Chapter 46: Sordid details

Zen pretended to give the matter some thought. "I suppose my demand to hear the full story could be viewed like that but I'm not trying to pressure you, I just want some transparency between us."

"Are you telling me that you will not help me unless I confide in certain matters that are very personal in nature and involve my own family?"

Zen raised his eyebrows.

This additional piece of information was news to him.

Definitely piqued his interest wasn't Lithe from the Vallance Continent how would his family have gotten mixed up with a criminal from Allerdyce.

Lithe continued hastily, "How unfair, I cannot believe that you would be so horrible, Mr. Starke!"

"Think what you want Lithe but this business is no joking matter. I certainly do not intend to gratify what may be just mere curiosity and thrill seeking."

Lithe turned and walked to the nearest window watching the rain as it poured outside.