*goes behind the bar and gets her a glass of water*

*wonders to herself where everyone is at*

*Rathil reenters the inn shortly after Alatariel does. He still does not have his usual smile on his face but he does not look to be unhappy. He simply looks aged. It looks as if he has added 50 years to his life over just the last 3 days. He goes behind the bar and takes a seat and gives Alatariel a smile*

You look chipper this morning.

I am. It must be the baby. Are you sure you're ok?

I had another nightmare last night. I didn't wake anyone in the guild did I?

*Smiles a bit* I am fine my dear

and I had not heard anyone complain so I would imagine not.

If you say so but you do not look well.

One of the side effects of spending an extended amount of time in the abyss I fear. The price of knowledge if you will.

Speaking of that. What did you venture turn up?

Quite a bit actually. Demons are an interesting bunch you see. They do not enjoy being told what to do as Esane so clearly does on a regular basis. However if you know a demons true name you can force it into serving you. Hence how Esane controls these demons without fear of retribution. So I have been working day and night questioning other demons of the plane trying to find out the true name of the demon that has Jerichos soul and after last night I finally got it. The demons true name is Errtu and as far as nasty beasts go this one is pretty bad. However, knowing his true name gives you a slight edge that just may be enough to defeat him.

Errtu? Hmmm. But even knowing that I am still not ready to defeat him. It will take some time. And now knowing that I wm with child I do not know if I can do it. Unless the baby will be born before that time comes.

Calliope hears chatter in the tavern and comes through the door with samples of the menu today.

"Alatariel, Rathil! I thought I heard someone. How are you feeling Alatariel? she smiles, but then draws a concerned look about her. "Rathil, you dont look your usual self today. Something is wrong, I can sense it."

She places the sample tray on their table and sits for a spell.

No, you are right of course. he is still far to strong even with that knowledge. I just like to be prepared.

*Turns and smiles to the halfling*

I am fine, I assure you.

*to Rathil*

Me too and I think I need to start getting even more prepared. I have quit my usual exercise routine since I have been here. Don't want to get out of shape.

*to Calliope*

Hello my little friend. Yes all is well today.

*Smiles a bit*

It is so interesting that you mention that Alatariel.

*Rathil seems to get a bit more life into him as he gets a little excited.*

I have just recently finished a little training room in the guild. It is what I am going to start using to make sure my agents are up to par both physically and mentally. This training room has been in the making for 2 years now and it finally was finished just a few days ago. I can't wait to find some people to try it out.

Oh can I please? I would love to try it out. I promise I will not be too hard on myself because of the child. I will just do enough to keep me fit.

Oh of course you can. However I pride my agents on teamwork and communication. This is not a training exercise you can undertake yourself. It was designed to be run in a group of people with varying skills. You need teamwork to make it out. Once you enter the room it does not reopen until all challenges have been completed. It is not a challenge to take lightly. Especially since some of the obstacles are quite dangerous. This is not your average training room.

"Alatariel, taste the menu samples. You need to eat to keep that baby healthy before you start taking up other activities that would take your energy away." She leans over again to feel her tummy.

"A training room in the guild. That sounds like a success already, Rathil."

Oh even better. When can me and whoever else start?

*Laughs a bit*

My guild has been active and thriving for nearly 50 years now. This is just simply a way for me to weed out the people who do not actually belong. In addition the guild will no longer accept any applicants that cannot make it through this training room.

MMM Thank you Calliope. I am a little hungry. I have been ravenous here lately.

I am having a few wizards and rogues go through the zone a few more times to make sure everything is set up and working properly. Although I would imagine the room will be fully operational by the middle of next week