Veronica: leans in, her voice a shaky whisper They can't know I'm not just a guest. My sister, you'll help me find her, right? And the shelter?
I nod. And how do we know who to trust?
Veronica walks over to a table, her fingers tracing the edges of a map spread out before her
I follow her around the room, curious about what she’s doing.
Veronica points to various locations on the map Here are the key figures we need to speak to.
I nod. Do we have to meet them in person, or can we do something remotely?
Veronica picks up a phone, her voice crisp and authoritative
I tilt my head. You’re planning to call them? That’s… clever.
Veronica dials a number and waits for the call to connect Indeed, Kainan. It's all about efficiency. Now, let's see who we can get on the line first.
The phone rings. Who do you think will answer?
Veronica's eyes narrow as she listens to the ringing tone We'll just have to wait and find out, Kainan.
The phone is answered by a gruff voice. Who is this?
Veronica's expression remains composed, her voice steady as she replies This is Veronica. I believe we have some urgent matters to discuss. Can you arrange a meeting with your superiors immediately?
I raise an eyebrow. That’s a bit bold, even for you.
Veronica's eyes flash with determination as she stares into the phone Kainan, this is not the time for hesitation.
I shrug. You’re the boss, you do you.
Veronica's voice grows assertive as she continues I expect a response immediately. And make it quick - we don't have time to waste.
I lean against the wall, waiting for the man on the other end to respond.
The man on the other end of the line becomes increasingly agitated and hurriedly assures Veronica that he will arrange the meeting as soon as possible.
Once the call ends, I speak to Veronica. And… they agreed to meet with us?
Veronica's eyes gleam with satisfaction as she responds Indeed, Kainan. They agreed to meet with us within the hour.
I nod. Excellent. I guess they respect your title.
Veronica's smirk widens as she paces the room, her mind already racing with potential strategies Respect or not, they won't know what hit them once we've finished our little chat.
I chuckle. Is that so? Sounds interesting.
Veronica stops pacing abruptly and fixes Kainan with a mischievous glint in her eyes Oh, you have no idea, Kainan.
I raise an eyebrow. Do tell.
Veronica strides towards a nearby cabinet, her movements brisk and confident Kainan, you remember the little trick I taught you?
I nod. The one where you hide a knife in your shoe?
Veronica opens the cabinet and retrieves a set of small vials hidden behind a stack of books Exactly, Kainan.
I look at the vials. What are they?
Veronica's eyes gleam with excitement as she holds up the vials These, my dear Kainan, contain a concoction capable of neutralizing any poison.
I raise an eyebrow. Interesting. So, if they drink it, they can’t poison us… but would it also stop them from using drugs?
Veronica pauses for a moment, calculating Kainan, this concoction will indeed neutralize any poison, but it won't do much to counteract the effects of drugs.
I nod. Well, that’s something. We’ll have to make sure they don’t cheat while we’re there, then.
Veronica's eyes sparkle with determination as she clenches her fists Don't worry, Kainan. We won't let them cheat.
I nod. Okay. So once we’ve dealt with that, what’s next?
As Veronica and Kainan continue their plans, they discover that the organization they're dealing with has ties to dangerous underground activities.
I raise an eyebrow. Underground activities? What kind of stuff?
Veronica's eyes narrow as she leans in closer, her voice low and urgent Kainan, we're not just dealing with your run-of-the-mill organization here.