[ Alright, so he didn't actually sheathe the blade, but Miller will accept the release of the local as a fair compromise since Richard is giving him the opportunity to explain. After all, he has to admit that he probably wouldn't be acting with much more restraint himself were he in the same position. He accepts the newbie's threatening expression seemingly without intimidation. ]

This is Aldrip. You were summoned here by the same force that myself and many others were wrenched from our homes by. They are known as the Council, but their real identity remains unclear despite our best efforts. They have chosen you to join our theoretical prison here because they are accusing you of a crime.

[ He doesn't know where it might be, but — ]

You should have a description of what that crime is on your person somewhere.