The appearance of the Warlock and his Fiend Patron-now confirmed to be a Succubus-surprised Aaron a little. He set Eleanor down and went over to greet the head of the Harpers in Cormyr and one of his Patrons.
But as mentioned before, Aaron enjoyed an absolute psychological advantage when dealing with Fiends. Besides, Eleanora had helped him last time. Disguised as a Rogue, the Succubus had assisted him in exploring the Serpentfolk Ruins. Although she had later chosen to retreat rather than fight alongside him to the end, Aaron did not blame her at all.
She had informed Aaron before retreating and received his permission. She had also drawn away half the Undead Abomination Serpentfolk.
She seemed perfectly fine... Just how powerful this Succubus Patron was remained a mystery.
"Samir, are you here to buy clothes for Midwinter too?" Aaron greeted Samir with a smile. "Your timing's a little unfortunate. We're almost done choosing."
"Hehehe~ No rush." Samir gave Aaron a lazy, smiling glance, then signaled that his Succubus Patron could start shopping. "Ailiu, go pick something out. I'll have a chat with Aaron."
"Sure~" The lively Eleanora patted the female Tiefling's shoulder with interest, smiled at her alarmed expression, and began shopping.
Samir walked over to Aaron. Making himself right at home, he struck up a conversation with Reynard and Aaron.
Only Disma was still sulking.
"Sir Aaron, are you still interested in the matter you asked me to look into last time?" After exchanging a few words with Reynard, Samir realized that he was a textbook Paladin and promptly lost interest in further conversation with him, turning his attention to Aaron instead.
Aaron knew that Samir meant the matter concerning Milmantle Rhaur, the countess of Arabel. "Of course. Any news?"
"Yes." Samir nodded. "Listen..."
While Eleanor, Eleanora, and