*Written in flowing cursive script*

Fellow Servant of the Black Hand,

Your message concerning news from the surface has been received and is most welcome. An in-person meeting is not necessary at this point, but you may relay the information per your instructions through missive left with the bartender at the Pissing Crone. Since it appears there is no secrecy involved, this should be no problem in case the message is intercepted. If you are still concerned, convey your message in Banite cipher. The information will be passed on to my cell.

I look forward to hearing from you...

Manunach, Servant of the Black Hand

((sorry for the delay responding, just saw this letter)

*a note is left in the crone*

The severity and importance of the news I carry is such that it can not be shared in any way but in person. I could not share this information and possibly overstate its severity. There is the potential for miscommunication or misunderstanding in a letter which can not be allowed. Find me so that we may speak as soon as possible.

-Herod Welten

(OCC: No problem with the delay :-)

*Sealed Note left with the bartender at the Pissing Crone Inn, Written in flowing cursive script*

Fellow Servant of the Black Hand,

Frequent the Crone and I will find you. The challenge will be "whom do you serve?'" The pass is "None but he." Come alone. These are dark times for those of our religious persuasion and the enemy is everywhere.

I look forward to hearing from you...

Manunach, Servant of the Black Hand