Alien Assassins Refuse to Take on Human Bodyguards

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u/firefighter_raven

Shazell walked into the bar and looked around. He spotted the individual he was looking for, alone at a table in the back. He walked towards the table, his antennae drooped in fatigue and frustration. Despite his attempt to act nonchalant, anyone able to read Volzel's body language would see how agitated he was. Without even asking, he pulled out a chair and sat down. The Dugaad looked up at the disturbance and relaxed when he saw who it was. Shazell didn’t even notice him putting his blaster back in a holster. “Shazell, you know better than to do that. You almost got several new openings in your thorax.” Caal said.

Shazell visibly paused before apologizing, “ I’m sorry, Caal, I wasn’t thinking.” Caal looked longer at the Volzel and perked up, “What’s got you so agitated, Shaz?” “I’ve been given a task, directly from Prince Samum, to find a team of assassins to eliminate a rival family. But I’ve failed to find a guild willing to do the task.” He complained. He continued, “I was hoping you could put me in touch with the Crimson Claw guild.” “I can, for a price, but you understand the Crimson Claw does not come cheap,” Caal answered. “ I understand, but they are my last option of the Assassin guilds,” Shazell replied.

Caal stepped away for a moment and spoke with a young Fildrai. He returned to his seat before saying, “ He’ll relay your request to the Guild Leader, and if he accepts, we’ll have an answer within the hour.” “Now have a drink and relax.” Caal finished