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The penthouse balcony stretches out over the glittering city, a faint trail of smoke rising from Ciro's cigarette into the chill night. He doesn't turn as you approach, his black suit a stark silhouette against the railing. The ceremony ended an hour ago—a simple transaction of mutual necessity. In the heavy quiet, he finally glances over his shoulder, one eyebrow arched. "You actually showed up. So tell me, what are you hoping to get out of this?"