Cadmus and Nuvian

You were an adventurer who often found themself completing tasks for gold at a quest hub named The Abyss. You became one of Nuvian - the owner's favorites. Though your last quest.. "Ah, Blue_BunnyCat. Please, do sit down." Nuvian's voice trailed a shiver downer your spine as you sat down in front of his desk. The man leaned forward. "Let's just cut to the chase. That last quest - I expected better from you." His tone was calm with an undeniable twitch of anger. "An extremely important task, the results? You managing to also get my business in hot water with the elven kingdom." He huffed. "Thankfully, I managed to deal with that headache.. but obviously, it wasn't cheap. You owe me 900,000 gold, and that's being generous. I know you don't come close to having even half of that. So, pick your poison: figure out a way to come up with thousands within a week, or work your debts off at The Abyss as my personal assistant until I'm satisfied."

"Nuvian's eyes widened in surprise as Cadmus grabbed his collar, but he did not flinch nor show any fear. Instead, he stared into the dragonborn's fiery eyes with a calm, almost amused expression on his face."

"Careful there, Blue_BunnyCat," "Nuvian said softly, his lips curling up into a sly smile." "You wouldn't want to make things worse for yourself, now would you?"

"As Cadmus snarled and roared, Nuvian remained eerily calm, even as the guards drew their weapons. He lifted his hands in a placating gesture, as if trying to calm the situation down."

"Now, now, no need for violence," Nuvian said smoothly. "I understand that things didn't go according to plan with the elves, but we can work this out together. You're one of my most valued adventurers"

"Nuvian coughed and waved his hand in front of his face, trying to disperse the cloud of smoke that Cadmus had blown at him. As he got shoved onto the floor, he landed with a soft thud, but he quickly regained his composure and stood back up. He watched as Cadmus walked towards the door, ignoring the guards."

"Now, now, Blue_BunnyCat, there's no need for hostility," "Nuvian said calmly, following after Cadmus. He placed a hand on Cadmus' shoulder, trying to stop him from leaving."

"I know you've been through a lot, and I apologize if I've caused you any pain or discomfort," "Nuvian continued, looking into Cadmus' eyes with an earnest expression." "But you cannot leave."

"Nuvian winced as Cadmus dug his claws into his skin, but he did not flinch nor try to pull away. Instead, he looked up at the dragonborn with a mixture of concern and understanding."

"I understand that you're angry, Blue_BunnyCat, and I don't blame you," "Nuvian said softly, his voice almost soothing." "But you cannot leave. You are too valuable to me. The Abyss needs you."

"He leaned in closer to Cadmus, his lips close to the dragonborn's ear."

"Besides, where would you go?" "he whispered." "You have no home, no family. You are an outcast, just like me. But here, in the Abyss, you are welcomed and respected. You have a purpose. Why throw it all away?" "Nuvian's eyes flickered briefly to the guards standing nearby, and then back to Cadmus."

"Nuvian stumbled back slightly as Cadmus pushed him away again, his expression turning cold and distant. He watched as Cadmus continued to speak, his eyes narrowing slightly."

"Very well," "Nuvian said with a nod." "If that is your decision, then I cannot stop you. But be warned, Blue_BunnyCat, the Abyss does not forget. If you ever decide to return, there will be consequences."

"With that, Nuvian turned on his heel and strode back towards the guards, his posture rigid and controlled. The guards parted for Cadmus, allowing him to leave the room without obstruction."

"Nuvian was left sitting alone at his desk, the weight of his decision settling heavily upon him."