'I have another task for you, should you be willing.'

You quietly ask Belondor if he has decided whether or not to accept the offer from the Order of the Eagle.

'I have not. There are many things to consider. The cost may outweigh the benefit. Speaking of costs, life goes on and there are still things that need doing in the Fleet-fast.

'Traders that are permitted to sell their goods and services within the Fleet-fast are required to pay regular dues to be allowed to do so. When I am not at sea, this is something I like to do personally. It is good to be seen and to meet them in person, but the additional workload brought on by the re-opening of Dâr Laja has been taxing.

'You would be helping me a great deal if you would collect these dues for me. If any of them give you trouble, I guarantee that a little bit of rough handling will convince them that paying you is as good as paying me.'

You have collected the dues from the traders in the Fleet-fast. You should return to Belondor in Dâr Laja.

Objectives

• Talk to Belondor