"Your public assistance would only allow Clara to play the victim, and I don't want her gaining that kind of sympathy," I said, rising to my feet, feeling slightly dizzy but regaining my balance. "I need two things from you. First, strategic connections. I need you to introduce 'Master H' to the elite circles that are impenetrable to everyone except the Vance family. I want to be in the same room as the people who control this city's energy policy."
Selena nodded slowly. "That can be arranged. Michael has started talking about you, and last night's incident will quickly spread in certain circles as a 'technical miracle.' You'll be the most sought-after man in this city in no time. So, what's the second thing?"
I looked her straight in the eye. "I need full access to the archives of the o
