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The sound of fingers tapping on the surface of a table broke the otherwise silent reverie in Clorinde's mostly unused office. It was rare that she found herself stuck behind her desk, and as indigo eyes narrowed at the file strewn haphazardly across it, she made an expression of slight annoyance.

Independent investigations were quite rare on her end; a majority were taken care of by others, as her duties were on the heavier end and involved being stationed by the Palais Mermonia in case her assistance was required by the courts. Or Furina, for that matter. This particular instance, however, was a personal missive delivered to her by Neuvillette himself.

Clorinde had been informed of various attacked centered around Melusine operatives that littered the Court of Fontaine. There was little to no evidence at the scene, but the latest one gave them just enough information to narrow it down to a small list of suspects-- each of which certainly had enough motive to orchestrate such an operation. This was a bit more than she could handle on her own, however, and she had opted to enlist the help of a certain investigative organization: the Spina di Rosula. Their network of information could provide valuable insight, and their President had quite the knack for being diligent and persistent in her analytical skill.

The duelist had sent an invitation for Navia to meet her here in order to explain the situation. It had been quite a long time since either of them had worked together, and their relationship still maintained a tension that seemed to never fade. It wasn't out of the question for Navia to decline being involved in this case; she had prepared herself for the possibility, though she knew it would hurt. With the pretense of business only, surely they could set their differences aside for the brief time they spent together.

Something was better than nothing, she supposed.

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She took a moment to clear her throat, brows furrowing as the duelist perused the top page of her current document. The details were quite straightforward, as far as she knew-- tailing a few suspects, gathering evidence, and ultimately making an arrest if it was wholly necessary. Despite this, Clorinde knew the danger that came along with stepping in to affairs like this, and she nearly hesitated on telling Navia the details. The last thing she wanted was to put her in harm's way. But it was her job to protect her and watch over her, right? Just like Callas had asked of her.

"There's been an influx of assault cases involving the Melusines. I have a list of suspects, and I'm responsible for narrowing it down. I'd rather not involve other Gardes, as it might make too much of a stir and scare off our culprit." Making a move to set the papers down, she heaved a sigh. "I can't watch multiple people at once. Your help would be heavily appreciated-- I can compensate you generously, as well. This work won't go unpaid."

Clorinde was more than aware of the financial struggles that the Spina had faced of late. If she could use any excuse to help fund them, she would.

Speaking in a quiet tone that was barely audible, her face morphed into a wistful smile. "Thank you for coming, Navia."

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Navia nodded her head, her curls bouncing ever so slightly in tune of the nod, carefully sitting down; her hands in her lap. It was unlike for the blonde to be so quiet, considering her options. "Well.. If I may be inquired, what is perhaps- this request?" Navia questioned, uncertainty in her voice.

As much as she wanted to accept it, there were consequences to her actions and Silver n Melus wasn't there to help her pick the correct choice- or well, help her correct her thinking and protect her; even if she declined the protection due to the protection being needed for such a silly little thing and that she was a grown woman with her own choices.

The words were on the tip of her tongue, struggling for the right to come out, before Navia decided not to speak. Instead, she listened intently to Clorinde's answer to her question, her right brow raising up quickly in curiosity.

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A moment of silence passed as she closed her eyes-- bracing herself for the incoming conversation was harder than she thought, and she inhaled a deep breath before steadying her hands on the surface of her desk. As many times as she had stared death in the face, it never prepared her for navigating the complicated situation that the two of them found themselves in. "Please, come in."

The duelist rose from her seat the moment Navia would enter the room, indigo eyes settling on the face that could bring her to her knees at a moment's notice. Her brows furrowed ever so slightly, and she made her way around to the front of her desk; Clorinde raised a stack of papers in her hand, a wistful smile crossing her face.

If only they were meeting under different circumstances.

"I apologize for the sudden invitation. I... wasn't sure if you'd come, actually." She spoke in a quiet tone, averting her eyes as she chose to focus on the files in front of her. "I could use your assistance on a matter-- I promise this request won't waste your time. The Spina's resources would be a great help to the case I've been assigned. Please, take a seat, if you find yourself interested."

The duelist paused for a moment, fidgeting with the papers in her hands. To most, it would look like she was simply sifting through them; to anyone else who knew her better, they'd realize the hint of anxiety seeping into her motions.

"I... also understand if you decline."

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Navia's heels echoed in the hallway, a hum leaving her lips as she approached the door of Clorinde's office, raising her hand to knock at the door. The lady had a sneaking suspicion on what this was about, having heard it from some of her connections, though she didn't expect Clorinde to invite her to her office at such a sudden time.

"It's Navia, the president of the spina di rosula." She spoke firmly, making sure to state her name and her title like with her other formal friends that she met up with in the past. "May I come in?" Navia inquired, her blue eyes fixating on the door handle and more-so focusing on the incoming silky voice of the duelist to let her inside.

Navia quickly signaled her bodyguards to stay at the door, smiling lightly at them to calm down and trust her- even if her and Clorinde's relationship was .. not that great, including the tension around them both when they were in the same room together.