The protagonist arrived at the north gate, where he saw a bustling crowd of people waiting to board the carriage. He spotted the guild's emblem on the side of a large, sturdy-looking carriage, and made his way over to it.
As he approached, the driver, a gruff-looking man with a thick beard, looked him up and down. "Where you headed, kid?" he asked.
The protagonist smiled. "I'm on a guild quest, and I need to reach Oakwood village. Can I ride with you?"
The driver's expression changed, and he nodded. "Ah, guild quest, eh? Well, in that case, you can ride for free. Welcome aboard!"
The protagonist thanked him and climbed aboard, taking a seat inside the carriage. He looked around at the other passengers, who seemed to be a mix of travelers, merchants, and adventurers.
As the carriage lurched forward, the protagonist felt a sense of excitement and anticipation. He was finally on his way to Oakwood, and he couldn't wait to start investigating Thorne's disappearance.
The journey was long and uneventful, but the protagonist didn't mind. He spent the time thinking about the quest, and what he might encounter in Oakwood. He also chatted with some of the other passengers, who seemed friendly and curious about his quest.
After a few hours, the carriage finally arrived at the outskirts of Oakwood. The protagonist looked out the window, taking in the sights and sounds of the village. It was a small, rustic place, surrounded by rolling hills and dense forests.
The driver called out, "Oakwood! Last stop!" and the protagonist climbed down from the carriage, stretching his legs and taking a deep breath of the fresh country air.
He looked around, taking in the sights and sounds of the village. He saw villagers going about their daily business, and a few guards patrolling the streets. He also spotted a large, imposing-looking building at the center of the village, which he assumed was the village hall.