"So you want me to deal with the Azure Mantis King while you fight the others?" Cursed Swordsman asked.
"Yes. That's right." The old man put the pipe aside, "You'll get exactly what's on the scroll for the job."
"That's enough." The swordsman nodded slightly.
"In that case, come tomorrow at the full moon to the pond to the north of the village. The Moon Lotus will bloom there, then the Azure Mantises will attack."
"Got it." Cursed Swordsman stood up as he headed for the exit.
"Pleasure doing business with you!" The old man shouted, "The guards will escort you to your chambers. Get a proper rest!"
...
The Elder vacated for Cursed Swordsman a small cottage by the north wall. It was a quiet and peaceful place, perfect for a proper night's sleep.
"Damn, insomnia again." Cursed Swordsman got out of bed.
He tried to sleep, but something kept interfering with him, various thoughts keeping him awake.
