XXXVIII.

[void_hearts]

Comments

[berceusedefeu]

Yes?

[void_hearts]

I presume you have received this small gift from the Organization to you.

[berceusedefeu]

I did. He's a rather nice specimen. You have my thanks.

[void_hearts]

You are welcome, madam. May I ask what you plan to do with him? One of my subordinates currently taking care of one in the laboratory.

[berceusedefeu]

He appears healthy. He would make an excellent candidate for viral research, I should think. But I am not quite sure yet.

...You have a laboratory?

[void_hearts]

Another mutation of the infamous T-Virus?

Indeed. The God has graced us in exchange for our actions.

[berceusedefeu]

Yes. The most promising strain, but sadly I have only had the opportunity for three applications of it on human subjects. And animals seem somewhat lacking, despite the potential of the virus.

Hm...

I must ask what prompted this generosity on your part?

[void_hearts]

We are interested in new developments for the city.- Such as a virus.

Have you seen some creatures named "Heartless". Some of them possess a humanoid form, completely made of darkness.

[berceusedefeu]

I see.

I have seen a handful, but I have not had the opportunity to study one, unfortunately.

[void_hearts]

Have you ever considered testing the virus on them?

[berceusedefeu]

Not as of yet, but I do find the prospect very interesting.

However, in my current setting I lack the proper equipment...

[void_hearts]

I understand how troubling it can be for the development of scientific research.

I should talk to Vexen.

[berceusedefeu]

I am sure we can come to some sort of agreement.

[void_hearts]

I would like to know what you have in mind, madam.

[berceusedefeu]

You have the equipment I need. I have the knowledge to use it, in conjunction with my virus.

The virus has been shown to enhance many beneficial qualities of the hosts it infects. These 'Heartless,' I should think, would prove no different.

I should also imagine I needn't bother to explain the value of a more powerful weapon at your disposal.

[void_hearts]

We do understand each other, Miss Ashford.

You may come to our current quarters. Continuing down the shoreline, to the North, there is a castle with sealed gates. But they will be open to you. I will notify one of my subordinates.