2. The dude went on a walk through town immediately after getting home from being at the convent.1. a larger number of nuns are corrupt than you think especially ones in a position of power such as Mother Superior since power corrupts
2. likely trying to keep the fact he is alive a secret from as many people as possible may be the cause
3. that is actually a good question, she may have a Safe deposit box herself but that is still iffy
4. the purity and weight of gold bars is stamped on them, along with other information such as serial number, processing company, etc.
4. Oh I guess tack on our MC not being able to read then.