Again, he had a good point. And her curiosity was definitely peaked by now. She had known ability augmenters before. Dear, dear Paulette. It had been quite awhile since she had actually spoken to the woman. But still, no matter. She was sure what he was offering was not just a simple and temporary alteration. No, if someone had to be dismissed in order for it the offer to be acceptable, it certainly wasn't that simple.
"What exactly do you have in mind?" The question was simple with no pretense at making him agreeable to whatever her demands might be like she usually attempted in a bargain. No, at those times, she actually had something to offer in exchange, something that would have tipped the balance of power in her favor. At the moment, however, she was nothing more than a poor beggar woman depending upon the kindness of strangers. She wasn't about to try and leverage herself right out of the deal.