Daring Do and The Jeweled Opal

“Splendid!” The Professor exclaims, "and I promise you, you'll be reward handsomely for your hard work!" The earth pony continues to shake your hoof for a fair bit longer, likely relieved that he was able to get you to agree after the rather rough first impression. “Then you best pack your bags and be ready to leave immediately!” He trots back over to your lounge chair and retrieves his bags. “Our train leaves in an hour.”

You're surprised by this prompt schedule. Just ten minutes ago you met this book smart pony. Now all of a sudden you were told to get ready to leave again.

Professor Bookmark notes your surprise and smiles smugly. “My clients are very particular in whom they hire,” he answers, tightening his saddle bag strap around his waist, "they knew such an esteemed adventurer such as yourself would hardly resist a job such as this. Now please please, we must be off!"

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