[He takes the offered gold with a polite bow of his head, the gesture empathized by the curved horns.]

It would not be polite to discuss payment with others, Knight-Commander.

[He may look the part of a large brute, but he had some cleverness hidden in there mixed with his honor.

At those last words, Taas grins widely and gives Alayre a salute with one arm at his chest.]

It was a good challenge for a good cause, and pretty damn fun.