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Entering the large, familiar building James headed to one of the smaller stores on the ground floor, grabbing a cup of tea. He'd planned to just sit and have some quiet time to himself but his plan was foiled when a young couple approached him, the woman's stomach slightly swollen with pregnancy.
"Sorry to bother you doctor...but we're worried about the baby. The books talk about all these different-" the man started to explained, holding Lin's hand tightly.
"Jian, Lin...try not to worry alright? I'm sure everything is fine with the little one. Your just being good, nervous first time parents," James explained with a shake of his head, even though he was grinning.
"Tell you what though, I'll have a look for you to make sure...on the condition that you invite me to every single birthday party at least until the kids sick of me," Lin, clearly much calmer now smiled and gave him a friendly punch to the shoulder, before the three of them made their way upstairs to the medical area. With so many people living under the Si roof this sort of thing happened frequently to the doctor. He'd grown to like it, as it allowed him to catch up with people who he might not see for weeks at a time otherwise.

Evian swung down from the rooftop, her hands catching the railing of a fire escape, easily dropping down level per level. It didn't take long for her to land lightly on the ground, stretching her hands lest they tense up. May as well report back. Sighing, she frowned to herself, personally hoping Mark would be fine with her lack of info. Man she wanted to just go and drink with some friends.... But business did come first.

It didn't take her too long before she reached their headquarters, heading up to his office. Taking a deep, steadying breath, she knocked on the door lightly, brushing her blonde hair out of her eyes. This'll be interesting.

Evian opened the door and walked in, closing it softly behind herself. She was about to open her mouth to speak but stopped short since he spoke. Sighing, she frowned, placing her hands on her hips. "Am I really that easy to read? And here I was thinking I wasn't... " She noticed his expression, but she said nothing of it since it was probably better not to, instead walking in more and flopped down in one of the chairs.

"Nah, the girl knew nothing and she had an alibi that checked out. She was off on another target. Since she's so specialized she doesn't receive any info. So, we're back to square one." She answered, crossing her legs.

Evian raised an eyebrow, folding her arms over her chest. "Eh? Mmm, it's not selfish. Not really I don't think. Someone had to have killed him. Just a matter of finding out who." She murmured, lowering her eyes with a light sigh. "But probably better to focus on other matters this is true. It is not good to dwell on what has passed. I know James wouldn't have wanted it." She said softly, lowering her eyes.

Taking a deep breath, she frowned a little, but then again... he was the boss. "I seriously doubt the other gangs would press for turf. The others seem pretty comfortable with the contract we have set up. But you're the boss man. Doesn't hurt to have intel." Pushing herself up, she placed her hands on her hips, tilting her head a little. "So, orders?"

Evian just sighed heavily, oh great... dull work. She'd have to make sure the men stayed sharp. She raised an eyebrow, personally not minding the thought of beer ending. She was a horrible irish-woman. She didn't say it though. "Please, if the men don't get their drink, they'd riot I should think." She chuckled, shaking her head as she turned to head out the door.

"Is that all Mark? I better go make sure they don't slack off." She asked, wanting a drink herself. She had some personal matters she wanted to sort out.

Evian frowned, her eyebrow twitching as she walked over to his desk, slapping the top of his hands. "It's not that goddamn difficult to file papers." She muttered, getting them organized within a few minutes. With that she turned again to the door. If you need me for something, call me." She called back, opening the door. With that she stepped out, jamming her hands in her pockets. Her long blonde hair swayed side to side as she walked, nodding to some members she passed. She have to head to her office to do what she needed to to in order to let people know what was up.

(( If possible, can you please post more than just three lines? I realize writers block hits, but if it's not, please try to aim for at least three. ))

Despite the darkness of the night, Yue still made her way down the mountain back into her home, feeling better now that she had done her due diligence towards her parents. The monks offered to allow her to stay, but she felt better in her headquarters with her people. One never knew if a crisis were going to hit or not.

It was soon almost eleven by the time she got back, glad to see the shops closed down on the first floor. She slowly made her way up the stairs, checking the rooms, not bothering James in case he were busy with a client. It was quiet, and she both liked it and didn't. It still somehow made her antsy. Could just be paranoia, but she didn't think so. Years of instinct. Something was going to happen, she just didn't know what yet or when exactly.

Heading up to her office, she looked over the stack of papers that were there, sighing as she flicked on the light and began to go through them, planning on getting sleep a bit later.