Chapter 62: Covert Ops Mission

"I need people I can trust," I said, sharing my thoughts.

I wanted to build a reliable information network, a web of intelligence I could use.

Phantom tilted his head slightly and responded, "That's a tough request, boss. In the underworld, loyalty comes with a price, and most would sell it to the highest bidder."

"Is there really no one who would stay true to their word? A professional bound by their contract?" I pressed.

"Can't say there is," he said with a shrug. "But if you're serious, talk to Lady Karina. She has the kind of connections you're looking for."

Lady Karina's personnel, then. It made sense. They'd be vetted thoroughly; trust was woven into their very recruitment.

"That's the situation," I explained to Karina.

"I've been drafting rejection letters for a host of suitors lately, so I suppose I can spare three for this," she replied, a mischievous smile playing on her lips.