I gladly pay double what the tavern master asks, not only for the service provided and for the trouble that one girl faced, but also to help him remember us fondly. After all, if we become recognised here and seen as friends, that may come in handy one day. And soon enough, we are travelling again. I make sure to hold Lelika's hand, not that she needs any reassurance, but just to show my affection for her.<br/><br/>When I see the raven fly, however, my eyes narrow. The guard was no matter, watchmen being common in these places. The flag is not one I recognise - not surprising, given my care of individual nobles is not particularly high. But now that a message has been sent...<br/><br/>"Quite possibly, yes. We should be careful, just in case there is trouble ahead."