I think I finally have the puzzles deciphered. The time has come to put my guild "retirement" plan in motion.

The treasure and gold from the tomb is the score of a lifetime. Ha! Pretty much literally in this case. Nicolas, unsung guildleader, master thief, confidence man has been a shadowy unknown figure. I'm tired of only having influence behind the scenes. Cosh will be a man of influence and wealth, he will be the power player in Hew's Bane. If my successful and wealthy businessman can seal the alliance with Lady Falorah Magnifica, then I will have a noble title to bolster my dealings. What a laugh, Nicolas the Thief, related to royalty.

I've wondered sometimes if any of the others have suspected, but no one really objected strongly to my planned dowry heist. Glad Velsa had retired already, she wouldn't have agreed to this plan. I'm surprised <<1>> put up so little resistance. With the right tactics, I should be able to make it uncomfortable and unprofitable for them to remain in Hew's Bane. Pity, I've liked working with many of them.

I must remember to meet with Izreena in my Cosh persona. Her greed and desire to get Silver-Claws prime warehouse location should play into my plans pretty well. The greedy cat is too loyal to the guild and needs to be pushed aside.