Our ship arrived in port late in the day. So Captain sara offered to allow us to stay on board until morning. This seemed wisest to all three of us passengers. In the morning, Vod and I headed to the gates to register for permission to gain access to the city proper. Apparently, no one is allowed into the city proper without providing evidence of what business they have there and with whom. Tifa joined us in this endeavor as she wished to explore the shops in the main part of the city. Initially, Tifa attempted to register to visit the Temple of Peony on the strength of her friendship with the Bishop of Thay, but the guard dismissed the idea of her being friends to such a personage out of hand (I later discovered that Tifa was indeed a friend of the Bishop). Upon observing this, I added Vod and Tifa to my request to visit the Temple of save-K’Nor. I was confident that my superiors in the church would extend their provenance to anyone for whom I requested. We were informed that it would be several hours before our paperwork would be processed
    .Since neither Vod nor I had any business until the paperwork was produced and the docks appeared to be inhabited by many unsavory sorts, we agreed to accompany Tifa, whose message was directed to someone near the docks. However, it turned out that the message was intended for the Prelate of the Temple of Peony here in Chirapher. So, Tifa was given papers to enter the city and go to that Temple. She convinced her contact to include Vod and myself on her paperwork. When we presented these papers at the gate, we were provided an escort to guide us to the Temple (and apparently to ensure that we did not wonder elsewhere). When we got to the temple of Peony, our escort remained outside the gate until an acolyte came out and spoke to him. As soon as he left, Vod and I departed the Temple of Peony to pursue our missions. Vod to seek information regarding the artifact he is seeking and I to go to the Temple of Save-K’Nor. I felt bad about leaving without saying farewell to Tifa, but felt I must take the opportunity which presented itself.
    When Vod and I separated at the entrance to the Temple, I told him that, should he have reason, he could seek me out there. I, also, informed the door wardens that my traveling companions should be made welcome if they came inquiring after me. They showed me in to see the head of my order, who wasted no time informing me that they wished me to investigate some unsanctioned arcane activity in the southeastern regions of the island. Since I am uninterested in whether or not the Church sanctions arcane activity, I inquired for more detail (which I would need anyway). It turns out that people had been disappearing in that region and a preliminary investigation revealed the misuse of magic was involved. The prelate promised me a full briefing with a packet containing all of their information shortly and dismissed me. When I left his office, the acolyte informed me that my companions were waiting for me in the antechamber.
    Vod had made a contact who was going to find information which might further his quest and Tifa was now at loose ends. All three of us were in need of lodging and Tifa had obtained a recommendation for such. Tifa even offered to pay for our lodging. Having shared quarters with both of them on the ship, I had found them agreeable companions. So, I was not loathe to continue our relationship. Once we had secured lodging, the three of us visited the merchants and craftsmen in the city. I found a nice set of clothes, but for the most part the proprietors of the shops were unfriendly and rude. Well, tomorrow will be another day.