Preparations for the night
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Finn climbed the stairs with human quickness, for she could already feel the 
sun as it began to lighten the sky outside.  She hoped that the room would 
be adequate for her, though when she checked it earlier in the evening the 
large trunk had been there. 

She unlocked the room, pausing long enough to trace a protective symbol on 
the rough wooden door before entering the room and locking the door behind 
her.  Sure enough, the truck was there next to the small bed, a cloth thrown 
partially over it.  No doubt it had been intended as a last effort bedside 
table.  Finn quickly drew the curtains, giving her a little more time.

Facing the four points of the compass, Finn traced again the symbol on the 
door, muttering Words of warding to herself.  After four symbols, she stood 
next to the chest and bowed her head, pulling energy from the earth to 
strengthen her wards.  This simple ritual done, Finn pulled the cloth off 
the trunk, opened it, and climbed in for a dreamless sleep.

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Next Time:
Gernodt visits the temple 
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