Stuttrboy
Apr 4 2017, 06:36 AM
#46
Well Avila is their transportation company so we can keep tabs on what's coming in . Grainger is just storage and they have to bring in reinforcements sometimes. I don't think it's such a long shot that they are conspiring do you?
Imladir
Apr 4 2017, 06:40 AM
[Cynthia Rawson - 10:53, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #702
"Of course they are." She shrugs "They're the ones transporting everything to the GB. But I highly doubt the local branch knows anything, they're too sloppy for that. Even their drivers are switched in the construction site and don't see anything of note. Hell, even I could go and steal one of their trucks in their converted bus barn. And every transport they do is only in Seattle itself, the local office doesn't know anything about anything else." She shakes her head "No, there are much better places to look for more info than Avila, Franklin Construction for one, Probus & Sons possibly. As far as businesses are concerned. Locally anyway. Abroad..." She smiles lightly, then shrugs "Maybe I'm wrong and you'll find something. If the one you send is a woman, just make sure she knows she can expect some groping from the local manager." She glances at Tanya, then turns back to Spokane "If she's comfortable with stuff like that, it'll probably be the best way to learn more from him."
Mercy
Apr 5 2017, 04:52 AM
Thursday June 13th, 2075 1054- Sophie's Cajun Town Seattle
Jeanette nods and leaves after taking Steve's and Tanya's orders. Tanya smiles at Spokane. "Nice of you to notice, thank you. I got some badly needed sleep. As for what I am doing today, well that depends on you, I suppose. Cynthia, I would not be too hasty to discount what might be found at Avila. Certainly their matrix security might be lousy, but it is possible that a real person might let something slip. Tonight, I am attending a gala fundraiser where I am expected to drop a lot of money for a good cause. Evening gowns and tuxes are the dress code, but I would be happy to sponsor any of you that would like to attend with me. I can even recommend a good place to rent the gown and tux if you need that. And, Cynthia, I can am a pretty dab hand at forging a good SIN, or I can give you a name of a guy I know that does that for a living."
Mercy
Apr 5 2017, 04:58 AM
Thursday June 13th, 2075 1054- Sophie's Cajun Town Seattle
Steve interjects. "She is a big girl and far more experienced in that sort of thing than her sister thinks, I'd wager. We will pass on your warning, though, so thanks. Did you say Probus and Sons? The architects? I know the younger son. Comes across as a nice guy but at heart is a real bastard.....at least where women are concerned. Very much the love 'em and leave 'em type, with emphasis on the leaving. Still, he was pretty decent to me before his parents stepped in. I got paid paid off and was given the bum's rush to get me away from his money. Both of them are just as much bastards as he is. Older son was nicer, but way out of my league and did not slum with us lower classes."
Imladir
Apr 5 2017, 05:10 AM
[Cynthia Rawson - 10:54, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #703
"Oh I don't discount "real persons" in general. But given the man, it would be foolish from the baddies to tell him anything at all. Hell, in their position, I would feed him false information..." she snorts derisively, then after a second adds "But like I said, no skin of my nose..."
After a small pause, she continues "I already have my invitations for tonight's gala. With an undetermined +1." Or at least she does...if Emmet didn't disappoint... She glances at Sandy, then continues "In the afternoon I have plenty of things to do, including some shopping." she grimaces in distate, but continues without pausing "I was considering paying a visit to the unofficial architect of the GB." she rubs her chin, then adds pensively "Even if we do have the plans now... Maybe it can still be useful. He might not know too much of anything else, but maybe what he does know about the building could be interesting. More importantly though, he must be in communication with someone fairly high ranked. Maybe we can find stuff about that." she frowns "The main question becomes how do we want to proceed. If we interrogate him, the others will know. And if he disappears, it will be quite suspicious, especially considering yesterday's events..."
She pauses for a minute then backtracks "Would a new SIN be available for tonight? I can easily change the name on my invitation, the gala's Host security is not state of the art stuff... And for the dress, I already know where I'll find one." She doesn't seem too pleased about that idea though.
When Steve adds her point, she cocks an eyebrow in surprise as she answers "Yes Probus & Sons, they're the ones who are supposed to be designing the plans. But I don't think they're really involved in this. Not willingly anyway. The baddies insisted rather forcefully on having someone from the outside hired and promoted - the guy I was talking about. Maybe they would agree to help to get out from this, but..." she shrugs "There was blackmail involved." she frowns, then adds "One of their sons, Andrew, is looking for a girl for a three some with his current girlfriend."
