Age of Gods - A VRMMO Story

After staring at the red-head for a while, Thomas turned to look at Volcrag and asked, "Is there any chance I could guard a different wagon?

Volcrag looked between Thomas and Lexiana. As a long-time merchant, it wasn't hard for him to see the tension and hint of hostility that Thomas held toward Lexiana. To answer Thomas's question he shook his head, "Sorry son, you two were the very last to sign up and the only ones to not sign up as a pair or group. The other wagons are all guarded so this is the only one I have for you."

Snowlily sat by Thomas's leg as Thomas crossed his arms over his chest and sighed, "What's the cost for abandoning this request?"

Volcrag frowned deeply, "The cost for abandoning a request is ten times the reward. In this case, that comes out to ten thousand gold. You will also lose a rank at the guild." Volcrag sighed, "Look son, I can see ya got an issue with the lass there. I need at least two guards per wagon ta make sure my goods are all taken care of and protected." He looked Thomas over closely and smiled, "Tell ya what. Ya do me the favor of not quittin' so I can leave on schedule and I'll introduce ya to a friend of mine in Bilri when we arrive. He's a master blacksmith. I can tell just by lookin' at ya that you swing a hammer yerself. So, waddaya say?"

Thomas honestly had to stop and think about it. The cost of quitting the job was no big deal to him. Ten thousand gold wasn't cheap at all but it was within his means and losing one rank on his guild card didn't really feel like it would have any effect at all. However, the offer to be introduced to a master blacksmith was rather tempting. He might be able to learn something interesting and if not he should be able to use the blacksmiths forge for a bit. He'd been thinking about making some upgrades for his gear.

Thomas sighed, "Alright. Just remember your promise."

Volcrag nodded, "I will son. We'll be leaving in about half an hour so make sure ya got everything ya need."