Selected members of the party gather together, with whatever contribution they elect to deliver, and follow the trail to the encampment, which is progressing in a manner similar to the party's camp.

In reply to DM (msg # 1):

Following a few steps behind Brother Brodd, Alietra keeps her eyes open for anything that might appear to be an ambush. Deep down she is convinced this guy is running a con. She is willing to give half of her share to the donation, but will keep the rest well hidden.

Durek walks with the others...eager to see this bounty hunter and take the measure of him and his men.

The old wizard Catweazel ambles along, leaning on his staff for support.

In reply to Catweazel (msg # 4):

Brodd leads the way to the camp, "We've come to talk to the bounty hunter."

Pock stood, not quite intimidating and in fact almost adorable, at Brodd's flank, waiting for an initial response.

A show of his compliance Travis took his share of treasure along to the bounty hunter. He would make his offer whilst he observed the bounty hunter camp and any signs of banditry.

Manaku walks with them quietly. Not sure what to expect he has his bow at the ready.

The paladin rides along near the front.
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The party approaches a wooden palisade, much like your own. The sounds of sawing and hammering cease. A pair of crossbowmen watch from the fortifications, and a half-dozen men-at-arms file out of the gate facing you and assume guard positions.

In reply to DM (msg # 10):

"We come to see Jarvak! Where is he?" Brodd says loudly for the others to hear.

Torn between looking bold, and being unobtrusive, Alietra opts to stand behind Brother Brodd, and peek around his broad shoulders.

Durek moves to stand beside Brother Brodd, watchful and alert.

Pock, for one, thought that Brodd cut an impressive figure at this moment.

Alongside the rest of their band Travis stood behind Brother Brodd as the cleric announced their intentions.

Jarvak emerges, flanked by two henchmen in chainmail and shields.

"Welcome! I assume you are here to make a payment?"

In reply to Jarvak Amendola (msg # 16):

"That depends. We want to see the bounty documents you have to verify you ARE a Bounty Hunter, and we want to see the so-called bond documents as well. Guilt is guilt, innocence is innocence, you don't buy your way out of a crime where I come from."

"Yeah," chimed in Alietra, who then seemed surprised she had actually said that out loud.

Jarvak chuckles.

"I suppose you pay your way out of sin with prayer, Brother? Or buy indulgences as a shortcut?"

Two laborers carry a flat chest out from the encampment and place it between him and Brodd. Jarvak opens the chest, and  it shines with electrum inside. He lifts a scroll tube from a side compartment and unstoppers it.

In reply to Jarvak Amendola (msg # 19):

"Catweazel? Your expertise please!" Brodd indicate the scroll to the old man.

In reply to Jarvak Amendola (msg # 19):

"I hope you are not questioning the integrity of our Brother here?" growls Durek. "Because if you are...that could be taken as an insult."
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Paying all the treasure to the bounty hunter was an unpleasant experience. The talk was equally unpleasant as Jarvak jibed at Brother Brodd. Travis bristled and kept hold of his treasure, not willing to hand it over until the examination was completed.

Bristling at the nasty man's insinuations, Alietra struggles to hold her tongue. Clearly this man was yet another drippy fart among the living. She hoped he was lying, so they could kill him.

Paxton stood by, silent but watchful, as the meeting went down. He’d brought 80% of his share to donate if this was indeed legit... but he had his doubts. The bounty hunter was certainly easy to dislike.

He stood flanking Brodd, ready to back his brother priest if needed.