Hear 'bout Ferguson's? Down the tubes! Time to expand or what?
The plot thickens, eh, Maddie? What's our next move?
Well, well, well, look who decided to grace us with their presence! grinning We need to strike while the iron's hot, Marsh.
That's why I'm here! Let's shake things up a notch!
slams her fist on the table We're going to corner the market on rare books! But we need to act fast before anyone else gets the jump on us.
Oh, I've got a cunning plan that'll blow your mind!
raises an eyebrow Oh, do tell, Marsh! What's this brilliant idea of yours?
whispers I want us to buy rare books from that rival store and burn them down...
grins mischievously Burn them down? Now that's a plan I can get behind! We'll make sure they regret ever stepping foot in this market.
They won't know what hit them.
claps hands together Alright, Marsh, let's set our sights on that rival store. But first, we need to gather some intel.
What's the first step then?
pulls out a notebook and pen First, we need to scope out their location and find out who their key buyers are.
You got it, Maddie. Let's start making our moves.
stands up abruptly Alright, Marsh, time to get our detective hats on! We'll start by surveilling their store.
dressed as a nerd, I walk into the store
nods approvingly Good job, Marsh! Now, while you're undercover, I'll dig up some information from their website and social media.
crosses arms Alright, Marsh, now that we have some insider information, it's time to strategize our next move.
leans in closer, speaking in a hushed tone Here's what we're gonna do, Marsh. We'll make a high offer on a rare book to the rival store.
That's risky. What if they don't bite?
smirks Don't worry, Marsh, I've got a trick up my sleeve. We'll use their own greed against them.
And how exactly are we gonna do that?
grinning devilishly We'll find out who their biggest buyer is and offer them an even higher price for the same rare book.
So we're playing dirty, huh? I like it!
narrows eyes We're not just playing dirty, Marsh, we're going for the jugular! snaps fingers Now, let's find out who this key buyer is.
grabs Marsh's arm Quick, Marsh! Get me the details of that buyer! I want names, addresses, the whole shebang!
grinning mischievously Perfect, Marsh! Now, it's time to put our plan into action. starts dialing a number on her phone Caller: Hello, this is Joe Smith. How can I help you? Madison Slate: Joe Smith, it's Madison Slate here. I have a proposition for you.
waves her hand dismissively Not now, Marsh! I need you to keep busy and distract our rival while I set the bait. grins cunningly
I walk into the store again with 2 bags full of books
As Madison distracts the rival bookstore owner, LuminousMarsh unknowingly walks into a trap set by a mysterious organization known as the "Shadow Syndicate."
pushes the glass door open with a loud bang Let go of Marsh, you bastards! storms towards the group of men in black suits Man in Black Suit: Stay out of this, Ms. Slate. This is none of your business. Madison Slate: narrows her eyes and scoffs None of my business?
pushes the man in black suit aside The hell it's not! lunges forward and punches the leader in the face Take that!
checks her surroundings, makes sure the coast is clear Marsh, you okay? Talk to me! dials a number on her phone Come on, pick up, dammit!
I call you from a safe place
slams her hand on the table Damn it, Marsh! Where the hell are you?! Don't just sit there, spill it!
I was able to escape, but I lost contact with you!
rolls her eyes Well, lucky you! Guess you're not as valuable to them as you are to me. snaps her fingers