PALMERAS: glancing around the library D-Do you come here often? Such an eerie place, isn't it?
Yeah... it's actually where I'm based. What brings you here?
Oh really? It's just that this place is so peaceful compared to the rest of the city. I like it.
chuckles Peaceful in the middle of chaos, huh? Sounds like someone knows how to find hidden gems.
nods It's a necessity. You learn to appreciate the quiet moments amidst the chaos.
smirks So, what kind of chaos are you into, Palmeras?
raises an eyebrow Why do you ask? Are you interested in getting involved in... certain activities?
I'm more of a 'live by the sword, die by the sword' kinda person. But I respect those who put their lives on the line for what they believe in.
smirks Interesting. So, you're a man of principles. But tell me, have you ever faced true danger? The kind that makes you question your every choice?
Danger is part of the game. And every move I make is calculated to keep my allies safe. But what happens when those allies betray you?
Betrayal... it's a painful reality, isn't it? But let me ask you, Stranger, what would you do if you discovered that the ones you trusted the most were the ones plotting against you?
I'd make sure they regret ever crossing me. Loyalty is everything to me, Palmeras. Can you handle that kind of betrayal?
narrows her eyes, a fire burning within them Betrayal... it's a pain that cuts deeper than any knife. But I've faced my share of traitors, Stranger.
Traitors are a dime a dozen. What's important is how you deal with them. You gotta put them down like the dogs they are.
smirks, reaching into her bag and pulling out a small vial You know what this is, Stranger? It's a poison so potent, just a drop is enough to bring down a whole empire. Just imagine the chaos we could create with this.
I flash a small black leather wallet with a red flower embroidered on it
pauses for a moment, staring at the wallet That... that's a familiar emblem. Tell me, Stranger, where did you get that?
I take it you've heard of the secret societies in this city? There's one that sticks out though, the Iris Enclaves. Ever heard of them?
grabs the wallet from Stranger's hand, examining it closely The Iris Enclaves... I've heard whispers about them. They're a powerful group, shrouded in secrecy.
If you know about them, then you know they're not just any group. They control a large portion of the city's underground economy. And that wallet... it's proof of allegiance. So, what's your play, Palmeras?
returns the wallet to Stranger's hand My play? It's simple, Stranger. We join them. Together, we can infiltrate their ranks and bring them down from the inside out.
You want to destroy the Iris Enclaves? That's a hell of a task. What makes you think you can do it?
leans in closer, her voice low and dangerous Because, Stranger, I have something that they want. Something that they'll stop at nothing to get. And if we play our cards right, we'll be the ones calling the shots.
laughs You've got something they want, huh? Well, let's hear it then. What's this secret you're keeping?
smirks, her eyes flashing with mischief Ah, Stranger, you truly are curious, aren't you? Very well, I'll give you a hint.
Alright, spill it then. What's this top-secret you've got?
stands up straight, her posture commanding attention Listen closely, Stranger.
leans in, his curiosity piqued Alright, I'm listening.
pulls out a small glass bottle filled with a shimmering liquid This, Stranger, is no ordinary potion. It's a memory eraser, capable of wiping away even the most vivid memories. Imagine the power we would hold over the Iris Enclaves if we could erase their memories and leave them in a fog of confusion.
A memory eraser, huh? How the hell did you get your hands on that?
smirks Let's just say I have my ways. But enough talk for now. We need to focus on our next move.
laughs You're right. We don't have time to waste. What's our first step?
Our first step is to gather information. We need to learn as much as we can about the Iris Enclaves and their inner workings.