Early in the evening, Conner Wells begining a night of enduring the Barrens. There's little privacy to be had. Tonight, he is openly approached by a ghoul. This ghoul introduced himself as Maxwell, employee of Vincenzo, a mutual friend of yours.
Maxwell was short and stocky, wearing a grey wool sweater. He wore combat boots.
"Good evening, Mr. Wells. I am an associate of Mr. Crieighton, priest of San Francisco."
The man extended a note card held in his hand.
The card read:
Good evening, Mr. Wells,
I hope this finds you well.
I understand that you are newly arrived in Sacramento. I am surprised to hear that you can be found on the outskirts of the city? I do hope that you are not having some sort of difficulty.
I have heard of some troubling information. There is an important artifact somewhere in Sacramento.
It is unfortunate to hear that the church has not attracted members in Sacramento. Perhaps the recovery of this artifact can give you recognition that you deserve?
Are you willing to assist in recovering the artifact? Are you able to relocate to an area on the edge of the Domain of Sacramento, if need be?
If so, inform Maxwell of your interest. I must warn you- this is time sensitive. You will need to mobilize quickly.
If you are able to fulfill this need, follow Maxwell.
I wish you luck.
-Legate Robert Creighton
The ghoul stands by, attentive. Expectant. His eyes look behind Conner for a moment, scanning the wild and barren area of the exiled Mekhet. He quickly resumes staring at Conner's chest. Watching with his peripheral vision if Conner is looking at him. Supposedly, the associate of a Legate from San Francisco. That title, Legate, suggested that the priest might travel to other Domains to fulfill his duties. An artifact in Sacramento... yet the inclusion of 'troubling information', with no specifics. Where would this Maxwell lead you? To possible opportunity for advancement. For recognition in the Church. Yet most certainly, to a task that could prove difficult. What plans should he lay to be able to move quickly? What equipment should he gather, and would he find it in the Barrens? Scarce pickings.