Stuttrboy
Apr 6 2017, 04:33 AM
#47
Spokane snorts. This guy goes around posting on forums boards cruising for a threesome or is he looking into the more discreet methods of getting that done? Shit next these guys will be kicking dogs.
Imladir
Apr 6 2017, 04:36 AM
[Cynthia Rawson - 10:54, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #704Cynthia shakes her head
"Oh, no, that's just stuff I found on his 'link. His girlfriend wasn't really filled with enthusiasm at the idea." She shrugs
"She wasn't completely against it though, as long as the other girl had the right qualities. Mainly that she was discreet... The girlfriend doesn't want her parents to find out, go figure."~~~~~~ OOC ~~~~~~
And I now buy back the "Social Stress" quality, great day \o/
I won't have any more excuse to bite other's nose though, that's sad
Mercy
Apr 6 2017, 04:48 AM
Thursday June 13th, 2075 1055- Sophie's Cajun Town Seattle
Steve looks around the table and shrugs. "Four of us here so any volunteers? Let me be the first to say I don't think is for me. I sort of need to know and like the people I sleep with."
Monique gives her head a slight shake and Tanya looks thoughtful. "What would we maybe gain from such an encounter? Access to the family, perhaps? Some information about the blackmail or the people that are behind it?"
Jeanette comes back to the table with the coffees and passes them out quite correctly. The aroma from yours is simply amazing. "I will be out with the food as soon as it is ready. Is there anything I can get anyone?"
Imladir
Apr 6 2017, 04:58 AM
[Cynthia Rawson - 10:55, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #705
Cynthia opens her mouth to answer Tanya, but is interrupted by Jeanette. She shakes her head "Nope, thank you. Or...maybe something to nibble, to wait? Maybe some bread? Don't tell your mom though, I bet she wouldn't approve..."
Once Jeanette has left, she turns back to the others and answers Steve "As far as I'm concerned, no thank you. I...er...don't." she blushes lightly at the idea, but continues, answering Monique now "I already know what the blackmail is about - money, and they got the projects they're working on thanks to the blackmailer - and who is responsible: the same man who is conducting the projects I was talking about yesterday in the warehouse. So ultimately, Sampson of course."
She seems to consider the question for a moment, then shrugs "Again, they may know more than that, but would it be worth it?" After a small pause, she adds "The girlfriend's family - the Woods - seem possibly more interesting, but that's what tonight is about so..." with some hope, she says "Note that I wouldn't be irritated if I didn't have to go to that gala..."
Stuttrboy
Apr 6 2017, 02:02 PM
#48
If you don't want to go to the gala then just don't go. It sounds like the sexual encounter would be pointless since Cynthia already has the intel. Blackmail material on the girlfriend could be useful but is she associated with Sampson?
Imladir
Apr 6 2017, 06:49 PM
[Cynthia Rawson - 10:55, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #706
Cynthia shakes her head "I want information more than I want to avoid that gala." she glances at Sandy for a moment, then at the ceiling, after a few seconds, she adds lowly "And I suppose it's kind of a demon of mine, one I have to slay..."
Looking back at the people around the table, she adds "Katherine - that's the girlfriend - is not linked to Sampson as far as I know. Her parents though are pretty shady and linked to the governor among other things. They may not be linked to Sampson, but... They'll be at the gala this evening, which is why I'm going. Once I have looked at everything they have in their 'links, hopefully we'll know more. Or possibly nothing new of course. Or nothing relevant to what we're doing."
Unaware of it, She spends some time rubbing her nose, lips and chin, as if she were trying to get used to her new body. After a couple of seconds, she adds "That reminds me, I'd like to get in the vicinity of two of the Yakuza lieutenants if we have the time. I have some gifts for them." she grimaces "But I don't know if we'll have the time before the gala. And it's not that important I suppose..."
Mercy
Apr 7 2017, 02:26 PM
Thursday June 13th, 2075 1055- Sophie's Cajun Town Seattle
Sandy tentatively reaches out a hand to touch Cynthia's. "Would I do for your plus one? I could also try to make the third if you want me to and if you think it would be useful."
