The Cousland Treasury

The quest The Cousland Treasury occurs during the Human Noble origin story.

Background
Find some weapons in the Treasury Your mother has given you the key to the Treasury; you might be able to find some weapons there to help you against Arl Howe's men. -QUEST COMPLETE- You searched the chests in the Treasury and found the Cousland family sword in one of them. This will help you drive back Arl Howe's men.

Walkthrough
After exiting the bedroom area of Castle Cousland during the attack by Howe's men, a conversation with your mother is initiated. Choose "What should we do?" followed by "Is there nothing else we can do?" to receive the quest. Travel down the hall and try to persuade the servant to stand and fight with you. After clearing out the enemies, unlock the treasury door. You can loot an armor stand, weapon rack, and family chest. Looting the chest completes the quest.

Result
The family chest contains the Family Sword and Shield of Highever.