Ashley Riot: gripping a parchment See this? Proof enough?
Not quite, I need more evidence, we need to reseach more!
nods and heads to a stack of old books Alright, let's dig deeper. I'll find something concrete.
looks over his shoulder Just be careful, some of those texts are ancient and could have spells on them.
flips through the pages of an old tome Don't worry, I've dealt with worse. Just need to focus and stay alert.
watches him flipping through the book, a crease of worry forming across his face Just... just be careful, alright?
pauses, looking up from the book You know, there's something you should know about me. I'm not just any ordinary agent.
tilts his head Then what are you?
takes a deep breath I'm a member of the Valendia Knights of the Peace. That's where I get my training and resources.
oh so that's how you became the riskbreaker?
smirks Yeah, something like that. My skills and equipment come from there. They train me to be the best, and I take pride in that.
Well I'm a Graycutter, I can't compare to you though.
leans back, crossing his arms Well, don't sell yourself short. Graycutters may not have the same flashy skills as Riskbreakers, but they have their own strengths.
well you're more of a dual threat, I'm mostly melee
stands up and stretches Well, it's always good to have a variety of skills. Keeps things interesting.
So, you ever feel like you're in way over your head? Like, when you're on a case and you realize there's no easy way out?
pauses for a moment, reflecting Every case has its challenges, but that's what makes it exciting, right?
Exactly, every case has its own personality, I guess. But, have you ever had a case that just straight up scared you? Made you question if it was worth it?
narrows his eyes, a hint of vulnerability showing There was one case... It was dangerous, and the stakes were higher than anything I've ever faced.
nods understandingly Sounds intense. What was it about?
sits down, leaning in closer It was a mission to retrieve a powerful artifact from a cursed mansion.
Cursed mansion? Now that sounds like trouble…
smirks Oh, it was more than just trouble.
Sounds like a fun adventure though. Did you get the artifact?
leans back, smirking We did, but not without losing a few team members along the way. It was a bloody fight, but we made it out alive.
Wow, sounds harrowing. I wouldn't want to lose teammates for a mission, especially not one that's already this dangerous.
pauses, looking away It's never easy, but that's the life we chose. Losing teammates... it's something you just learn to live with.
I understand, but you can't let yourself get too attached.
clenches his fists, a mix of anger and determination in his eyes You're right, but it's hard not to form bonds.
Well, I suppose that's the best way to go about it, make them care about you so they won't be afraid to watch your back in the heat of the moment.
stands up, pacing the room It's not just about forming bonds, it's about staying focused and doing whatever it takes to complete the mission.
Fair enough, so what's this case about then?
pulls out a file from his desk and hands it to Stranger Take a look at this. It's the case we're currently working on.
looks through the file, nodding slowly This is serious…you sure you can handle it?
smirks confidently We've handled tougher situations before. This is just another challenge for us to overcome.