page_0: "I have to remember to leave a key to the tunnel gate for the miller. We have a nice arrangement going.. he gets a chunk of the profits for using the mill as a cover for transferring goods in and out of town, and I get the use of the old mine tunnels to move goods unseen. The mine has been abandoned for years now, and few even remember it. How convenient the tunnels connect to his basement. 

I really have to do something about Lash. He's not just trying to muscle in on me, he wants the whole town. Probably thinks he'll be Mayor or some such. 

The townsfolk here aren't used to men like Lash. The village guard are brave enough, especially Dugall, but they aren't prepared to handle the manpower he's likely to bring into town. And even with my own men, there aren't enough of us. Though Kivers does have that spider. Who ever heard of a pet spider, especially one that size. Still, extra 'security' for me."
page_1: "I think it's time I brought in Garrett. He's my best chance of getting Lash off my back, and I think I have just the thing to pique his interest. Nice of that fop to get drunk and brag about the artifact.

Just got a shipment of spice from Petra. He's staying at the Blackwell, as usual. He does like his creature comforts. I've already moved half the product. Maybe I should double my order next time.

I expected Garrett by now. I sent that letter weeks ago. I guess he'll show up in his own good time, as he always does. I just hope it's soon enough."
