>>5197660Alys tells you the tincture to keep Vera awake has been ministered, and will not adversely affect her condition in her experience. As she tells you this, the large man begins to stir. You could question him as well, you speak his language as does Alys, though the House Campbell tartan you wear over your mail hauberk names you the blood sworn enemy of the Clans from which he hails. Maybe better to have Alys speak to this one, as you stood in her place with Vera. The matter of Elpest is a thorn in your mind. In the back of your head you imagine an enraged Alkaign turning back on Graven's advice and sending the Guard back down to lynch the poor man, one more body to try and weigh out his father's. You shake that thought, though maybe it would not hurt to appeal on the knight's behalf sooner than later. Vera already looks better, color returning to her, though the despair remains and you know infection is never far for any amputee. Continued questioning while she is still lucid is an option, though you are hoping you have more time for that over the coming weeks as she may improve considerably and perhaps come to terms with her situation. You also have your newfound knowledge of her coming child to use as it suits you.
> Supervise Alys interrogating Harain. She can speak, you can come up with questions. Obviously no tools or harm, you gave your word. Unless that means less than you let on...> Question Elpest. You really doubt any malice was involved, but in situations like this it pays to be paranoid. Armed with knowledge, you can make his case to Alkain, or not. You doubt he will be able to convincingly lie in his state, after all.> Continue to go after Vera, breaking down her defenses further. You've broken her resolve, but perhaps some more days down here will make her more willing to talk? Or is it better to double down on your momentum? The Emperor will be expecting your first report soon. Last choice in the dungeon. 