"None at all, Mr. Morningstar," Carmen answered, another pleased smile coming to her lips. There was something about the man; he was certainly the one she'd come here to meet. "I was happy to be invited."
She settled back in her seat and lifted the water glass to her lips. "I must admit, I was thrilled to have my challenge accepted by such a... figure. Others have answered my puzzles, but they're mostly children. And I doubt they'd be ready for what I'm offering."