Asterin Coleridge. That was a rather nice name, thought Karsten as he shook her hand with a nod. He took the time listening to her question about why he was risking his life even though he was quite well off. It wasn't really that hard of a question to answer.

"Me? I'm doing this to finally put my skills into use, and to bring even more wealth and recognition to my family. On a deeper level though... personal honor. I do this to actually do something of meaning in my life, and to consider myself worthy of having all that I own."