Jewelry and Travel
"You got any family back home? Pick up some earrings, maybe a necklace or bracelet too."
"She's not much of a jewelry girl Raj"
"It's not for her, it's for you. When you die abroad, you're going to need some way to have the body transport and burial paid for."
"Lucky for you, I don't plan on dying"
"Funny, that's what the guy you replaced said too."
Travelling can be dangerous, especially when you begin to distance yourself from the more patrolled capital regions. Those who travel with caravans often take steps to ensure that their families can have a body to bury, and the proper inheritances are sorted in the event of their death.
Many travelers who work with a group will invest in jewelry, as precious metals can act as barter in any corner of the world. Most opt for earrings, as they are easy to buy and are difficult to lose, while others go for necklaces and bangles that can be hidden under their clothing.
While they can make caravans an even more lucrative target for bandits, having an emergency fund on hand to replace lost bodyguards and essential supplies more than makes up for it.
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