A Brief Encounter at the Border

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In front of the checkpoint at the Fog Keep, J is queuing up to exit. Carrying a black leather bag containing his companion, Agon, a homunculus created through alchemy, J is trying to calm him down as a commotion ahead catches his attention. A guard is loudly admonishing, ”These things are not allowed to be taken out!“ while a finely dressed man, possibly a noble, responds while tugging back, ”You have no right to confiscate my goods!“Eager to pass through, J grows impatient with the altercation ahead and steps forward to intervene. In the jostling, Agon, startled, releases a fragrant mist. Knowing this is Agon’s ability - to emit a mist when panicked - J sees the crowd enveloped by the mist, their negative emotions seemingly soothed by its aroma. As the mist dissipates and Agon retracts it, the queue is able to proceed smoothly.As J leaves the checkpoint, the man he assisted approaches, attempting to strike up a conversation and inviting J for a drink at his tavern. However, J, in a hurry to leave, declines the offer and doesn‘t engage further. The man hastily offers a bag of coins, but J simply waves it off and walks away, leaving the man standing there.