6 Random Beats from All Plots

The Burning ForgeOne of the smaller forges in town catches fire. The smith is livid, and takes his frustrations out on an apprentice. Nobody seems convinced that the apprentice is to blame.
The Missing GirlRumors circulate that a shopkeeper's daughter has gone missing.
Lovers LeapMore distraught folks have been jumping from the bridge called Lover's Leap by locals. The last jumper was said to be a happily married merchant in the caravaner's guild.
Thug LifeA bard is warned about paying his fair share of "insurance" by a blowhard band of thugs.
A ReprimandThe blowhard thug talks with a travelling merchant. Something the merchant says turns the thug pale.
Quenched SorrowsThe Smith gets drunk, and lets some things slip. It's obvious he needs help, but he's very proud of his capabilities.