While There Is Life, There Is Hope

[karatofquality.livejournal.com]

It's a better day. Not an excellent day, but a better one than he's had in a while. The losses still weigh onon him, of course, and his recent breakup with Brennan, though mutually agreed upon and amicable, is in that pile of hurts, but overall, the King of Diamonds us feeling good as he walks through his Castle, checking in with his people.

Be at ease, fellow men and women. Vasiliy's desertion is an intriguing matter that will be thoroughly investigated, but it isn't a total disaster. There are other forgers, and even though they aren't as talented as the Seven, it could be far worse.

So come, chit-chat with the King - business matters or not. He's smiling and receptive.

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[karatofquality.livejournal.com]

"No, I don't imagine they would be. I think creating a list would be beneficial anyway, just so that we know if red flags go up. I'd rather be able to react efficiently if one is flagged than have to track everyone down and waste hours while forty others go up. Proactivity is our best ally here." And they all know it.

"And in the meantime, we may do well to go ahead and have new identities instituted for those who intend to leave soon. Prioritize by order of exit." Simple enough. Smart enough.

[ishineon.livejournal.com]

"And have security measures put in place for those whose identities have already been established with those Outside." After all, there were several people who regularly went Outside and worked with the same people. Sudden changes in background would be suspicious.

She nods to him. "Shall we, then?" To their separate departments to set things in motion?

[karatofquality.livejournal.com]

A firm nod. "Absolutely. Let me know when you've done what you can on your end, Lady."

That handled, he'll be swiftly taking his leave after a bow to go make his list and check it thrice.