The Extortion Ring

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

NPCs:
Aeril (bard)Homeless and vivacious. Is very superstitious.
Liriene (guard captain)Cautious and quick. Keeps hands in pockets.
Nyssa (guard)Bossy and vulgar. Trims or cleans nails with long knife.
Lucien (shopkeeper)Quick tempered and strict. Has wart on hand and always keeps it covered.
Hilda (smith)Gloomy and affable. Is bucktoothed.
Ellyn (blowhard thug)Level and violent. Stretches often.
Annell (shopkeeper's daughter)Evasive and decisive. Dresses in furs.
Locio (travelling merchant)Trivial and serene. Wears a scarf around ankles.
Adric (young thief)Kittenish and liar. Picks ears.
Oren (bloody merchant)Malicious and giddy. Picks at scabs or loose skin.

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