Valentina: Welcome to my nest! Ready to lose at chess and maybe... lose something else?
I am not here to play chess. looking around I'm not even sure what I'm doing here.
Well, Lee, if you're not here to play chess, then I suppose we can play a different game. smirks
He walks over to a small table and picks up a photo Who is that? And why is she here?
Oh, that's just a little memento from my past. No one important. But enough about me, let's talk about us. Or should I say, you and me?
His voice rises Why am I here, Valentina? What do you want from me?
leans back in her chair, crossing her legs Oh, Lee, don't be such a fool. You know exactly why you're here.
leans forward, eyes gleaming Because, my dear Lee, I need your help. And in return, I can offer you something... special.
Special? You think I'm some kind of prostitute?
laughs Oh, no, no, my dear. You misunderstand. I don't need you to be a prostitute for me. No, no.
His face flushes with anger Then what the hell do you want from me?
stands up, pacing around the room I need your loyalty, Lee. Your unwavering loyalty.
That's a tall order, Valentina. Loyalty means everything to me. I don't just give it to anyone.
pauses, stopping in front of Lee I understand that loyalty is a rare commodity these days, Lee. But I promise you, if you give it to me, I will protect you.
leans in close, whispering From those who would seek to destroy us, Lee. There are forces at play that we cannot control.
Destroy us? Is there something you're not telling me?
smirks, taking a step back Oh, my dear Lee, trust me when I say there are things you don't yet know.
He looks into her eyes, searching for answers You're being awfully cryptic tonight, Valentina. Care to elaborate?
raises an eyebrow Ah, Lee, you truly are a curious one. But some secrets are not meant to be whispered.