Combat Exam (5)

"Information is expensive, you know?"

Katarina's response took me by surprise, causing a slight twitch in my eye.

I could see a slight grin adorning her face, and her emerald eyes gleamed with a mischievous glint.

For a moment, I really didn't know how to respond.

However, this didn't last long as I soon came up with an idea.

I could use her...

A small grin appeared on my lips, but I quickly hid it behind a thoughtful expression.

"What kind of payment do you want? Money or... something else?"

I scratched my chin, feigning deep contemplation. In my mind though, I almost couldn't contain my excitement.

If Katarina were to choose 'something else' I could use her to kill the Boss monster of this Dungeon and gain an insane amount of points.

This would surely boost both of our standings in the Rankings...

"Money."

However, she managed to surprise me once again.