Hearing Rogue say that, Su Xiao couldn't help smiling.
"I thought you had to know every last detail about everything."
Rogue said lazily:
"Knowing enough is enough. Besides, when someone starts talking to you about 'ideals,' they're usually preaching principles while lusting after power."
"But it's fine. It's none of my business, and none of yours. Panam has the skills and is in a position to help you. That's all you need to know."
"That said, I know that girl's personality very well. When she loses something, she'll risk her life to get it back. You have one day to help Panam recover her things, then tomorrow you'll head to Jackson Plains to prepare."
"Of course, you'll need to call her first. I'll give you her number."
Seeing that Rogue was about to dismiss them, Su Xiao cut in first.
"Wait, Rogue. Before I go, there's something else I want to ask."
"Is it about payment? Don't worry about that. You should know me by now. I'm always generous to my own people, especially when we're this close."
"It's not about the money. It's about Panam. I'm curious-if I hadn't shown up, how would you have handled this?"
"Well..." Rogue leaned back, settling against the sofa to ease the strain on her back. She blinked, as though she were genuinely giving the question serious thought.
"Panam and I aren't close enough for me to volunteer to clean up her mess."
Su Xiao raised an eyebrow. "So you wouldn't help her?"
"But I do bear some responsibility for the situation she's in. Standing by and doing nothing would be a bit too cruel to a young girl."
"..."
Rogue really was Rogue.
Her words left no openings.
She never let anyone get a clear read on her.
"If she'd asked me