"Wizard, Adventurer, Mercenary, Collector, Merchant..." Her tone carried a subtle sigh:
"—Even those drawn by the Abyss's allure, the mad ones. Some seek wealth, some seek power, some seek knowledge, and some..."
Her voice lowered, "Seek to escape their past."
Ron noticed a fleeting shadow pass through Lady Allen's eyes when she mentioned the last group of people.
"The town has at least seven or eight renowned inns, each with its own characteristics."
Lady Allen waved her hand, changing the projection. A lively tavern appeared before them.
Inside, it was packed with people of all sorts, laughter and conversation seemed to emanate from the projection.
"'Drunk Cat' is a favorite gathering place for adventurers, with cheap drinks and fast information flow, but the environment is noisy and dirty."
In the projection, a bartender was pouring drinks for a group of adventurers dressed in varying outfits, with a beaming yet vigilant look.
