The Extortion Ring

A Clandestine ExchangeA clandestine exchange occurs in a dark alley.
Temporarily DetainedLucien (guard) catches Hilda (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 MerchantLiriene (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. Dania (smith) is livid, and takes his frustrations out on an apprentice. Nobody seems convinced that the apprentice is to blame.
Quenched SorrowsDania (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 Annell (shopkeeper's daughter) has gone missing.
Family RelationsDania (smith) and Gyleon (bloody merchant) are spotted together. They are brothers and are trying to find Annell (shopkeeper's daughter).
Thug LifeEllyn (bard) is warned about paying his fair share of "insurance" by a blowhard band of thugs.
A ReprimandNyssa (blowhard thug) talks with Locio (travelling merchant). Something the merchant says turns the thug pale.
Chain of CommandGiles (guard captain) and Locio (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:
Ellyn (bard)Sharp and impolite. Blatantly pouts.
Giles (guard captain)Prudent and content. Smells like expensive cologne.
Lucien (guard)Playful and hesitant. Smells like horses.
Liriene (shopkeeper)Unscrupulous and inquisitive. Rubs palms on thighs.
Dania (smith)Particular and static. Never looks anyone in the eye.
Nyssa (blowhard thug)Generous and violent. Smells like expensive cologne.
Annell (shopkeeper's daughter)Obese and punctilious. Is mute.
Locio (travelling merchant)Curious and involved. Wears an obvious wig.
Hilda (young thief)Fun and insincere. Keeps hands in pockets.
Gyleon (bloody merchant)Intuitive and curious. Fidgets.

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