I do not need your excuses, Commander. \n\nThe Tribute for the season has not arrived on schedule, and as you well know, this is a breach of my contract with the Iron Rose and with the town of Corinth.\n\nWhoever holds the title of Speaker of the Winds these days, they should be reminded of the consequences that are described in detail in the original covenant.\n\nIf this situation is not remedied quickly, and to my satisfaction, further reparations will be expected.\n\nI will not hesitate to visit Windsward myself and personally see that the cost is paid for these transgressions. \n\nYours in candor and quickly-decreasing patience,\n Medea

A Letter from Medea to Commander Merrill of the Iron Rose

Notice of Breach of Contract

Captain Dauti, I know we haven't always seen eye-to-eye in the past, but I would invite you to join me in an endeavor that will be mutually advantageous.\n\nAs I know you're aware, the town of Corinth has been paying tribute to the sorceress Medea for generations - an arrangement that I believe has run its course.\n\nI know you and your crew have sought to "acquire" the Tribute in seasons past, but the Iron Rose has successfully deterred your efforts.\n\nThis season, I would invite you to make the attempt once again, with the assurance that the Iron Rose will not be on hand. \n\nIn fact, you may find Guard Captain Dupont is very quick to surrender when you confront him on the road.\n\nIn exchange for your participation and your discretion, I will share the locations of the legendary Verdant Gemstones, that we might share in their bounty. \n\nYours in good faith, and in confidence,\nFrancis Turner, Speaker of the Winds

A Letter from Speaker of the Winds, Francis Turner, to the Buccaneer Pirate Captain

Offer from the Speaker

To the honorable and wise Lady Medea,\n\nI can certainly understand your displeasure with the town of Corinth for not delivering the seasonal Tribute on schedule, but I hope you will accept my apology and renewed commitment to honor our covenant. \n\nThe former Speaker of the Winds led Corinth with a forked tongue. He had forgotten our promise and the stories of how you have repaid personal betrayals in the past. \n\nFor that very reason, he has been removed from office, and I have been sworn in as the new Speaker. It is my solemn hope to resume the good relations our settlement once enjoyed with you.\n\nIn this cart you will find tribute in double the usual quantities, as recompense for late delivery.\n\nI hope you will please reconsider any actions you have taken against our town as punishment for our failure. I know that with your guidance we can return stronger and more fruitful than ever. \n\nYour humble servant, \nSaatvik Agrawal, Speaker of the Winds.

A Matter of Tribute Chapter - NWGuide Database of Lore

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