The rogue thought about the offer and tried not to grin, sitting there with a perfectly blank face.  Ten thousand in gold would go a long way. However, she wasn’t too keen on the expenses coming out it.  Who could know in advance what those may be.  Besides, this town was full of the best smiths and armors in the realm.   It’s wasn’t as if they couldn’t outfit her and this guide for free.  And how did she know the guide was even going to be worth a damn when the fighting got tight.  She could end up having to try to take on a demon, drow and all the while be having to watch out for someone else.<br/>Catherine cleared her throat and leaned forward, “I’ll admit you’ve offered a fair amount in gold, but the expenses should be on the town.  It would be different if you had to purchase them elsewhere, but you have all the resources right here.  Throw in weapons, room and board while I am here and you have a deal.”  She paused a moment, then added, “For the guide, too,” before leaning back in her chair with a smile playing across her lips.<br/>