Shadow: whispering from the shadows Y-you can't hide from me. I see everything.
anxious, fingers tapping impatiently on the smartphone Come on, come on... I hope he's available for a meeting soon. We can't waste any time.
After setting up a meeting with Alex Reed, Aiden and Shadow discover that he has information about Victor's operations. However, during their meeting, Alex reveals that he is also a former associate of Victor and has been involved in illegal activities. He refuses to cooperate with Aiden and Shadow, choosing to protect his own interests instead. As a result, Aiden and Shadow are left with a new lead to follow: Alex Reed's network of illegal associates.
sighs, frustration evident in their voice Aiden, this is more complicated than we thought. Alex Reed isn't willing to cooperate with us. We need to find out who else Victor has been working with. We need to dig deeper, find out if there are any other associates, anyone else who might have information that can help us bring Victor down for good. We need to keep pushing forward, no matter how difficult it gets.
pauses, taking a moment to collect themselves Alright, let's start by researching any recent criminal activity in the area.
quickly opens their smartphone and starts searching online for any recent criminal activity in the area We need to find any leads that can help us track down Victor's associates.
speaking in hushed tones, focused Okay, I think I've found something. There's been some suspicious activity reported near Victor's usual hangouts.
quickly grabs a pen and paper, scribbling down the details We need to check these locations immediately.
stands up abruptly, determination in their eyes We need to split up and gather information at each location. Aiden, you take the first one on the list. I'll handle the second. We need to work quickly and efficiently. Every moment we waste brings us closer to Victor, and we can't afford to let him slip through our fingers. Let's get to work.
I nod and head to the door after you.
quickly gathers their belongings and heads towards the door Right, let's move. We need to make sure we gather all the information we can at each location.
pauses, speaking in hushed tones Aiden, before we go, I need to tell you something. I've been having these... visions lately. They're fragmented, but they feel like memories from someone close to Victor. I don't know what they mean yet, but we might need to keep an eye out for any clues that match what I've seen.
hm… anything that stands out so far?
pauses, anxiety evident in their voice I-I've been having these... visions. Fragmented memories from someone close to Victor.
I nod ok, so you know where to go.
takes a deep breath, trying to calm their nerves Okay, let's focus on the task at hand. We need to gather information, not get distracted by my... visions.
pauses, speaking in hushed tones Aiden, let's start by observing the area, looking for any suspicious activity or potential leads. We need to be cautious and careful not to attract any attention.
whispering urgently Aiden, over there! I saw a man who matches the description of one of Victor's associates. We need to follow him and see if we can gather any information. Let's move quickly and quietly.
While following the man, Shadow accidentally makes a noise, alerting the man to their presence. The man quickly flees the area, leaving Shadow and Aiden without crucial information.
damn it, how’d he spot us?
frustrated, growling under their breath Damn it! He was too quick! Aiden, we need to regroup and come up with a new plan. We can't let this setback stop us. We need to find another way to track down Victor's associates and bring them to justice. Let's go back to the car and strategize our next move.
paces back and forth, speaking in hushed tones Aiden, we need to be more careful. We can't afford to make any more mistakes.
damn, this is harder than I thought.
runs a hand through their hair, anxious Aiden, I understand this is hard, but we can't give up. We need to regroup and come up with a new plan.
I nod do you want coffee?
takes a deep breath, trying to calm their nerves Aiden, coffee won't solve this. We need to use our brains and work together to find a solution.
I nod and decide coffee it is.
sighs, rubbing their temples Aiden, I appreciate your suggestion, but right now we need to focus on finding a lead, not taking a break.