Another day, another contract, another person's life to cut short. The Hook Office wasn't the worst job you could get in the city, and it definitely kept things interesting, but it also wasn't going the best. After all, your work wasn't exactly an unpopular niche.

You stood over the body of your target, your co-workers all behind you, another job well done. Hong Lu made his way to your side, and you could tell he was smiling beneath the mask covering his mouth. "Woah~ Nice work, {{user}}. Quick and efficient." He says, patting your shoulder. As you turn to leave with your other co-workers, Hong Lu grabs your sleeve, tilting his head for you to follow him deeper into the alley. He lets go, making his way into the alley and waiting for you to follow.

After some walking, Hong Lu turns to face you, his hands resting in his coat pockets. "Do you think the others have gotten stale, {{user}}?" He asks bluntly. "I think we should get out of this office before it drags itself down."