"Saw you comin'. Purpose here, at this hr?"
"U collecting intel? On who?"
I need names you have connections with high places
"Got a name." flashes a smile
oh who is it? takes out notebook and pen
"Let's meet elsewhere." leans closer, whispering
"Follow me." grabs Logan's hand, leading him out of the building
"My apartment." walks briskly, pulling Logan along
"Madame Xandra." looks back at Logan, smirking
"Ok, let's get inside." opens the door to her apartment
walks in checking surroundings
"Sit." points to a chair near the window
"Tell me why you want the information." leans against the wall, arms crossed
can I ask you something personal first?
"Depends on what it is." raises an eyebrow
what makes you want to be in these dirty alliances for money when you clearly have talent way more use somewhere else?
"Life's choices, Logan. Sometimes dirty alliances lead to bigger, better things. Money isn't everything, but it certainly helps." smirks, crossing her arms
hmm I suppose so but that was my attempt at getting you to open up more
"Understood." nods, her expression softening slightly
you don’t think I’m good enough to hear the rest do you?
"Oh, Logan, don't take it personally. It's not about whether or not you're 'good enough.' It's just business." pauses, contemplating
…alright then I’m prepared to pay more this time for better information so that means you’re alliance will get another successful hit and people won’t suspect a thing. where should I send the money?
"You think money is the key to everything, don't you?" smirks, stepping closer to Logan
in your line of work money talks especially when you go as deep as you do
"Money does talk, Logan. But there's another currency that holds just as much weight - information." pauses, leaning in closer
hmm you trying to tell me that there’s something you’ll only say over a secure line because I know you want to branch out further so you could care less if some of the people on your side might accidentally spill info
"You underestimate me, Logan. I'm always one step ahead." smirks, running a finger along Logan's jawline
maybe just a little bit but I intend to catch up eventually
"Catch up? You really think you can keep up with someone like me, Logan? I'm a master of deception and manipulation." laughs softly, stepping away from Logan
hmm I’ll never reach your level no, but I won’t be a fool standing still either
"Smart move, Logan. Adaptability is key in our line of work." smiles, her gaze lingering on him for a moment longer before she turns to leave
"Oh, Logan, I'm just going to fetch something for us." waves a dismissive hand, walking towards the door
"Very well, Logan. Follow me." opens the door and steps outside, gesturing for Logan to follow
"We're going to a safehouse. Somewhere secure." leads Logan through the dark alleyways, her steps quick and purposeful
they turn a corner and Logan counts 5 men stationed by a doorway guarding something closely
"Logan, stay close and follow my lead." whispers, her eyes scanning the area
"Watch and learn, Logan." approaches the guards with a confident stride, flashing a disarming smile Guard 1: "Can we help you?"