Imladir
Apr 7 2017, 02:37 PM
[Cynthia Rawson - 10:55, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #707
Cynthia blinks in surprise, then nods "Sure, you can be the plus one. It will probably be boring though... Well unless I get caught when I look into the 'links I'm interested in of course. Otherwise, it'll probably be old people, bimbos, etc. I doubt there'll be many people our age." she looks at Sandy in more details "Oh and you'd have to wear a dress." she cocks an eyebrow, as if she were challenging Sandy to retract her offer. With a frown, she adds "We'd probably need two fake SINs then, one for you and one for me."
Stuttrboy
Apr 7 2017, 03:53 PM
#49
I approve of fighting personal demons. They are high priority targets. You don't know me very well I know but if you would be comfortable with me going I could be your plus one as well. Plus I can draw attention away from you with my typical bufoonery, letting you more easily deal with both your goals.
Imladir
Apr 7 2017, 09:38 PM
[Cynthia Rawson - 10:55, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #708
Cynthia looks at Sandy, then back at Spokane "Could work, but I can also get you your invitation with your own +1. I checked their Host yesterday and it should he pretty easy to do." She pauses, then adds "I didn't do it that way for me since I wanted to be able to say I got my invitation fair and square, but if the goal is to draw attention to you..."
Stuttrboy
Apr 10 2017, 12:13 AM
If you'd prefer to do that then it's fine. I wasn't looking to cause that much of a scene just enough to make things easier on you, not really enough to get tossed out of the shindig or anything.
Imladir
Apr 10 2017, 01:42 AM
[Cynthia Rawson - 10:55, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #709
"Oh the invitation will appear genuine. It's just that there won't be much background behind it. And since I have no idea how one normally gets invited to stuff like that..." she shrugs "For some reason, I've never been able to lie convincingly, but maybe you'll be able to if someone wonders how you got yours. In any case, there won't be any red flag that will get you tossed as soon as you try to get in. But no one will have seen you in those things, so they'll probably be intrigued. The later will be true for me too note, but it's probably easier to explain at seventeen than at...er...however old you are."
Mercy
Apr 10 2017, 03:18 PM
Thursday June 13th, 2075 1057- Sophie's Cajun Town Seattle
Steve looks over at you and nods. "It would be very nice if you could get him an invite +1. I think I have an evening dress somewhere that might still fit. Only wore it once when I got invited to a friend's wedding, but it should work. Might not be the latest style, but hey."
Imladir
Apr 10 2017, 03:37 PM
[Cynthia Rawson - 10:57, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #710"Sure." She looks in the direction of the kitchen, then shrugs
"I'll do that now. Better do it earlier rather than later now. And that way I won't feel the pit in my stomach..."Cynthia sets herself comfortably on the table and goes into VR. There, she experiences a small surprise: her persona seems much stronger. She spends a second or two enjoying this new sensation, then gets to work. She already checked the Host the day before - hell, she was even
in the Host - so now it's just a matter of adding a new invitation. And possibly changing the name on her own. At that point, she stops, and sends a message
>>Tanya, Spokane [Cynthia]: Which reminds me... Which names should I put? Can I choose the one on my next SIN or will I have to do that later?<<~~~~~~ OOC ~~~~~~
Hack on the fly (+2VR):
19d6t5 6, right on the limit
Matrix Perception (+2 VR, +2 TM, -2 Silent):
15d6t5 6, on the limit again, to find the file I want
Editor [5] (Threading, Fade):
13d6t5 2 13d6t5 4, probably failed but no Fade so ok
Editor [5] (Threading, Fade):
13d6t5 3 13d6t5 5, I don't know, depends on the defence roll (DR+DP), but no Fade so alright too
Editor [5] (Threading, Fade):
13d6t5 5 13d6t5 5, that one should be good to get both changes made.
Stuttrboy
Apr 11 2017, 12:04 AM
#50
I don't think I could pull off an evening dress nor was that really the kind of distraction I was thinking about. Spokane says monotonously.
Mercy
Apr 11 2017, 01:57 PM
Thursday June 13th, 2075 1057- Sophie's Cajun Town Seattle
Steve elbows Spokane. "Come on; I think you would look good in an evening gown and I am sure that we could find something to fit you. Seriously, I think you would look great in a tux and they are easy enough to rent."
