<html><head></head><body><div class="ydpebab21f0yahoo-style-wrap" style="font-family:arial;font-size:16px;"><div dir="ltr" data-setdir="false"><div> Sir Talfrey Atherburr had not expected this problem. As the Feudal lord of the town of Aldenburgh he had long ago accepted that things were quiet here. He liked that. The most difficult thing he usually had to do was judge the occasional drunk and the petty disputes of his people. But the issue for today truly amazed him. Seated across the table from his was an otter and a fox. Both were those cursed people many were now calling morphs. They were well dressed and the otter had a good-sized sword in a sheath on her belt. The fox only had a dagger. It didn’t mean he wasn’t armed. It meant Talfrey just couldn’t see it. The knight bowed to the couple. “It is both a pleasure and an honor to meet you.” Misha nodded his head. "It's a pleasure to meet you Sir Atherburr! We know this must come as a great surprise, but we need your help." "I am honored to have such a esteemed group of visitors. How can I be of help?" "Caroline and I are to be wed this Midsummer and we are expecting a large amount of guests." "Most of these guests are still human, but they may be here a fortnight or more," said Caroline. "And you want to rent some of my town’s buildings?" He asked. A Bit confused. "Yes. We need somewhere for people to stay outside the Curse," said Misha. "There shouldn't be trouble," Caroline was quick to add, "but both Midtown and Lasselle are going to be filled, and we know there will be other people needing a place to stay." "We tried Lanton, but Baron Grenier was less than cooperative." "Grenier is a self-serving fool," Talfrey commented. "He's too ambitious for his own good." The two nod in agreement "That's why we came to you. Your town is ideally placed for anyone coming up from Menth, which will likely include Phil, Clover, and their retinue," said Caroline. "Some of my family may be coming this way too," said Misha, "though thankfully not my brother Brian." "Oh? Something wrong with your brother? Kin of yours is always welcome here." "That is very kind of you, but Brian is a grandstander," said Misha. "I wouldn't inflict him on anyone except maybe Nasoj. He's liable to come through with a magical circus." The knight laughed. "I know that kind of person. I have an aunt like that, any visit of hers is a grand adventure!" "She awlays has to have the attention." Misha and Caroline laugh. "Oh he's an adventure alright!" said Misha. "And just like your aunt that way. We're already imposing on your hospitality by wanting to rent out the town to help. I don't want to cause strain because Brian's brought dancing pink elephants or Eli knows what with him." He laughs, "What do you need from me and my people? How places do you need to rent?" "Uh, well, everything? I think?" "Everything? You mean the entire town?" He asked incredulously. "Yeah. If you and your people are willing," said Caroline. "We don't know who might come here and what might happen." "We're not expecting anyone will cause trouble," said Misha, "but accidents happen and I'd rather make sure you and your people feel safe and comfortable." "We have been dealing with Metamor for a long time," the knight answered. "I seriously doubt there could be anything that happens we cannot handle.” Mnisha nodded his head in approval. “Good. Then let’s talk numbers and prices.” *************</div> </div></div></body></html>