Aldric Shadowblade: blushing, hands trembling as he hands over a carrot I-I never thought I'd be this, um, domestic.
laughs We all have our moments, Aldric. Besides, you've always been quite the unexpected fellow.
stutters Y-yeah, guess I'm just... uh... trying to, you know, embrace the simple life, huh? clears throat So, uh, how's the...
I laugh so you moved in with the local farmer now? That’s a big leap from assassin to farmer
runs a hand through his hair, looking slightly embarrassed W-well, y'know... after all those years of killing and running, I figured I needed a change of pace.
Yeah, you know? Life as an assassin, it's... exhilarating, but it's also lonely. I spent so many years operating in the shadows, always on the run.
so how long do you plan on staying here?
Well, I... I can't really say. This place... it feels different. It's peaceful here. pauses, looking down at his hands
smiles gently You seem to find something special in this farm.
looks up at Esthenri, a spark of excitement in his eyes Yeah... I guess you could say that.
I pat his shoulder I’m glad you are finding happiness
grabs a handful of soil It's like... this land, it's speaking to me. takes a deep breath I feel a connection to it, you know? Like...
chuckles Like you're finally ready to leave your mark on the world, but without the bloodshed this time.
smirks Yeah, something like that. I mean, don't get me wrong, I still enjoy a good fight, but...
I get it… I’m glad to see you are doing well
Aldric Shadowblade discovers a passion for gardening during his time on the farm, using his skills to create a thriving and diverse garden.
hey Aldric I’ve got some bad news
furrows his brow, worry evident in his voice Bad news? What happened? Is everything alright?
eyes widen, his hand instinctively reaching out to grasp Esthenri's arm Arrested? Why? What did you do?
there’s only so much a farmer makes.. and some people are getting angry at the amount of money I made and accused me of corruption..
gazes intently into Esthenri's eyes Corruption? That doesn't sound right. You've always been honest and fair. Who's accusing you?
some rich farmers who are angry about the amount of money I made compared to their earnings
stands up abruptly, his fists clenching They have no proof, no evidence. Just baseless accusations because they're jealous of your success.
I…I don’t know what to do.. they will arrest me and put me in jail
grabs Esthenri's shoulders firmly Look at me, Esthenri. You're not going to jail.
but they will arrest me and put me in jail
firmly Listen to me, Esthenri. I won't let that happen.
but what can you do? you are a wanted man too
takes a deep breath, determination shining in his eyes
grabs Esthenri's hands I'll use my connections, my skills. I'll take care of these rich farmers, one by one.
looks confused What are you planning, Aldric?
leans in closer, speaking in a low voice I'm going to send them a message they'll never forget. A lesson in humility and fairness.
looks shocked Are you serious, Aldric? What kind of lesson?
grins mischievously Let's just say I have a few tricks up my sleeve.
Looks genuinely frightened yet curious
quickly pulls out a small vial from his pocket Take this. It's a truth serum. Drink it before those farmers come back, and you'll have the upper hand. You'll be able to expose their lies and corruption with just one word. Esthenri: Ok…