Leom ran a hand through his graying hair and nodded. “Yes yes, of course. I would not have thought otherwise,” he said. “The town council has allowed me to make an offer that is in matching with your reputation. They have allotted the sum of 10,000 gold for you for your quest. This should be enough to cover any supplies and needs that you should have.” He takes out a piece of vellum paper that has various signatures at the bottom. “This is a writ of credit to withdraw your sums from our banks. It is for half of the amount. The other half will be given upon completion of your journey and your return.”<br/><br/>As Catherine looks over writ of credit, Leom speaks up again. “We have hired you a guide that can help with your journey to the Underdark. She is….uh…a native of there. You two shall meet up soon before you head out.”<br/>