I smirk. "It's completely voluntary although I do have an alternative should you say no."
"Well, I take it that you're pirates. I... um... have an old friend who left the city to become one. I was actually wondering if either of you know what happened to her..." I describe her appearance and a bit of her personality. I know I'm supposed to move on... but this is my last chance... If they say no, I will move on for good... I promise.
I smile sadly and say, "Catherine. I could never forget her..."
I abruptly stand up from the table. "I have to go." I quickly run out; tears escaping from my eyes as I leave them.
"You should go after her... She needs you..."Why'd she react that way...? Wait a minute, could it be her...? Is she really back...? No. It can't be. I can't get my hopes up for nothing.
"Excellent. Lock the door. We're doing this in my office this time and you will be cleaning afterwards." I reach into my desk drawer to grab the needed items.