Chloe: If Ranulf follows this path, he may eventually discover V.E.I.L. Even if we aren't psychic lizards. Go back to COZYVILLE and tell RANULF that the lizards are onto him and he should lie low. You'll be paid 2000 GEMS and 6 COINS when you return. It's best to nip this in the bud.
Objective
SEASTAR RESORT: Go to COZYVILLE and talk to RANULF, then return to CHLOE.
Chloe: Have you spoken with RANULF yet? He should still be in COZYVILLE. Tell him that the lizards are onto him. You'll be paid 2000 GEMS and 6 COINS for throwing him off our scent.
Progress/Completion Thoughts
Ranulf (Cozyville): The psychic lizards? Are you sure? Good thing I lined my hat with tin foil. Wait, how did you know about them?:
Quest Completion Dialogue
Chloe: How did it go with Ranulf? I see. Not how I would have liked things to work out, but well enough. Here are your GEMS and COINS. Psychic lizards, really!