>>Cynthia, Spokane [Tanya]: Why not use the name you will be using on your new SIN?<<
Imladir
Apr 11 2017, 02:00 PM
[Cynthia Rawson - 10:57, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #711
>>Tanya, Spokane [Cynthia]: Oh, you can choose? I thought you had to do with whatever was available.<< After a small pause, she adds >>Tanya, Spokane [Cynthia]: Alright, I'll think about that. What about you Spokane?<<
Once she has the answer, Cynthia makes the change, removes her tracks and exits the Host, hoping her breakfast/brunch/lunch... Her food... has been served.
Mercy
Apr 13 2017, 04:35 AM
Thursday June 13th, 2075 1057- Sophie's Cajun Town Seattle
Tanya follows your glance and chuckles. "It has only been a couple of minutes since Jeanette took your order. The food will be out soon. So, what sort of physiological changes have you noticed so far? Hungrier........thirstier.........anything like that?"
Imladir
Apr 13 2017, 11:29 AM
[Cynthia Rawson - 10:57, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #712
Cynthia grumbles, then sighs. After a couple of seconds, she cocks an eyebrow "You mean besides the dandelion craving?" She snorts, then shrugs "Right now, I'm really, really hungry." She pauses, thinking about that before saying "Might be because this...this..." she grimaces, not really knowing how to qualify the change "It...took a lot of energy. As for the rest, I only took a shower and that's all so there's not much to say. Though I didn't notice I hadn't switched the lights on for a while so there's that. Oh and my legs are baby smooth. Maybe I'll be lucky and won't have to shave anymore..."
She stays silent for a moment, then grimaces "I suppose I'll have to go see a doctor to check everything, and to tell me if there is some stuff I should pay attention to."
Mercy
Apr 14 2017, 03:10 AM
Thursday June 13th, 2075 1057- Sophie's Cajun Town Seattle
Sandy smiles. "Do you really want to eat dandelions? I thought that was just a saying?"
Tanya chuckles. "I happen to know a very good street doc who might be able to give you a look over. His name is Hank and I have spent some time working for him. Interested?"
Imladir
Apr 14 2017, 08:00 AM
[Cynthia Rawson - 10:57, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #713
Looking at Sandy, Cynthia smirks "Maybe I shouldn't answer this question. After all, us elves have to protect our secrets from the human majority." after a couple of seconds though, she grimaces, realising how true it could be in some circumstances. She shakes her head "But no, I don't want dandelions... There's nothing to eat in that..."
Turning to Tanya, she seems to hesitate "I...guess? I'd prefer if it were a woman to be honest but I suppose I'll survive..." she blushes lightly at that, not something she does often, if at all.
Mercy
Apr 14 2017, 02:20 PM
Thursday June 13th, 2075 1057- Sophie's Cajun Town Seattle
Tanya grimaces. "Sorry about that. I do know a nice doctor that has a clinic. I can see if she has an opening."
Imladir
Apr 14 2017, 02:40 PM
[Cynthia Rawson - 10:57, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #714With a smile, Cynthia nods in thanks
"Thanks. In general I don't really mind if it's a man or a woman. They're supposed to be doctors first right? But in this case..." She shrugs.
After a couple of seconds, she asks
"So, in addition to my purchases for clothes in general and a dress for the evening, a meeting at 15:00 for more...specialised...clothes... a doctor appointment and a trip to the university, is there something specific on the menu? There's the architect to look for, the Yakusa lieutenant... Maybe we could go see the place where the mercenaries were holed up?" she grimaces and adds
"Oh and I'll have to go fix my SIN too... That'll make for a busy afternoon..."~~~~~~ OOC ~~~~~~
Name on the invitation for the gala is Florence Wells (and it will be the name on Cynthia's new fake SIN).
Mercy
Apr 20 2017, 02:51 AM
Thursday June 13th, 2075 1110- Sophie's Cajun Town Seattle
Tanya laughs and holds up a hand. "Whoa, that is a full menu. Unless you can do some of that on the matrix, I doubt that you will have time to do it all today. Take it one bite at a time and see where you end up." She looks over at the door leading to the kitchen and sees Jeanette coming towards the table, balancing several plates a tray. "Ahhh. Here comes the food."
