The Plight of Two Crags - Epilogue

Epilogue

    The party received a large amount of gold coins (roughly eleven hundred) for their efforts, and for the orb. They had their equipment repaired for free - and immediately - by the local blacksmith, and they also received a pair of powerful war horses, an additional pack animal (a second was offered but refused), and complete restocking of all their supplies. They then stayed in Two Crags for two more days, assisting in further hunting of the creatures (a few continued to emerge over the following days, though nowhere near as many).
    After this, they headed for Lost Raven, aiming to be in time for the tournament. They arrived with a couple of days to spare, but were quickly disappointed.
    "What?!" said Graeme, causing the innkeeper to express a small amount of shock.
    "I - I thought it was common knowledge that the tournament was canceled after almost every knight in the area announced they were heading to Two Crags!" the man replied, still startled.
    Sparrow laughed, and said, "At least we know why Rassette smiled a little when we said why we were going!"
    "Next time I see him, we're having a duel," muttered Graeme. "I was wondering why no other knights were heading out this way after everything was over. And we've already missed all seven days of celebration in honour of everyone who helped! Seven days of free food and a small tournament!" Graeme banged his fist on the counter, and breathed deeply.
    "Argh, can't be helped now," he grumpily said.
    "So," said Annette, getting the attention of the innkeeper, "Is there a monster around or something disrupting the local peace?"
    "Actually," said the innkeeper, leaning on the bench, "There is something strange going on with the mayor of the next town over..."