76 - Two cocktails
Author: Bloom759
last update2023-04-27 21:40:24

Aiden and Risa continued to make their way through the bustling streets of Collow, scanning every face they passed in hopes of catching a glimpse of their friend. They stopped at a street corner, taking a moment to catch their breath and gather their thoughts.

"Any ideas on where we should look next?" Aiden asked, his eyes scanning the busy streets.

[Would you like to use your tracking ability?]

'No, thanks. He's a friend and I doubt he's in danger so I won't waste my merit points on using it here.' Aiden politely refuses with a stoic expression.

He turns to Risa, hoping for an answer.

Risa thought for a moment before answering. "I remember Gregg mentioning a tavern he took a liking to, he likes to frequent a lot. It's called The Rusty Blade. Maybe we should check there?"

Aiden nodded in agreement. "Sounds like a good place to start," he said. "Let's go."

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They navigated their way through the crowds, dodging carts and vendors selling their wares, until they finally arrived
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