Tama unexpectedly reached level 6 in alchemy. With the advantage of materials and venue, Brand could safely entrust the task of crafting cursed arrows to him. Then the young man, carrying the poisoned dagger and dwarf treasure sword, called Batom and prepared to meet the Limp Man from Black Pepper Alley.
He had been anticipating this meeting with the Limp Man, known as Lorne, for some time, especially eager to find out if the Wind Queen's Ring had any subsequent tasks. Moreover, he knew that the Limp Man had some connections with the Grey domain in Brags, possibly even introducing him to the underground auctions.
Batom's red beard was too conspicuous, so the two of them, one after another, donned cloaks to conceal themselves before heading out. Brand did not see the merchant lady who had promised to follow. She must have gone on another 'adventure' somewhere.
But just as he pulled down the edge of his hood, he heard Batom say from behind:
