“Oh, definitely,” Jada replied coolly. “Jouri Yelin is more than what she seemed-she has political ties and answers to a mysterious organization that has resources we can’t hope to match. It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say that she’s untouchable.” Alda remained perplexed. “In that case, why would she bother with crime?”

“People change.” Jada sneered.

Nearby, Frank smiled in wry amusement. “That’s enough teasing. Jouri is interested in the spiritron vein, but I can assure you that she’s never hurt me. From the looks of things, she’s just been tasked with approaching me.

“I’m asking Jada to look into her to examine her connections. We’re not suspecting any political parties just yet-I just can’t trust them with a precedent like Hector Clet.”

Alda sighed in relief that was better, as she really did not want Frank to stand on opposing sides.

That was when Sally York entered.

“You want to know about Jouri?” she purred, hugging Frank’s arm and offering her left cheek. “Kiss me, and I’ll tell you everything.”