Kerrick’s General Thoughts
I carry a lot of regret from earlier today. The heartbroken look in Rona’s and Florien’s eyes destroyed me. We have to find out what’s really going on here, and soon. I don’t know how much more of this senseless slaughter I can endure. My heart may be trained for war, but it is not made of stone.
Kerrick’s Thoughts on the group
Rona
Rona and Florien’s bond seems to have grown like a beautiful flower whose roots found themselves embedded in a rocky path. It seemed as though we interrupted a date of sorts between them, though I pray our arrival did not sour their rare moment of peace.
I appreciate her for asking about the statue outside, but I fear there is more to it than just decor. I wonder if there are any warlocks here.
Florien
Florien seems to grow red whenever Rona is near. It is a breath of fresh air, seeing such a bond take shape in times as bleak as these. A sign of youthful affection, pure and unspoiled by the harsh reality forced upon us. It reminds me of what we fight for.
Tarvo/Adam
Tarvo Adam is different. He’s stern, knows exactly what he wants, and isn’t afraid to say what’s on his mind. Our disagreement felt needed; he has been cooped up in Tarvo’s mind for some time now. The first change I noticed was when he took the lead in looking for Gwendolyn. I grew comfortable and was enjoying my time. I let my goal leave my head for a moment, and that’s never a good thing. I grew too comfortable, lost in fleeting joys and trivial distractions. If there is going to be any chance of finding Gwen, I must be rid of such distractions and strengthen my resolve.
He scolded me for putting Tarvo in danger. It’s clear that he cares more for him than I ever could. Tarvo is not a sibling or imaginary friend; he is a part of Adam, and I need to accept that. When he went to the adventurers guild, Adam’s apology to Rona and his foresight in seeking Arispira’s kin revealed a man coming into his own.
He’s taking charge in my moments of weakness, and I appreciate that more than anything.
I am proud of the man he is growing to be.
Kerrick’s Thoughts on specific NPCs
Arispira
Adam mentioned you today. I wonder how you are holding up on your travels. We found information about your family in the most fitting way possible-stealing it. You were always the best in our group at that, a blessing and a curse in my opinion. I’m not proud of my actions today, but if it gets us closer to finding Gwendolyn, I’ll do anything. I wonder what your family knows of her disappearance.
Bryson
He was very nice, but oblivious at best. I don’t know how a guild could have this as the front face of their establishment, but it must speak volumes about who is in charge.
Rona and Florien’s Relationship
I envy the relationship they have the chance to build. It’s a beautiful thing, and I can’t help but wonder what kind of relationship Lady Gwendolyn and I would have built in the same situation. We were never given that chance.
Gwendolyn
Sekaroth took more of a toll on me than I thought. I’m tired. It’s causing me to reflect on things I haven’t thought about in years. I dreamed about you today. A painful vision of when I found out about your disappearance. It brought me to a dark place, somewhere I tried my very best to get out of.
When you left the Kingdom, I was lost, I had no sense of direction. I always returned home to you, so when I returned and you were gone, I had no desire to do anything at all anymore, so that’s exactly what I did. Nothing.
Willow
“Free drinks” came off the tongue almost too suspiciously, yet I didn’t suspect a thing. An excellent host, and clearly they chose the right person for the job, because she seems to have information on everything, even if it is only a rumor. It’s a shame I couldn’t play her game for longer; I know she could have answered some of the questions I seek answers to. She seemed to know more about the rebels than she led us to believe.