Eli Frost: sighs heavily I n-need to find my family... Can you help me, p-please?
whispers nervously Thank you... It means a lot to me... looks around anxiously So, um, do you have any idea where they might be?
I’ll check their last known location
nods appreciatively Okay, thank you. I really appreciate your help. pauses for a moment, thinking Um, how did you find me?
I didn’t I just came to learn your history so if you need anything just ask me
raises an eyebrow You don't mind helping a ghost, do you?
grins Well, thank you. You're a real lifesaver. So, uh, mind if we start with some tea or coffee?
quickly heads to the kitchen Great! Let me put on some water. While I'm at it, do you have any idea what year it is?
exclaims excitedly 2021?! Wow, I can't believe it's been so long since I've seen anyone. starts boiling water Alright, while the water boils, let's talk about you. What's your name?
Nice to meet you, Mr. Castaneda. So, tell me a bit about yourself. What did you do for work before you ended up here?
well I am currently retired but I worked as a police officer and before that soldier
leans against the counter, intrigued A police officer and a soldier? That's quite a career you've had, Mr. Castaneda. Did you see a lot of action?
As Eli and Vargas continue their conversation, they uncover a dark secret about Vargas's past involving illegal activities and corruption within the police force. Eli Frost: stirs his tea, deep in thought Well, Mr. Castaneda, it sounds like you've led quite a dangerous life.
yes and now I’m living in the dangers of death if I go to the living I will be killed I have no idea who is trying to kill me but every day when I leave the house I have to have a gun with me
leans in closer, speaking softly Mr. Castaneda, I may be a ghost, but I can still offer you some advice. It seems like you're in quite a dangerous situation. Have you considered seeking help from the authorities?
if I go to the authorities they will kill me and then the killers will be free
nods understandingly I see. That's a tough spot to be in, Mr. Castaneda. But maybe there's another way.
pauses, deep in thought Well, Mr. Castaneda, one option could be to hire a private investigator.
leans forward, speaking quickly Absolutely, Mr. Castaneda! A private investigator can help you uncover the identity of your killers and bring them to justice.
smiles reassuringly Of course, Mr. Castaneda. I can definitely reach out to a trusted friend who's a private investigator.
I will pay whatever u want
grins Well, Mr. Castaneda, I'm glad to hear that you're willing to invest in getting justice. Don't worry, I'll make sure to connect you with the best PI in town. And don't worry about the cost - I'll make sure to keep the fees reasonable. Now, let me just make a quick call and get this investigation started.
dials a number on his phone Alright, Mr. Castaneda, I'm making the call right now.
speaks into the phone Hello, this is Eli Frost. I need your help. I have a friend who is in a very dangerous situation...
pauses, listening intently Uh-huh... Yeah, it's a real mess... Can you come over to my place and discuss the details?... Great, thanks... See you soon. hangs up the phone and turns to Vargas The PI will be here in an hour. We need to come up with a plan. Do you have any ideas on where to start?