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"that’s classified, Koveras" Dieter replies matter of factly
Koveras holds up a hand at Dieter's brusque interjection.
"I don't mean to pry. It's just that from what Aldous has said, you've accomplished all sorts of difficult feats. You even did a job for me back at Candlekeep. I'm just curious as to whether you do what you do out of compassion, or for the pay, or for the challenge."
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"How'd you get caught up in this, Blood? Also, wow you were fast in that fight! How'd they even catch you?"A dark frown takes over his face.
"Haven't you guessed, cousin?" He spreads his arms wide as though formally presenting himself, though the mockery in his expression is plain.
"Who do you think has been behind this 'Iron Crisis'? Could it be, perhaps, the greedy and underhanded mercantile empire that stands to make the most profit should iron become as valuable as silver?" He clenches his fists tightly, causing the corded muscles in his arms to ripple.
"You know, the one with 'iron' in its name? The Iron Throne has orchestrated this entire 'crisis'."
Koveras kicks the chest in frustration, then folds his arms over his broad chest.
"And how'd they catch me? Same as young Aldous. Betrayal, naturally." He gestures to the discovered letter.
"If that message says what I think it does, it'll likely mention my father by name." The half-orc turns his head and spits on the ground.
"Adopted father."