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''I think this matter will need to be resolved later, you are the one who insisted on managing the monsters so I'm certain good, strong brothers of our dear goddess can agree to resolve this problem.'' The baron leaned away from his son, returning his attention forward. ''I truly appreciate you coming to apologize face to face.'' Your father nods, and Bram returns the gesture. ''There's no harm in letting them in the good hands of a Cleric of the path, especially since I heard one of them had Rot Lungs?''
''Not anymore.'' This time you talk. ''I must have been guided by Mother Earth hand yesterday because I helped the lady doctor finish the cure, so Seyraphal should only need a few days of rest.''
''Goodness, a Little Fate in our fair city?'' Bram chuckles. ''I believe a good brawl can help settle minds, so let's consider this matter over with. Tell me, Rikard, have you decided on how to handle your new land? Right now I have no plan to expand in your corner of the outskirt but after around...'' Bram stopped to think, pausing a little too long to listen to the gentle melody. ''...five years, you should expect neighbors. I think I could give you a little helping hand if you so wish.''
''You are far more generous than I deserve.'' Replies your dad, crossing his fingers on the table after finishing his plate. ''This is a decision I will take with my family; we are still settling down.''
''I see, I see. If you haven't committed, I'd like to ask for your expertise.'' Polite, even inviting, Bram remains relaxed yet you understand that a nobleman ''ask'' is a veiled ''must''
''Our fair Eichenwald borders the grand forest leading into and beyond the Wildlands, I've no intention of claiming so much land but some of our hunters have more boldness than good senses and alas, three men have gone missing in the last two weeks. I've been hesitating on which man could lead this investigation and I must admit, a recent settler of your competence would do much to assuage my worries.''
That... You glance at your dad, feeling bubbles of confusion and worries in your chest.
''I'll have to give it serious thoughts, my lord. I'm no forester, are you suspecting Outsiders malfeasance?''
''Perish the thought! But one truly never knows.'' Bram got up, being a little too theatric in his gesture. ''Do excuse me for a moment.'' He walks away from the table to converse with the musicians, the trio soon stops the gentle melody to clean their instruments under the watchful gaze of baron Bram.
Right, if your dad were to mention your mother's genuine competence as a hunter (or yours), he'd likely look weaker in the eyes of the men here. Men are leaders, heads of households, authority figures... Your parents have always been equal and even valued your opinion when you were younger. Your life on the road is an anomaly.
''Milady Rey.'' <span class="mu-i">Oh no please just let me melt into the background.</span> ''Did you spend your whole life following your father on his Path?''
