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"I consider her a friend, and while I think we respect each other, we'd probably annoy each oher no end if one tried to direct the other full time" Amused "Perhaps you and Linae would understand that problem"

A smile. "Aye, that I do. There is a reason why my sister patrols the grounds, and I the city."

"But, of the complications. Is it anything I can assist with?"

"I would also wish to run a background check on any to be considered."

"That's...very kind of you" She ponders "I may ask that of you. Oh, " A look at her prisoner "Any files you can share on him will be prudent, but as for the other? Not yet, thank you"

"I will look into that for you, Lady. At least I can advise on his mortal records."

"I'm very grateful for how you have handled this for me and am grateful for your willingness to give my risk of trust a try. "

She nods, and then adds, "Anyone who comes into the manor, however. As a matter of security, we would need to do a full background check. It is no more than would be required for any mortal job. I check law enforcement records as well, for I have the ability to do so. Is there any reason why you would wish to forgo this for your candidate?"

"Not forego, just forestall for now."

"Hm." She nods. "Very well. I'll take this one into lockup. If you have any need, call. Your house falls just under my precinct's jurisdiction, so do not hesitate if there is anything."

"Thank you. I appreciate you making time for this and so much more," A look to Jasper "Remember what I said, Jasper, GOOD behavior. And nnot your standards of good either"

An angelic look from the ferret. Positively beatific.

If he's hoping for warm smiles and oh golly isn't he cute. Well, no dice there.

Still that doesn't stop him from grinning at Nadeen as the patrol car turns around in the drive way... and then waving, hands free of cuffs yet again, as they pull out and down the road.

"I swear that lodge has ruined me" She mutters then takes out the bit of hair she took from the man But he is sneaky, slippery, and clearly skilled. I can't turn to the sluagh for that, not around here. So I must make my efforts where i can