Journey to Targos

Last night was a much needed night with my family. It has been several weeks since we could enjoy an evening out together. We had dinner at the Northlook and enjoyed the music, dancing and food. Seems my new group all were there as well, they also needed this time to unwind. Verrick especially, being confined to the cell each night we are in town. Although I did hear some disturbing news that a supposed witness has come forward and claimed to see Verrick attacking the murdered Elf. A dwarf name Sindri. I can't help but feel that he is being paid off.
 
The evening came to an end much too soon. Vesstan and I escorted our children to homes, not because we had to, but to extend this family time. We then made our way home, hand in hand. I do so enjoy his company, I feel safest when he is around.
 
In the morning I picked Verrick up from his cell and we made our way to Elliodiels home. Apparently Verrick is in love with her friend Mellisande, and they were engaged I believe I heard. Elliodiel wanted to talk with him about that, and I was there, because, well he's in my charge for the un-foreseeable future. According to Elliodiel, Mellisande is under a curse, where every year on her birthday, she forgets everything that has happened that year, which is why she doesn't remember Verrick. My heart does ache for him, you can see and hear how much he cares for her. Elliodiel said that her friend was cursed by someone name Godriel, and that her current human form is not her true form. Elliodial has her disguised to try and stay hidden from this man. I feel a pull to try and help in any way I can. We will have to talk to the others and see if they would be willing to aid as well.
 
I introduced Verrick to Vesstan's uncle, Voran. He admitted this to be a tough case, but is willing to help. He suggested asking around in other towns to see if any similar murders have happened. He did mention that he heard about some in East Haven, but their guards are tight lipped and won't share information with out proper documentation. I spoke with the mayor and she agreed to write a letter on my behalf so that we can get more information. I will be able to pick that up after we return from Targos.
 
We eventually left for Targos, the journey having us encounter a few polar bears. Poor Khuno, was immediately attacked. By the time we made to Targos, some of the others were just exhausted, they are not used to the kind of traveling we have done these past few days. We stopped at the Three Flags Sailing Tavern, but were forced to leave after a strange encounter. A living smoke like entity entered and claiming Eliodial as its property, splitting into five shadowy copies of her. It was a tough fight, but we did manage to banish them. But had to seek new refuge. We did head to the Luskan Arms. Here Lady Evelyn met with the Guard Captain Skath for dinner. She seemed, almost worried? She definitely didn't want to join him. I hope she is ok.
 
I must end this for now, as I have to join the others, minus Evelyn, for dinner.