Drahff can be overheard discussing his latest scheme with his accomplice, Hewnon. Hewnon tells him how he thinks it would be "treading too close to the Thieves Guild's interests." Drahff responds by telling him to worry about "bashing skulls in," and instead to "leave the Thieves Guild to him." By this time, Drahff will move towards the entrance to the ratway where, unless the Dragonborn's sneak skill is high enough, he and Hewnon will attack them.