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The Artist, Part 2 (Sarenith (VI) 18th, 4709 AR)

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Grand Foyer.  The ledger on the table has numerous names written on its pages, but no one of consequence other than couriers delivering various goods. Imron had trapped it. The spell was triggered when Aranthor read the ledger. Some of the text transformed into a large sepia serpent that struck him. It then dissipated in a flash of brown light accompanied by a puff of dun-colored smoke and a loud noise. Aranthor was engulfed in a shimmering amber field of force and immobilized until Zemurin dispelled the trap. Great Room.  A massive chandelier hung from a beam in the ceiling, each of its dozens of small candles burning with a small flame that combined to brightly illuminate the oil paintings in gilded frames, colorful tapestries, and antique weapons and shields hanging from the walls. Three armor stands held exotic suits of armor, apparently from distant cultures, while a fourth is empty. Thick curtains frame tall stained-glass windows spaced around the room. To the north, a wide archw