Session 101 – Deal with the Abbot.
10/10/23 Our business with the Abbott apparently concluded, we took our leave and made the long hike back down to the village. We checked in at the Burgomaster’s home. Anna was looking a bit frazzled, but Walter and their son Ilya were keeping the kids entertained. Anna told us that her husband had decided he had urgent business at his smithy. I bet he did. With all the chaos of the children here, I felt like I had urgent business at the smithy as well. We found the burgomaster at his anvil, as promised. He was absently hammering on some piece of metal and didn’t seem terribly distracted by our arrival. I had the impression the only thing he was making was noise. He greeted us warmly. We talked about finding shelter for ourselves and the children for the night. He said he would inquire quietly to several families who he felt were trustworthy and find temporary lodging for the kids. Permanent placement would come later. ...