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[recognize_an_opportunity]

[At least, for once, this is an intentional video. He is, however, much more casually attired than usual -- which, in this case, means with no suit jacket, no tie, and sleeves rolled up to his elbows. And he appears to be leaning on a car, cigarette in hand, as ever, and an errant smudge of grease or two on his face.]

I have two questions for the City at large. Call it... research.

[One of those tiny, polite smiles, and then...]

First of all, if there were one thing you think this city is lacking -- and "a means of escape" isn't a valid answer here, I'm afraid, since we all want that -- what would it be?

[A long pause.]

Second of all, I've been informed that I'm in need of at least one "modern" outfit, whatever that means. Is anyone here willing to assist?

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[luxuryflower]

I am a committed woman; I shall be here at four thirty.

[The empty glass is pushed aside in favour of her purse from which she takes a small wallet, the leather of it clearly rich and soft - high quality. It looks decently full, but of French currency that will do her no good here in this City, so she knows now, of course. Marguerite looks at Meyer with a smile that clearly holds its own intentions. She will need a new dress for tonight. And an apartment to return to afterwards. He is the man to provide, so they have... agreed.]

Perhaps you could arrange for an apartment in my name while I go shopping for a suitable gown, though naturally - I will need money to buy anything at all.

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[recognize_an_opportunity]

Of course.

[He pulls out his own wallet, which has far more useful money in it, and counts out some of it for her, handing it across the bar.]

This should be enough.

[It's not extravagant, certainly, but he's well aware that nice things require a decent amount of money. With that in mind, he's willing to provide that decent amount of money. He takes the empty glass from the bar and sets it aside, then takes another long drag on his cigarette with that same intent gaze.]

I'll see about an apartment. You find yourself a gown. And we'll see each other at four thirty.

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[luxuryflower]

[When he sets aside the glass, she accepts the money and puts it safely away in her wallet. She has no idea of the exact value yet, but trusts his judgement in the matter. It shall prove to be enough or she shan't see herself shy of coming back for more. Marguerite's main concern will always be to feel sated, to feel as if she lives to the fullest and being in the City has so far only enforced this desire. Here, where everything but Armand's presence feels possible. She steps back and curtsies, deeply as one would for one's benefactor, before straightening up and looking towards the exit.]

Your generosity is much appreciated.

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[recognize_an_opportunity]

[He smiles a little at the curtsy -- not exactly the way he's used to being shown respect, but he'll take it -- and then nods. He won't try to convince her that it's not 'generosity,' per se, that's led him to pursue her as an employee. If she wants to see it that way, that's fine by him. In actuality, it's entirely selfish.]

And your agreement to work here is much appreciated.

[That, at least, is true. She'll be an asset, and he already knows it. Maybe that's why, even as she's headed towards the exit, there's still that little, self-satisfied smile on his face.]