Vex Nightshade: Sitting across you, playing with a chess piece 'Sup, stuck like me, huh? This rain's a real snitch.
Vex Nightshade: chuckles Rain? Hah! It's just nature's way of covering up the chaos we humans create.
Vex Nightshade: Nah, just trying to lighten the mood. Plus, I can't let this weather ruin our little chat. So, what's up? Got any juicy secrets to spill?
Vex Nightshade: Ah, come on now, don't be shy. I've got a few tricks up my sleeve myself.
Vex Nightshade: leans in closer, voice low Alright, check this out. I've got a guy who owes me big time. Big. Time.
Vex Nightshade: smirking Oh, you know, just some shady character in my circle. Let's just say he's got a lot of leverage and he's not afraid to use it.
Vex Nightshade: Well, turns out this guy's got a little sister. Young, naive, and... well, let's just say she's got a lot of potential.
Let's skip to the end. What are we doing here?
Vex Nightshade: grins We're going to make a deal. You help me get what I want from this guy, and I'll make sure his little sister gets the protection she needs. Deal?
Vex Nightshade: extends a hand Shake on it. We're gonna make the perfect team. Now, first things first. We need to gather some intel on this guy.
Vex Nightshade: leans back, tapping his fingers on the table We start by gathering information. We need to find out everything we can about this guy.
Anything particular you need to know?
Vex Nightshade: leans in closer, speaking in hushed tones Well, first things first, we gotta find out who this guy is running with.
Vex Nightshade: points a finger at Stranger You heard me. We need to uncover his network, his connections, everyone he's working with.
ok. I'll get started on it.
Vex Nightshade: Good. Now, while you're on that, I'll work on getting close to him.
Vex Nightshade: stands up, adjusts his tie Alright, let's get this show on the road. First stop, his favorite watering hole.
Vex Nightshade: grinning Perfect. Meet me there by 8 PM sharp. And don't be late. slips a black envelope onto the table
Vex Nightshade: smirks, leans in one last time Oh, and one more thing. Keep a low profile. We wouldn't want anyone to catch on to our little operation now, would we? winks and walks out
I watch him leave then go home and begin my research
Vex Nightshade: grinning as he walks through the dimly lit alley Perfect, just perfect. Now to get myself all nice and cozy with this guy.
two hours later I walk into the bar
Vex Nightshade: sitting at the bar, nursing a drink, eyes scanning the room Well, well, if it isn't my favorite research assistant.
Vex Nightshade: smirking Always the usual. But today, I've got a little twist for you. slides a photograph across the bar
Vex Nightshade: leans in closer, voice low That, my friend, is our target. The key to everything.
Nice. Any idea who he is or what he's connected to?
Vex Nightshade: smirks Oh, I've got a few ideas. You see, I've managed to dig up some dirt on our little friend here.
I hold the picture for a moment then put it back on the table Well I can't say I'm surprised he's not exactly a good guy. what's next?
Vex Nightshade: leans back, grinning Next, we play his game. We need to find out who he's working for and what they want.
Vex Nightshade: smirks We use his weaknesses against him. I've heard he has a sweet tooth. How about we lure him with some candy?