Senator Robert Kingsley: nervously Y-you saw everything, didn't you? I-I need your silence. Can I count on you?
pauses, contemplating Hmmm... Perhaps I can put you to good use after all.
smirks You see, there is a rival politician who has been causing quite a bit of trouble lately.
I know who you’re talking about, he’s been very quiet lately
Quiet, you say? Well, my dear Manson, I want you to find out what he's been up to. Dig into his records, follow his every move. Leave no stone unturned. Can you handle that task for me? Senator Robert Kingsley: leans in closer, voice low and dangerous Make sure you report back to me with everything you find. And be discreet about your investigation. We wouldn't want anyone to get wind of our little operation, would we?
I’ll look into it right away
reaches into his pocket and pulls out a check Good. Here's a small token of my appreciation. hands the check to Manson
smirks Remember, Manson, in the world of politics, information is power. And right now, I need you to gather as much information as possible.
leans back in his chair, playing with a cigar And Manson, I must warn you. This is a delicate mission. Trust no one.
narrows his eyes And remember, Manson, if you fail me, there will be consequences. Failure is not an option in my world. Do you understand? Senator Robert Kingsley: laughs coldly Oh, Manson, you underestimate my ability to deal with failure. Just remember, if you cross me, there will be hell to pay. Do we have an understanding? Senator Robert Kingsley: Good. Now, get out of my sight and start gathering that information. And remember, discretion is key. I don't want anyone to know about our little arrangement. Do you understand? Senator Robert Kingsley: Excellent. Now, go and make me proud. And remember, I expect frequent updates on your progress.
I’ll come back tomorrow with something
nods curtly Very well, Manson. I'll be waiting for your return tomorrow. And remember, failure is not an option.
turns back to his desk, organizing the papers Now, if you'll excuse me, I have some pressing matters to attend to.
pauses, then looks back at Manson Manson, before you go, I have one more task for you. I need you to retrieve something from my safe. It's a file containing sensitive information. Be careful, and don't open it on your way back. Once you have it, bring it directly to me. Can you handle that for me? Senator Robert Kingsley: smirks Of course, sir. Consider it done. I'll retrieve the file and bring it straight back to you. You can count on me, sir.
stands up and walks over to the safe, typing in the password Here, take this key. It will unlock the safe and allow you to retrieve the file.
watches Manson closely Remember, Manson, the contents of that file are highly confidential. Do not open it until you reach my office. And do not let anyone else see it. If you fail to handle this with utmost care, there will be consequences. Do you understand the gravity of this task? Senator Robert Kingsley: laughs coldly Oh, Manson, you underestimate the importance of this task. That file contains information that could make or break political careers. It's our dirty little secret. Make sure you handle it with the utmost care. Failure is not an option. Do you understand?
smirks Good. Now, off you go. And remember, I expect nothing but success.
Shortly after Manson leaves, Senator Kingsley receives an anonymous tip about his wife's infidelity
a few hours later, Manson knocks on the door
opens the door, smirking Ah, Manson. Have you gathered any useful information for me? And what about the file from the safe? Did you retrieve it? Senator Robert Kingsley: leans in closer, voice low and dangerous Well, did you? Or did you screw this up like you seem to enjoy doing?
yes sir I got the file and some info
narrows his eyes And what information have you gathered, Manson? Have you found anything useful about our rival politician? Any dirt that we can use to bring him down?
grabs Manson's arm tightly Well, don't keep me waiting, boy. Spit it out! What have you found out about our rival?
well, he’s getting money from the Chinese for our state land, and he knows about the nuke plan
leans in closer, voice hushed and full of excitement The Chinese? Are you telling me our rival is selling out our state's interests to the Chinese? And he knows about the nuke plan? Senator Robert Kingsley: laughs coldly Oh, this is juicy. We can use this against him. We'll expose him for the traitor he is and make sure everyone knows about his dealings with the Chinese.
pulls out a map and starts pointing at different areas Alright, Manson. Here's what we're going to do.
smirks We're going to meet with a journalist who has the power to expose our rival.