While they were planning on how they could lure the two behemoths into Teriu, they didn't know about the commotion that they had stirred in the city. With Tau missing and most likely dead, his assets were free for grabs as all of the families were interested.
After all, he was one of the biggest 'traders' in the city with connections everywhere. If he's dead, that means his huge fortune is now ownerless. The only reason as to why other people hadn't thought of killing him was because he had the support of several large families from larger families outside of the city.
With someone else doing the dirty job, they can take the money without worry.
"So Tau's missing huh? I think I might have an idea of who did it but I must say, they are quite brave for people who are just selling toys on the street." A man smiled while drinking some wine.
This was the same person that had told his servants to send the information about the two women to Tau on the first day.
