The Extortion Ring

A Clandestine ExchangeA clandestine exchange occurs in a dark alley.
Temporarily DetainedNyssa (guard) catches Aeril (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 MerchantGyleon (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. Locio (smith) is livid, and takes his frustrations out on an apprentice. Nobody seems convinced that the apprentice is to blame.
Quenched SorrowsLocio (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 Lucien (shopkeeper's daughter) has gone missing.
Family RelationsLocio (smith) and Oren (bloody merchant) are spotted together. They are brothers and are trying to find Lucien (shopkeeper's daughter).
Thug LifeGiles (bard) is warned about paying his fair share of "insurance" by a blowhard band of thugs.
A ReprimandHilda (blowhard thug) talks with Ellyn (travelling merchant). Something the merchant says turns the thug pale.
Chain of CommandLiriene (guard captain) and Ellyn (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:
Giles (bard)Hateful and inconsiderate. Smells like soap.
Liriene (guard captain)Grieving and harsh. Bows before speaking and after.
Nyssa (guard)Never hungry and courteous. Smells like sweat.
Gyleon (shopkeeper)Loving and disagreeable. Spits when talking.
Locio (smith)Candid and overbearing. Has a lazy eye.
Hilda (blowhard thug)Narcissistic and jealous. Refers to self in third person.
Lucien (shopkeeper's daughter)Submissive and proper. Has a tattoo.
Ellyn (travelling merchant)Neat and loyal. Rubs palms on thighs.
Aeril (young thief)Cynical and squeamish. Smells like expensive cologne.
Oren (bloody merchant)Licentious and hospitable. Has very long, lacquered nails.

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