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<span class="mu-i">“Perhaps. Or his station as a Moretti marked him for something special. Or our informant was not worth nearly as much as we were paying him.”</span> The man offers an unconcerned shrug. <span class="mu-i">“Who is to say? What I do know is that it is no life for a child, they say the gift grants power in exchange for life. Better he live the life of adventure for a time than become just another hood, yes? Besides, his mother asked.”</span>
<span class="mu-i">“And you never could say no to a pretty face.”</span>
Your wry remark earns you another wide grin in turn. <span class="mu-i">“Ah, so you were listening? Yes, but others also I think. This kind of work called for a lot of coin, and the Morettis are not poor. The husband? He was involved yes, I think. The uncle? Big Boots Moretti himself? I do not know.”</span>
<span class="mu-i">“So… I am an open book to you know, sir knight.”</span> The Captain holds out his harms expressively, that easy smile still resting on his face. <span class="mu-i">“What says my reader?”</span>
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> “I am glad to hear you are no villain. But I must admit to having second thoughts on my decision to get involved.” Mercenary work is beneath you, it’s the work of a common sellsword and does not behove an anointed knight. All other matters aside, you’re getting a headache thinking of how Sir Gilbern might react. You will turn down mercenary work in the future except for the most above-the-board postings of prestige like the Dragon Guard.
> “Cain on the Cross, man. If you had just told me this beforehand you would have had my sword, coin or no.” Mercenary work sat ill with you, even if the cause was arguably just. You will fill much more comfortable coming to the aid of others in the future provided there is not a payout as the driving incentive. It cheapens the honouring of your oath. [Hearty]
> “A noble mission, albeit not the most glorious execution. And fair pay for my part in it.” So long as the cause is just, what moment is it that you are rewarded monetarily for your efforts? Even a Knight fighting under a Cantôn banner is still owed his wages on campaign. You will be more careful in your inquiries in the future, but you will not turn your nose up at mercenary work should it present itself. [Idealist]
