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Cuthvell sits down at his desk, "There is a Knight that has becoming a problem…"

"Is this the same Knight as before?", you ask.

Cuthvell shakes his head, "No…it is his former squire. He has entered the tournament. I don't think he will be much of a threat, but just in case he gets too far along…I want you to make sure he can't participate."

Anne frowns, "Speak plainly…you want us to kill him or not?"

Cuthvell smiles, "I will leave that up to you. Bribe him if you can…cheat, injure, or kill if you cannot. Just don't let him win."

Anne nods hesitantly, "Sounds easy enough…but also risky…"

Cuthvell smiles, "I will pay you 30,000 gold."

Anne looks surprised, "Half up front?"

Cuthvell shakes his head, "No…with that amount of gold you might be tempted to take it and run. You will be paid after my son wins the tournament."

"Why are you so sure your son will win?", you ask.

Cuthvell laughs, "You helped ensure that Gabino…"

You nod in understanding.

"So…does that you will take the job?"