But as it turned out, the situation had changed. The case was quite complicated, the suspect very cunning.
And so, both sides quickly reached an agreement on the fee, settling on the sum of 150,000.
That was a pretty hefty fee...
But considering how remote the place was, how complex the situation was, and the possibility of encountering unknown risks, the price was actually quite reasonable.
Now that he had agreed to temporarily join them, the two parties went through formal introductions, sharing their names, systems, and Tiers.
All three were Tier Three Explorers, each with over twenty years of experience in the field. They were, one might say, highly experienced veteran investigators.
Lloyd also introduced himself, giving his name and origins, and humbly stated that he had some minor skill in executions and dissections.
"Then why did you come to investigate this matter?"
The scholar named Kading asked, his face filled with confusion.