Jeanette puts the tray on the next table and begins passing plates around. Despite having taken no notes on paper, she gets all of the orders correct. She asks if anyone would like a coffee refill or anything else.
Imladir
Apr 20 2017, 12:27 PM
[Cynthia Rawson - 11:10, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #715
"Hum, I might be able to do the Unversity stuff online, but that's probably all." she grumbles "Buying clothes is generally not a problem, but since... Well..." she waves her hand in her own direction "I'll have to try stuff to find what fits..." she pauses, thoughtful, then adds "Maybe I'll be able to do the SIN modification partly online, but I doubt it'll let me do that completely." she grimaces, then shrugs "I suppose I could do that tomorrow, but with the clinic appointment in the morning, it's probably best if it's done today."
When Jeanette arrives with the trays, she seems hypnotized and doesn't let her out of her sight, following each of her movements. Absent-mindedly, she finishes "We'll see." Once served, she starts to eat straight away. After a couple of minutes, once the worst of her hunger has been taken care off, she looks at her plate, as if she didn't really recognise what was in it. Then, in a surprised tone, where it's not clear if it's a bad or a good surprise, she says "It tastes different than it did yesterday... I'll have to learn anew what I like and dislike..."
Mercy
Apr 22 2017, 05:01 PM
Thursday June 13th, 2075 1115- Sophie's Cajun Town Seattle
Sandy has been watching you and now speaks in a quiet tone, "I suppose that lots of your likes and dislikes will be changing."
Tanya digs into her own breakfast with gusto as she watches you as well. "Let me know if there is anything I can do to help."
Imladir
Apr 22 2017, 05:10 PM
[Cynthia Rawson - 11:15, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #716
Cynthia nods. After a second, she adds "Could be interesting I suppose. As long as I like more stuff than I dislike anyway... Could also he bothersome if I end up with an allergy to soy or stuff like that." While the last part was said mostly as a joke, she frowns. In a thoughtful tone, she says "I hope I won't..."
Shaking her head, she answers Tanya "I will." She then eats silently for a minute, before saying "Oh by the way, I've got the analysis of the differences between the two sets of plans for the GB ready. Here." Cynthia shares the work done by Sherlock in the evening with Sandy, Spokane and Tanya, and looks at the differences and what they mean too.
Stuttrboy
Apr 22 2017, 09:29 PM
#51
If you need an alias mine is Charles Dewey. It should hold up against cursory scrutiny but maybe not much more.
Imladir
Apr 23 2017, 04:15 AM
[Cynthia Rawson - 11:15, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #717
Cynthia nods "Done. I could change that just before the opening if you want better, but the later I do it, the more suspicions it could raise."
Mercy
Apr 23 2017, 04:29 AM
Thursday June 13th, 2075 1120- Sophie's Cajun Town Seattle
Tanya looks at what you have provided and states what is glaringly obvious. "These are not even remotely the same building. Cynthia, you were down in the hole; which set of plans are they following?"
The official plans are so far from the reality of what is being built that it does indeed seem to be an entirely different building. The set of plans for the ongoing construction has several lower levels, each containing rooms that look like living areas and common space for kitchens and storage. There is an education level with sections marked off for elementary, high school and even university levels of instruction. There are several lower levels with vast warehouse space and some for cold storage. Even farther down are cisterns that could hold millions of gallons of water.
Imladir
Apr 23 2017, 04:38 AM
[Cynthia Rawson - 11:20, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #718"To be precise, I recorded the sensor stream from some of the trucks that went inside. It's pretty hard to tell since all that was visible were tunnels, but it's definitely not the official one." Opening the recordings of said stream, she tries to create some sort of 3D model that she tries to superimpose on the plans, to see how it can fit.
After a pause, head cocked to the side, she grumbles
"If a large group wanted to prepare for the Apocalypse, they wouldn't proceed differently... If this is really what they plan, they won't finish any time soon. So the good news is that we should have plenty of time. Unless the lower levels are much closer to be ready than what I saw."She frowns, trying to estimate the amount of funding to create something like that, especially clandestinely, as well as what could reasonably come from a structure like Sampson and all the corporations it owns without crippling any of them in the short term.
