Fae deal in equivalent exchange. If you can't offer them something that is worth something as valuable as their trust, they won't give it. That's been my experience, anyway. And usually, material things aren't what they're looking for.
So I think the trials may be the best option. We've got plenty of people up to the task, right?
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So I think the trials may be the best option. We've got plenty of people up to the task, right?