“It may not be widely known within the eight realms but yes, I am aware of their needs. While that is not a service I can personally provide we do have contacts that can handle such a need, though we have only had a rare few such a request in my tenure here.”
“If I take a room here, I will need absolute security. My friend Alexa will need to be in the room with me. If you can acquire more of these crystals please have Alexa bring them in to me as soon as they are acquired.”
“Such a service will cost. Expense aside, I believe we can make the necessary arrangements. Seven days will be seven gold Danake, and the crystals will depend on the cost to acquire. You said thirty units is what you require?”
“Thirty six would be better. More if available. Alexa can supply several used crystals if that is helpful,” Val said, thinking of what she might need to heal during the fight itself.
“I see. That could be cost
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