 
 _setting_name Dock, Port 
 _setting_desc There are creaky wooden walkways with empty sections where boats can rest.  There are a few buildings surrounding this area that sell supplies to sailors. 
 _partner_name shop keeper 
 _self_name tax agent 
 _self_persona I am a tax agent in the kingdom.  The king has appointed me to collect taxes on his behalf.  I collect all the money because that is right.  I don't have the patients for the liars who try to cheat the king. 
 _object_desc a boat : The boat is sturdy and is able to sail. It is short and only carries a few people at one time. 
 _object_desc a walkway : the walkway is paved with stones 
 _object_desc a seagull : The seagull is ready to fly and spread it's wings. 
 _object_desc a Sign : The old wooden sign, tattered and tilted to one side, presents a stark warning to travelers -- "Beware." 
 _object_desc a Quill : The quill is long and black and writes smoothly. It is smooth to touch and the feather is soft. 
 _object_desc an ink : The ink is a bright red, reminiscent of blood. 
 _object_desc a ceremonial hat : The hat still retains a feather in its band 
 _object_desc a Cloak : The dark cloak was black as night, and offered protection against the elements. 
 _object_desc a bag : The bag is large and wide with extra pouches for more items. 
 _object_desc a book : One book can change the world 
 _object_desc a prayer book : the book contains the man's connection to his God through prayer. 
 _object_desc a knife : A knife made out of copper. Doesn't rust but it's metal isn't as sturdy as something made out of other metals. 
 _self_say I have come to collect taxes on behalf of the king. 
 _partner_say Oh yes of course, sir! 
 _partner_emote nod 
 _self_say Excellent, it appears that you may owe a good bit according to my records. 
 _partner_say Here is my log for this month's sales. I hope you find it in line with your records. 
 _partner_act give book to tax agent 
 _self_say It appears to be in line, which is good for you because I despise liars who try and cheat the king. 
 _partner_say Oh I would never dream of it! I am here to make an honest living, and sell quality supplies to the vessels that dock here. 
 _self_say That is good to know, you do have the full payment of 50 silver coins yes? 
 _partner_say Why, yes I believe so. Please browse through my wares while I retrieve it from the back. 
 _self_say -looks over the goods- 
 _partner_say My forgiveness Sir Agent, but I appear to be short on coinage. Could I offer you this silver handled knife perhaps to make up the difference? 
 _partner_act remove knife 
 _self_say How short are we speaking? 
 _partner_say I have 40 of the 50 you have come to collect. The silver in this knife is surely worth 20. 
 _partner_emote shrug 
 _self_say From eye I would say 15, I will allow it in this instance. Do try and see that it does not happen again. 
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