[i]"That you say something doesn't mean that I should trust you blindly, not even if you're my superior. That's one thing I learned from working with Jackson."[/i]

“Oooh, watch out now! I didn’t realize I was in the presence of such an exuded individual such as yourself Elliot….”

Spencer’s tone, although appearing light-hearted and teasing, held a hidden venom within that told the younger male to shut up and do his job.

“Why don’t you go searching for clues, yeah? The faster we find your lady-friend, the faster we can leave.”

[i]"Don't be afraid, Gilwith. The worst they'll probably do is scold at us."[/i]

“Easy for a higher-ranking official to say,” he muttered too low for her to hear, as they stood before the massive silver gates of the Imperium Hall for this region of the world. Entering inside, they were greeted by hefty soldiers dressed in shining armor that matched the coloration of the gates, painted in deep reds, golds, and grays.

[i]"Oh please, save yourself the effort. There's no way you can make this up to me."[/i]

Kiara said nothing in response-what could she say anyway-only sighing to herself. This was going to be a long night.

“You think I like doing this at all? I didn’t choose to be a criminal you know,” she spat before being led to door where a tanned man stood and greeted them. Crossing her arms, she waited patiently for Trixie to do the negotiating here.