Valerie thinks for a few moments, then takes another sip of wine. "His name was Toma. We met when we were clea

Valerie thinks for a few moments, then takes another sip of wine. "His name was Toma. We met when we were clearing the poachers out of the Gronzi Forest. Truth be told, the work was thankless: the crown pays the salary, and the locals think you're there to oppress them, so they love to make your life difficult. It's good to have partners nearby — someone who you're sure is on your side."

Valerie thinks for a few moments, then takes another sip of wine. "His name was… — Kingmaker