"That was all about our motives."
I exhaled a slow breath.
Now that I think about it, lying with a straight face is indeed a tough task.
"So you want me to join you?
And for what exactly? I have my own organization with sufficient personnel to cater to all my demands. I can't picture what I would gain by joining hands with you.
Also, you seem keen on making me your pawn. Or your organization's pawn—what was it, D.X.?"
I didn't interrupt Alfred as he continued his monologue.
He sure was talking a lot.
"I wouldn't call it being a pawn. It's more like a mutually beneficial relationship."
Silence.
"Hahaha!"
Alfred's laughter echoed in the room.
"Mutually beneficial?! And what benefit do I get?"
Before I could speak, he interjected again.
"Forget it. What would your organization even gain from me? Lonatu doesn't have strong forces like you."
Alfred cast a brief glance at Arthur.
"Your brain is what we need. Specifically, your skills in alchemy.
