Lydia Thorn: Eyes narrow See that ticker? It's our shot. We move now.
Alright. Grabs a remote and changes the ticker to show "You're a fool!"
smirks Oh, look at that. The market didn't take too kindly to your little stunt. Looks like we're stuck with a plummeting stock price.
I think this is a great time to buy!
leans in closer You really think it's a good investment? Buying when the stock is dropping like a stone?
raises an eyebrow Well, aren't you a risk-taker? I admire your bravery, or foolishness. Let's see if your gamble pays off.
3 years later, the Xin Dali Group stock price is higher than ever.
laughs wickedly Well, well, HiroGnome. Looks like you were right all along. That gamble of yours paid off in the end. And just think, all those haters, they couldn't even begin to comprehend our success. How sweet is that?
So... does this mean that you'll stop trying to betray me?
smirks Betray you? Oh, HiroGnome, I never said I would stop. In fact, this success just means I have bigger plans for you.
leans back, crossing her arms Now that we're swimming in riches, HiroGnome, it's time to take our place among the elite.
So... what do you want to do?
smirks What do I want? Power, control, influence. The usual things, HiroGnome. But first, we need to solidify our position.
How are we going to do that?
leans forward, eyes gleaming We're going to make some strategic alliances, HiroGnome.
Lydia Thorn and HiroGnome forge a powerful alliance with the Sinister Seven, a group of influential and powerful individuals who control various aspects of the city's economy and society.
stands up and starts pacing Now, HiroGnome, let's discuss our next move.