8th of Uktar - Abbot Toler laid to rest
What a difference a day can make.
The viewing went well in the early morning hours. The townsfolk each walked by the preserved body of Abbott Toler and expressed their gratitude for everything he did for the town. Once everyone had a chance to say good, Saril stepped forward to address the crowd.
"Mayor Baugh has asked me to tell you that there will be a town meeting at the town hall immediately after this service for some important news. All residents are strongly encouraged to attend. Thank you and may Lathander bless you this fine morning!"
It didn't take long for a large crowd to gather just outside the Town Hall. Standing atop the steps near a makeshift podium were several figures, Chaver Aleoc, Mayor Baugh, Council Members Cassandra Boliard, Olgrim Iskara, Horace Leighton and Chrys Zueg, the Regulators and Sheriff Thomas Enomen
First among these to speak was Chaver Aleoc.
"Good morning everyone. As many of you may know, I will be leaving this valley after today's service. Shandukul has told me that my time here is spent and I need to find new horizons to follow. In my stead, Acolyte Vorinn will be taking over the duties of caring for the shrine. Look to him to guide you on each of your paths. And remember, as long as you continue to pay homage to Shandukul, this town will remain safe."
Chaver then steps down from the podium, throws a backpack over his back and proceeds to walk out into the crowd and down the road out of town. Many people pat him on the back as he walks past, but most just stare in confusion after him.
Mayor Baugh, seems a bit taken aback by the comments from Chaver and steps to the podium.
"Ahem.... good morning everyone. Well, there is more news to report this morning. The town guard with the assistance of the Regulators discovered that Abbott Toler's death was not a natural one. Apparently Councilman Renald poisoned the Abbott in an attempt to alter town politics more into his favor. Unfortunately for him, he was killed attempting to sneak out of town late last night."
The Mayor pauses and gives a knowing nod to the Regulators at that last remark. Apparently he and the Council decided that all the facts don't need to be made public at this moment.
"After a through search of his home, a plethora of evidence was recovered. A hidden alchemical shop was found in his basement. A stolen book detailing how to make the poison was found and a journal were found. Based upon this evidence the Council and myself have convicted Councilman Renald in abstentia. Over the next several days, his assets will be sold off and the money will be redistributed to the town fund. Some of this will go to the Regulators in recognition for their assistance in this matter."
The Mayor pauses for a moment to allow what he has spoken to sink in.
"With this turn of events, the Council and I will be planning on holding a special election to select a new member. Those townsfolk interested, please see one of us after the meeting. The election will be held within the next Tenday or two. At this point I'll open the forum up to general questions."
The gathered flock of people erupts into a malestrom of arms and voices. Many questions fly through the air.
Some question why the Regulators were part of the investigation, others want to know what other damage Renald could have done.
Still, one voice carries through the crowd clearly, "So what does this mean? We just lost both of our Priests and one of our elected leaders. Is this all Kritchnor's doing?"
The viewing went well in the early morning hours. The townsfolk each walked by the preserved body of Abbott Toler and expressed their gratitude for everything he did for the town. Once everyone had a chance to say good, Saril stepped forward to address the crowd.
"Mayor Baugh has asked me to tell you that there will be a town meeting at the town hall immediately after this service for some important news. All residents are strongly encouraged to attend. Thank you and may Lathander bless you this fine morning!"
It didn't take long for a large crowd to gather just outside the Town Hall. Standing atop the steps near a makeshift podium were several figures, Chaver Aleoc, Mayor Baugh, Council Members Cassandra Boliard, Olgrim Iskara, Horace Leighton and Chrys Zueg, the Regulators and Sheriff Thomas Enomen
First among these to speak was Chaver Aleoc.
"Good morning everyone. As many of you may know, I will be leaving this valley after today's service. Shandukul has told me that my time here is spent and I need to find new horizons to follow. In my stead, Acolyte Vorinn will be taking over the duties of caring for the shrine. Look to him to guide you on each of your paths. And remember, as long as you continue to pay homage to Shandukul, this town will remain safe."
Chaver then steps down from the podium, throws a backpack over his back and proceeds to walk out into the crowd and down the road out of town. Many people pat him on the back as he walks past, but most just stare in confusion after him.
Mayor Baugh, seems a bit taken aback by the comments from Chaver and steps to the podium.
"Ahem.... good morning everyone. Well, there is more news to report this morning. The town guard with the assistance of the Regulators discovered that Abbott Toler's death was not a natural one. Apparently Councilman Renald poisoned the Abbott in an attempt to alter town politics more into his favor. Unfortunately for him, he was killed attempting to sneak out of town late last night."
The Mayor pauses and gives a knowing nod to the Regulators at that last remark. Apparently he and the Council decided that all the facts don't need to be made public at this moment.
"After a through search of his home, a plethora of evidence was recovered. A hidden alchemical shop was found in his basement. A stolen book detailing how to make the poison was found and a journal were found. Based upon this evidence the Council and myself have convicted Councilman Renald in abstentia. Over the next several days, his assets will be sold off and the money will be redistributed to the town fund. Some of this will go to the Regulators in recognition for their assistance in this matter."
The Mayor pauses for a moment to allow what he has spoken to sink in.
"With this turn of events, the Council and I will be planning on holding a special election to select a new member. Those townsfolk interested, please see one of us after the meeting. The election will be held within the next Tenday or two. At this point I'll open the forum up to general questions."
The gathered flock of people erupts into a malestrom of arms and voices. Many questions fly through the air.
Some question why the Regulators were part of the investigation, others want to know what other damage Renald could have done.
Still, one voice carries through the crowd clearly, "So what does this mean? We just lost both of our Priests and one of our elected leaders. Is this all Kritchnor's doing?"
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