Xed - Force engagement? (Possible early game spoiler)

[Wyberious]

I'm just starting the game and have finished a couple of the early quests. I accepted the quest from Xed to kill Harpen and then the subsequent quest to kill Xed from Harpen. However, when I get back to Xed he won't engage me. Is there some way to force a fight?

[Kreador Freeaxe]

Just like with attacking inanimate objects, you can hold down the shift key to force an attack on a friendly NPC, or you can right-click to cast an offensive spell on him if you are a mage.

[Randomizer]

Or go and loot his chest by the fire and that should make him hostile. This will cause you to fail the true thief challenge.

[Wyberious]

Got it and thanks for the help. As a nub to RPGs I'm sure I'll be back for more advice but I'm definitely enjoying the game.