~~~~~~ OOC ~~~~~~
Software:
13d6t5 3, for the 3D model of the stream
Economics:
7d6t5 3, I don't need hard values, it's probably impossible to estimate. I'm more interested in estimating what it would amount too relative to what Sampson can reasonably put on the table, and/or if there must be some other sources of revenue to allow that.
Mercy
Apr 23 2017, 04:24 PM
Thursday June 13th, 2075 1121- Sophie's Cajun Town Seattle
Tanya smiles at you. "Apocalypse? Yes, perhaps that is precisely what they are preparing for. I think we still need a bit more information, though. I wonder if we can actually get into the hole to look around." She looks at those gathered at the table. "Any ideas?"
@Cynthia: Your estimate is that it would take lots of additional funding from Sampson to get this done, even if they were wiling to bankrupt all of their companies.
Imladir
Apr 23 2017, 05:40 PM
[Cynthia Rawson - 11:21, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #719
Cynthia answers absent-mindedly "Security on site is pretty tight. However, there are a lot of trucks from Avila going in, and their security is dreadful, so I think our best bet would be to board one of the trucks or something. Though I don't know how they handle things once inside."
After a pause, appearing much more focused "Look." She sends a bunch of documents with plenty of numbers "I'll start by saying that I'm not an economy expert, particularly since I've only paid attention to stuff like that for a few days but..." She points at two documents "Alright, file A is an estimation of the cost to build this complex, taking into account secrecy and so on. File B is an estimation of what Sampson can put on the table, even if they were willing to bankrupt all their companies." She pauses slightly, giving time to the others to digest the numbers. A far too short time, used as she is to parse stuff like that in seconds "Again, it's only estimations, but... As you can see, there is no way Sampson can afford that by itself. There must be something else footing the bill. Our best bets are Renraku and the Yakuza I suppose, it would be really interesting to explore things through that angle..."
Mercy
Apr 24 2017, 03:05 PM
Thursday June 13th, 2075 1121- Sophie's Cajun Town Seattle
Tanya nods. "We might be able to think of a way to get past security. Perhaps we can use a drone by deactivating it and having it come up on its own after a set time." She turns to look at the two riggers. "Would that be possible."
Sandy and Steve both nod then look at each other and chuckle. Steve says, "It is possible. It would take some good programming, but sure, we could probably do that. The drone would be semi autonomous, but it can be programmed to return to wherever it is let off and return. Might take a few tries off-site to get some practice in."
Tanya nods again then looks back at Cynthia and Spokane. "Good work on the financial data and estimate, Cynthia. Do either of you two know anyone that you can trust to look deeper into this aspect? Or one of you, perhaps?"
Imladir
Apr 24 2017, 05:47 PM
[Cynthia Rawson - 11:21, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #720
Cynthia shakes her head "No idea, no. Though I suppose the suitcase you were supposed to receive has some information regarding that stuff. Otherwise, I don't know anyone in Renraku. In the Yakuza's case, it's probably even more complex given the nature of their organisation." she grimaces in distaste, but doesn't stop "From what I learned yesterday, there's someone responsible for a bunch of Sampson's projects, including the GB. We know for example that he is blackmailing Probus. Identifying him would certainly help regarding the finances and inner workings of all that, but..." she shrugs "I don't see a way to do that at the moment. Even if Probus were willing to help, they don't know either."
She pauses for a couple of seconds, pensive, the adds "So all in all, on that side of things, our best bet would be to get back the suitcase. Failing that, we'd have to look at Renraku. Investigating an AAA is easier said than done though, and by a fair margin, even at the best of times. So for stuff that people inside Renraku are trying to hide from even their own colleagues... Without any starting point it'd be pretty much impossible."
Mercy
Apr 26 2017, 04:20 AM
Thursday June 13th, 2075 1122- Sophie's Cajun Town Seattle
Tanya looks at you. "Yes, the case. We know who has the codes to whatever is inside it, but those mercenaries took the case. I suppose that they have passed it on already, but is there a chance they left it at their house?"
Imladir
Apr 26 2017, 04:27 AM
[Cynthia Rawson - 11:21, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #721
Cynthia shrugs "There aren't many ways to know. They may have given it up or moved away, but we won't know that before we go see there. Plus, even if they moved elsewhere, they might have forgotten something. This hideout was carefully chosen, but the next one might have been less thought out beforehand. Though for that, even if we might not need a forensics expert, it wouldn't hurt to have someone who knows the basics about stuff like that. At least if the mercenaries left already since otherwise...well, it's another problem entirely."
