Michael hadn't forgotten Vedora's quest to unlock their full powers, but the pressing demands of the dungeon escapades had sidetracked him. The upgrade for his dark flames, a significant boost he needed, remained unclaimed, a task pending on his long to-do list.
Determined to set things right, Michael resolved to tackle this quest immediately after dealing with Torug. He knew that eliminating the orc would be just the beginning of fulfilling the broader responsibilities he had undertaken. While significant, the victory over Borgin Ironfist had opened his eyes to the complexities of Gaya's quest. It wasn't just about defeating a high-profile beast tamer; he needed to dismantle the entire network, freeing all the creatures held by the Beast Tamers Guild to complete her quest truly.