Dreamer's Salvation

Recently there were rumors of unusual events in some of the nearby villages. People sent to investigte them did not return. They were, however, found in the same villages and proved to be completely healthy both physically and mentally. Now, the people didn't want to return so we left them there but I swear, they were alright. A... partner of mine left for Nola five days ago and hasen't returned yet. The trip there is under 4 hours and his business there would not take more then one. The fella's name is Darrel. You bring him back to me, and I pay you some nice gold coin, eh?