You have luck with you that you were able to find something so well suited to your needs. I have often wished I had more time to learn such a craft, but my duties never permitted, nor could I grudge the time spent, except only in passing.
You speak of missions, are you in the service of some great lord ... I cannot recall where service is given in this land, but surely, service is indeed given? Pledges to some cause or clan, at the least? I should remember this.