"Thanks Rahkeshi you´re sweet, somehow it´s easier with you." Elyria answers, looking away blushing again before conitinuing the search for clues to the location of Stormtaider keep.

(The door that the old man disappeared behind is locked, and none of the other doors seem to be open. The deputy seems to have two open cases and a bit of paperwork to do, and has no info on Stormraider keep.)

"This is literally a dead end." Elyria says to Rahkeshi with a sigh before they return to the others. "I suggest we move on Neadle´s Peak after we had a good rest, what do you say." She says to the gathered group.

Rahkeshi tries the door as she and Elyria were speaking and gives an exaggerated sigh. "Locked," she says quietly as she catches a glance at Elyria just as she is turning away.  She watches the elf in silence for a long moment, a questioning look on her face.  Finally, she turns her attention to some of the items hung on the walls. "Umm... thanks... so...  we don't seem to have had much success looking out here.  Guess we head back in with the others?" 

Lilianna sits cross-legged on the floor of the office and begins a ritual casting of Detect Magic, laying down her spellbook and tracing the arcane symbols and mathematics in the air, leaving a wispy purple glow as symbols begin to form and swirl around her. Her eyes light up with purple fire as her vision distorts and changes.

When she has finished she look around the room.

Perception check: 19

She also turns to the group a little sheepishly and says "Uh... I may be able to open the door if anyone wishes,"

"Yes, if the Deputy isn't waking up,  maybe we should just let the poor man sleep." Rahkeshi says, following on Elyria's comment. "I'm ready to go. Think we should be rested enough.  Though Bryant needed to find a bow still,  right?"

She then comes over to Lilianna, responding to her offer.  "I don't think we need to get through the door enough to warrant opening the lock. But thank you, good to know you can." She gives her a smile as she waits to see what the others in the group want to do.

Aurelius is at full strength after the short rest, and ready to go kick some flying pirate butt.

"Yes, Rahkeshi if we can I would like a bow and perhaps some extra rations before we set out. It does not seem like we will get much more help here from the deputy...." Bryant will glance at the details of the two in progress cases before following the rest of the group out he won't make any further attempts to wake the deputy but also will not stop the others from doing so if they wish.

(ooc: Unless there is a need to play the shopping trip out I am happy to fast forward through this just let me know what I should deduct for a longbow, 5 rations and 20 arrows.)

(OOC: Elyria mentioned a few times she would prefer a rest. Admittedly she has been a tad bit frivolous with her spell slots ;-) We could certainly proceed though, just know she is somewhat depleted for the moment.)

(Get the desire to 're-load' but doesn't feel like it should be time for long rest yet. Unless we just take the day off to hang around town. Not that my character would vote for that!)

(If there was nothing from Detect Magic)

Standing up tall (for her) and proud, "Shall we proceed to Neadle's Peak then team?" Lilianna says with some confidence, then immediately looks embarrassed and slinks back from the group.

"Ready when you are." Elyria says smiling to the others.

Assuming Bryant gets a new bow in town Elyria sends a rested Aelric to scout ahead from above. Perception:16
As Neadle´s Peak can be seen from afar there should be no problem for Elyria to find the way there.
During their journey to Neadle´s Peak Elyria talks to Rahkesi about the wonders of the beautiful nature around them while keeping a watchful eye for dangers.
Perception:21

Rahkeshi gives LIlianna a smile as she presses for the team to go.  "Yes! Lead on Lilianna!" she says, even as the rabbitfolk shrinks back a bit.  

As Bryant looks for a bow in the market, Rahkeshi suggests to Elyria that they make their way to the edge of town to await the others as Aelric scouts.  As they find a place to wait, she reaches down to pick up a bit of dust and whispers in Druidic, "Spirits, give me a sign of the weather," and she tosses the dust into the air casting Druidcraft.  Afterwards she continues in Druidic, saying, "Thank you spirits," as she briefly waves into the air. 

"Exploring the water was great earlier, Elyria.  I've never really spent much time in such a large body of water.  Next time we should go swimming AS seahorses!"  She gives her a quick smile. "I've really been itching to get a chance to run about in animal for a bit. Maybe tonight."   She is more than happy to continue to idly talk about the various plants and animals - or even signs of animals they don't see - with Elyria as they walk.  But she also keeps an eye out for any signs of trouble. 

(Perception: 24)

For Rahkeshi:

 Bryant:

I'd be fine with just adding those to your inventory and moving along. Anyone else want/need anything?

(OOC Well, if there's a Holy Avenger just lying around, sure!)

Aurelius will cast Find Steed and summon a warhorse for the journey.  He mounts up, and invites any of the smaller party members to ride with him if they wish.

Lilianna will jump up on the horse with Aurelius, actively avoiding eye contact with the rest of the party as she does so (especially Rahkeshi).

“Thank you” She blushes a little and then gets very absorbed in her notebook.

As Rahkeshi was waving into the air she relays to Elyria - and whoever else might be around. "The spirits say to expect wind, but shouldn't be anything dangerous."  

She watches quietly as Lilianna quickly hops up to ride with Aurelius.  With a grin on her face, she nudges Elyria to look.  She seems about to say something, but Rahkeshi keeps the comment to herself.  

Bryant joins back up with the group, satisfied in his preparations. "Thank you for waiting everyone. I suppose we should head off then? I have to admit I am curious to see what awaits us." As he looks at the horse and it's riders. "You continue to surprise me Master Aurelius. Care to lead on?"

"Yes, tonight we shall run wild Rahkeshi." Elyria says, and quickly blushes again at her own words. 

As Rahkeshi nudges Elyria drawing her attention to the riding couple Elyria gets a warm feeling in her chest, subconsciously taking Rahkeshi by the hand for a moment, before quickly retracting it in embarassment. "Hrm, do we know if this attack on Neadle´s Peake took place during the day or during the night?" She asks to get herself back to the present.

With a smile, Aurelius helps Lilliana up, and sets her in front of him. " You may hold the reins if it helps you feel more secure," he says. "This old girl is sure-footed and steady, she won't let you fall. Isn't that right, Lady?" He pats the horse's side, and the mare nickers and bobs her head. "Best horse in the land.  And of course I would not let you tumble, either," he says reassuringly.

Nodding at Bryant, the paladin clicks his tongue, and the horse begins a slow walk down the trail, maintaining a pace that will not tire those on foot. 

"So, mademoiselle, tell me about your home, your people," Aurelius says as they travel. "Surely they cannot all be as courageous as you. You acquitted yourself well in a battle that most men would have fled from. I am impressed."