Drackson looked at the offered chair, but shook his head. "Sorry, I'm in a hurry, so I'm getting right to the point." the veteran answered the woodsman, leaning on his hands on the table. He glanced at the peasants for a moment, checking to see if they minded their own business, before returning his attention to the man in front of him. "I need you for a short escort mission." the man explained, keeping his voice low. "There's a woman called Violet Hawthorn who lives in the forest nearby. It should be easy to recognize her, as her mother was one of the fae. I need you to find her, and then escort her to the tower in the middle of the city, where one of my men will be waiting."<br/><br/>Another thunderclap pierced the sky, forcing the captain to break his conversation for a few seconds, before he could continue, emphasizing the first sentence: "Do not leave her side at any time! You are obviously aware of what goes on in the forest, but the streets are just as unsafe these nights. Best stay clear of whatever crosses your path, and focus on bringing her to the tower safely. Anything else will have to wait for later." Drackson retrieved a small pouch of coins and tossed it on the table in front of him. He was unsure when he would next time see Thorin with his obligations spread wide, and knowing him from the past, the captain trusted him enough to pay him up front. "You're most likely to find her, or at least have her find you, in the clearing west of town, close to the hunter's lodge. Good luck!"<br/><br/>As he had warned Thorin, Drackson had a lot on his hands. Considering the discussion complete, he turned his attention to the innkeeper's daughter. "Alice, can you tell me if Valeria is around? I'll need her attention right away!" She blinked for a moment at the soldier's sudden request.