[IRP] The Dead One Calls

[Toogee]

Having no personal experience outside of Lycia, Paige didn't see any particular issue with how quiet the village was. As they traveled to the inn, the librarian heard talk of a festival, but those talking weren't speaking in excited tones. Perhaps the people of Bern were simply more reserved than their Lycian counterparts. Funny, for from what Paige had read of Bern, the people were filled with pride for their traditions.

The castle supposedly under siege by brigands was within view. In most cases, the village would owe some taxes to the head of the castle, in exchange for protection. And yet, there wasn't a word of any change in leadership. Even Shad and Maise were dumbfounded at the behavior of the village. Perhaps this wasn't normal behavior after all.

While the others immediately headed for the inn, Paige's curiosity was sparked. Now that she knew where the inn was, the librarian double backed to the tanner that Cecily spoke to. If they were to discuss their next move, they needed to know what was happening in the village.

"Excuse me sir," Paige called out to the tanner. She approached his stall and smiled politely.

"If you have a moment," she began as she pointed towards the castle. "That castle over there. Who runs it?"