The less said, the better, I think.

I will explain, but not here. There is a storage room in the attic. Follow me.

Fair enough. Come see me in case you change your mind.

Very well, then. I believe I can trust you, sera. Let's just say I am here on special commission from Almalexia. Unfortunately, I've hit something of an obstacle, and I need someone like yourself, someone not from around here, to ask some questions. If I tell you that I was given a sizable budget for my assignment, would you perhaps be interested in helping me?

Err, yes. By invitation of sera Arns, I am staying here in Sailen to, err... reflect on my duties. A time of meditation, as it were.