[h3] Techster - Lutwidge Manor - Interior Library [/h3]
[@TheHangedMan]
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Biting into a cookie, Techster listened intently. Given the concealed threat, he didn't even quirk an eyebrow.

"Well, actually, blackmail is pathetic. Funding is useless when I help develope tech for the City and given my parents unique position in the City. Which I'm afraid I can't go into details on those two subjects for confidentiality reasons," he said with a shrug. "Howie or Techster is preferred," he added as an afterthought. "Part of being a hero is helping people."

He gently laid a circular device on the table, which promptly glowed a deep blue and red.
"See, I want to help you. Maybe make a friend. Or just help. Whatever happens. I'll settle for helping, because you honestly need it. I've given you the means to end your legal battle. I can give you access to more information like that. Beyond that, I'm willing to help cover your tracks. Because I doubt I'm the only one capable of finding out, and everything points towards you being a Hero inside. So why not help, I figure?"

Techster tapped the device. "This detects life. It's showing you and I as alive. The... Maid... Behind me is not by accepted standards. I want to help you cover your history, and help ensure your creations maintain credibility. Of course, I suppose I could be hurting my case laying it all out like that. But I've got nothing to hide here."