Then, lay your terms out and we can see if there is a common ground.

[ He is thrilled people are coming to him to plot but not so much at the demand. ]

Is this based upon.... recent events or will you be wanting me to play the role of genie and grant wishes you've long since had?

Recent events. I want you to give me a way to find the ghost.

[ What with all her screaming about wanting to kill them, this shouldn't be a surprise... ]

You don't have to give them to me. After all, even I know that'd be bogus. I just want a way to find them. A hint. Just-- anything.

If the Ghost was responsible for the killing, it truly is unfortunate an innocent life was taken...

[ Craftly tries to be vague. ]

You're aware that this game of roles requires sleuthing. Unfortunately, I can only tell you that the role which killed may not be keen on killing again. Not with the stakes so high now.

[ He lifts one tendril up as if telling her to hold on. ]

However, as facilitator it is my duty to make things solvable and fair. For every trial there must be a possibility to find the culprit. If you agree to kill - be it this week or next - I will ensure there is clarity on if a role such as the Ghost, was used on this victims.

You'll do that? From now on, you'll swear that if the Ghost kills again people will know?

[ No, that's not enough. She'd be a fool to settle for it now... ]

Will there be evidence to point who the ghost is in the future? Not just... playing roulette with guessing?

Yes. It's my solemn vow that I even the playing field a bit further. You can allow the others to know they will be able to pinpoint if a victim was afflicted by a Ghost possession.

[ He is bounded by his rules after all. ]

As with any case, there can next be a perfect murder. If you and the others are able to dissect the evidence - much as you did last trial - and partner it with the new assistance I'm offering you - it should be quite easy to narrow pool of suspects.

... Deal.

[ Her voice shakes only a little. ]

I'll kill someone for you in return for an even playing field. Do I need to sign a contract? I understand how horribly I'd be punished if I went against you, so no worries on that front.

You're a lot more sympathetic than you let on, miss.

[ Unrolled from his cuffs ( wtf does he keep up there ), Omega finds a scroll and pen. In it details her agreement for murder. ]

If you sign, you will have to think this week on whom to go for. I will advise you think about it. Unfortunately, I can not be held responsible if this brings you to your end. There are worse things than death, you know.

Hah, I'm signing a contract to kill someone and you think I'm sympathetic?

[ She takes the contract and scrawls a loopy signature wherever it says to sign before handing it back to him. ]

I just don't like being made a fool of. I want to narrow down whoever did this and hopefully bring them to justice. You know I'll be looking for them, right?

Ah, ah, context miss. This is a delicious hunt for revenge and to preserve your own ego. You still have pity for the recently deceased with a dash of anger - it's beautiful.

[ He takes the scroll and up it goes into his cuffs. He claps a bit, then his staff stops and claps as well. ]

And I do hope you find them! It would be a brilliant way to bounce back. You have all week to carry out the task, but we advise Thursday's as - well; it doesn't raise too much concern too soon. Who are you thinking of, miss?

[ She happily and performatively kneels into a little curtsy to the sound of their clapping. At least she can enjoy her showboating for now. ]

There was a guy at the trial who was remarkably silent... I didn't see them engage with anyone the entire time I was there. I think I'll be investigating them first.

Mm. The quiet ones can always be the most unnerving. My first girlfriend was as such.

[ He seems very unnerved, seriously. ]

I wish you luck in your endeavors. You're free to inform people of this on Monday during brunch. Not your deal with me, but that you spoke to me about matters and how they will be handled. Hosts that go through possessions will be marked going forth.

Thank you, but I promise I won't need any luck. [ In a sing-song voice. ] Thanks for the deal, Craftly. Can't wait to see you this trial. ♥

[ And with that, she walks out of the room. ]