Stuttrboy
Apr 27 2017, 01:48 AM
I could sneak inside with a little magical help. I asked Dog to do some magical recon but I didn't think to ask him about specifics in case I go back in, to see if I have to worry about anything like that. I can give him a call and check on that.
@LaughingDog: Hey man I have some questions about the magic stuff from that thing last night. How did it scan?
Mercy
Apr 27 2017, 03:55 AM
Thursday June 13th, 2075 1123- Sophie's Cajun Town Seattle
Tanya looks at Spokane. "Are you planning on going back into that warehouse? What do you expect to find?"
>>Spokane [Laughing Dog]: That place is clean of auras, Spokane. I got no hits on it at all.<<
Stuttrboy
Apr 27 2017, 04:29 AM
#53
Weren't You and Cynthia discussing where they might have the case? If it's there I can check. Dog says there was not magic security so an invisibility and me sneaking through I should be able to find out whether or not it's there. Cynthia could hitch a ride on my cyber eyes or comlink...maybe. Not quite sure how that stuff works entirely. In case there's any security I can't bypass.
Imladir
Apr 27 2017, 05:35 AM
[Cynthia Rawson - 11:21, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #722
Cynthia shakes her head "No, we were talking about the place where the mercenaries were based not the warehouse we saw yesterday." After a small pause, she adds "Of course it's possible it's in that warehouse, but if it is, it'll be in the inner building. Though if the mercenaries don't have the case anymore, it could very well be on the GB site. Their security is probably better there, and a case won't draw attention like some of their projects might. If you want to go check the inner building, you have my blessing, I'd really like to know what's inside, but...well...if we didn't go yesterday I don't see a good reason to go today when nothing changed."
For a moment, she then eats in silence, then says "Anyway, I suppose I'll start by this dress and clothes shopping." she grimaces slightly but continues without pausing "Unless someone has anything better to propose before the gala this evening? I think it would be a really good idea to check the place the mercenaries were living in, but I'm not really needed for that. Nor Sandy, at least to start."
Mercy
Apr 29 2017, 02:19 AM
Thursday June 13th, 2075 1124- Sophie's Cajun Town Seattle
Tanya nods, "Sounds like a plan, then. Spokane and Steve and Laughing dog can look at the place the mercenaries came from. Cynthia, do you have that information to give them? Meanwhile Cynthia gets some clothes and does a few other errands. I will be getting some errands done as well. Spokane, you and Steve will need formal wear for this party tonight. Do you have something to wear or do you need help?"
Steve looks a bit out of sorts and shakes her head. "Afraid I don't have anything like that in my closet and I was going to spend the money from last night on some new toys. I guess the toys can wait."
Tanya takes a credstick from a pocket and slides it across the table. "Let's call this a necessary expense." She turns to look at Cynthia. "How about you? Need any help buying this new wardrobe?"
Stuttrboy
Apr 29 2017, 02:22 AM
Yeah I'll need to buy a suit I imagine.
Imladir
Apr 29 2017, 03:49 AM
[Cynthia Rawson - 11:24, Thursday June 13th, 2075 - Sophie's, Cajun Town, Seattle] #723
"No I'll be alright." she grimaces "Except of course that I'd rather not have to do that shopping but...I suppose I'll survive." She shrugs, then sends the location of the place where Sandy's drone followed the mercenaries "Here's the place. Oh and if they're still there, call Vlad, I more or less promised him a piece of them. And if bad guys want to shoot bad guys..." she shrugs.
She then starts to plan her day. First, as she finishes her meal, she looks at the possibilities of appointment at the University for an admission. If possible an appointment in the Matrix, but she might be able to fit it in her day.
Mercy
Apr 30 2017, 04:25 PM
Thursday June 13th, 2075 1124- Sophie's Cajun Town Seattle
Steve bumps Spokane on the arm. "Hey, I know a great place where you can rent a tux. Do you want to try there before you fork over credits to buy one you might not ever use again?"
Cynthia's check of the university applications process does reveal that there is an online registration process.
OOC:
I am not sure if inscription is a typo or just used in a way I do not understand?