Revenge

You frown, and eventually decide to believe the messenger, even though it *could* have been fun to 'interrogate' him further.

You look at the guard, and give a charming smile, then wave one hand dismissively. "You can take him away now," you say. "Give him back his weapon, and the money I promised for his services."

After the guard and the messenger leave, you sit in silence for a little while, and then get up to leave your quarters.