*No I think misdirection and trying to do something else is happening. We have no clue what her plan is,* Kini explains.

Lady Winter reaches the cave, *I know its a cold case Zero. Thats why I warned you it was a cold case. Besides Im working a lead to help you if you take this job.*

"Is that plan it a bad thing for the Press?" Joe asked.
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Zero glanced over at Winter, but didn't move from his spot on the crate. "Of course, there's nobody else who has enough time on their hands to take on a cold case," He stated, ears twitching. "...You _do_ want me to hunt this person down, yes?"

*I dont know,* Kini growls.
Komodo walks over and hands Joe a gift box and hands one to Kini as well, *Do you know where Miss Sakura is?*
*Out talking to Mama Winter.*
Komodo*s jaw drops looking at Kini in shock.

*Yes I do and I want you to bring him back alive,* Winter agrees, *Please whatever else you and Nod need will be provided including a place to stay in safety.*

"Ah, Nox told you about me, then," Zero sighed, folding his ears back. "...Alright. I'll bring you your man, and in return, we'll need shelter and security. I don't want to see or hear about a single G.U.N. agent patroling the area in search of us. Then I can at least focus on finding more work until we can find a more permanant arangement for us two. Agreed?"
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"You guys are overracting. Go get yourselves a warm drink or something," Joe huffed, pulling the brim of his hat down.

*Nox didnt say a word I can smell her scent on you from here. Two words Zero: Mint leaves. Or a shower. Yes I know a place that is safe and you can both stay there,* After digging in the files for a bit Winter hands Zero a map to a base, *Its not first class but it is safe and warm. Also there is plenty of food in it and more if you need more.*

Komodo goes over to the coffee machine and hands both a triple shot of expresso. Looking at Joe Komodo goes back to work, *Anything else that needs repair?*

"Excellent," Zero hummed, pocketing the map and hopping down from the crate. "In that case, the hunt begins. Anything else you should tell me about?"
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"Not that I know of, thank you," Joe chimed, flashing a smile.
(I named his Joe because I didn't care but now it's a coffee pun.)

*Dont be seen especially by Press workers. And be careful while hunting the mobian has killed before,* Winter explains.


Komodo nods once very relieved to have a break, *Im going to go check on the hatchlings if anyone needs me.*

"Got it," Zero flicked his tail as he moved to leave.
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Joe smiled, setting his mug down. "Okay, you have fun Komodo!"

Winter calmly watches Zero, "If you have any questions use that ruby of yours to disguise yourself as a penguin and come to the citadel. Come to me directly."


Komodo chuckles, "I'll try. It's never easy taking care of hatchlings."

Joe smiled, then looked over as he heard Sakura enter. "See?" He told Kini. "She's fine!"
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"Well, aren't you sharp?" Zero hummed, then took his leave. "Right. I'll be seeing you."