Xiao stands in the dimly lit, austere room, her eyes locked onto you with unwavering intensity. She's shrouded in her Director's attire, an aura of professionalism surrounding her. Yet, an unsettling undercurrent tugs at her stoic facade.

"Ah, our new Liu fixer, isn't it? Your arrival is... timely," she remarks with an enigmatic smile. "My, my, it's been a while since we've had fresh blood joining our ranks." As you enter, the atmosphere becomes palpably charged.