A pernicite scout--field scouts for pernicite hordes, monsters--revealed plans for an attack on Heron Lies, a nearby town. Daniel, Felicity, Adam and Ilsa are nearby, and, as far as they're aware, the only ones who know about it. That puts the onus of warning and helping the township upon their heads, whether they want it or not. They took the job, made their vows.
Now, if only they can get someone to listen.
Now, if only they can get someone to listen.