6 Random Beats from All Plots

Quenched SorrowsThe Smith gets drunk, and lets some things slip. It's obvious he needs help, but he's very proud of his capabilities.
Thug LifeA bard is warned about paying his fair share of "insurance" by a blowhard band of thugs.
Unwanted VisitorsApparitions rising from the sewers cause witnesses to lose their wits.
A Clandestine ExchangeA clandestine exchange occurs in a dark alley.
The Good LifeThe Guard Captain wears subtle but extremely expensive adornment. Investigation reveals a lower-class upbringing and a moderate town salary.
The Bloody MerchantA shopkeeper is found badly beaten behind his shop. He blames himself for taking out the trash so late and will not press charges.