After his greeting, Xerox waited for Rachel's response. [color=00a651][b]“A while indeed.”[/b][/color] She agreed with very calm and professional tone.[color=00a651][b]” Well I've been her in DC for my last mission, so instead I just got ordered to stay and await the next mission... I'm fine enough to be able to finish this mission without problems.”[/b][/color] Xerox felt relieved. [i]Seems like she doesn't know, good. Should be safe.[/i]  

In a relaxed state of mind, he continued the conversation, but the relief and relaxation were short-lived. [color=00a651][b] “Yeah I noticed Rue back at the place where I met your group out in the city.” [/b][/color]She stated, narrowing her eyes on Xerox.[color=00a651][b]” You know next time you try to escape with the secret of inventing a gender reversing machine, you might want to not drag Rue with you like that. It's kind of a dead give away who you are.”[/b][/color] She told him with voice that was clearly trying to lecture him.[color=00a651][b]” On that note, now I think I should be lecturing you about how to act as a girl now in order not to be easily discovered next time you decide to transform... It might just be of use for you future missions...” [/b][/color] His eyes started to show fear. Although Rachel did not really change her expression, after mentioning about lecturing him how to act like a girl, he felt like he saw a smile on her face. [i]I didn't stock up on some sweets. Why didn't I think of buying some earlier.[/i] 

Xerox gulped, [color=aqua]"Uh... why don't we ... ask the cook to make some cake or deserts?"[/color] he quickly tried to change the topic, or ... well ... indirectly bribe her with food. He prayed it would help, as Rue appeared, waving hello to Rachel.

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With Heloise looking over his shoulder, as he explained the details, Xerox turned to Heloise. [color=aqua]"Do you have any specifications you would like? I can make you a dagger to your needs. You will need to cast dispel through the blade and it should work as you need. Do you want a specific weight, length, handle type or anything?"[/color] he asked her, preparing to make a customized weapon for her, for this mission.