches Gyleon (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.
Family RelationsGareth (smith) and Locio (bloody merchant) are spotted together. They are brothers and are trying to find Oren (shopkeeper's daughter).

NPCs:
Nyssa (guard captain)Cross and reclusive. Quotes a famous poet, regularly.
Ellyn (guard)Mysterious and regretful. Has a gold tooth.
Gareth (smith)Thoughtful and fearless. Has a high squeaky voice.
Adric (blowhard thug)Fresh and generous. Is very pale.
Oren (shopkeeper's daughter)Depressed and indecisive. Sucks on teeth.
Lucien (travelling merchant)Materialistic and shiftless. Asks often about his own appearance.
Gyleon (young thief)Unassuming and obstinate. Belches loudly and often.
Locio (bloody merchant)Licentious and tacky. Has an eye tic.

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