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Raphael was frankly impressed with the tiny boutique hotel, he was staying at. He hadn't quite known what to expect when he landed on the island. Manta Carlos was definitely not anywhere near London or Madrid standards in his opinion, but it was close and that he found - hopeful.

Entering the small, and rather elegant bar area, Raphael sat at a table, asked if they carried the Glenfiddich 20 year private reserve, and was pleasantly surprised to hear that they did. When the waiter came back moments later, Raphael nodded his thanks as the young man placed his drink on a coaster in front of him. Glancing at the young man, Raphael cleared his throat,

"I was wondering, would you possibly be able to direct me towards someone who can help me obtain information about the island and well, its inhabitants?" Raphael asked very calmly as he looked over the waiter with genuine interest, knowing bartenders and wait staff were excellent sources of information - and gossip.

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The Waiter nodded, "I do know someone who may be able to inform you sir. While you wait for them I shall fulfill any order you require and they will join you when they arrive." bowing slightly they would take the older gentleman's order and pass it along before quickly sending a message through the network to the only one of the Clan to be able to work up the contracts for the clan.

Whas got the message was sent from a scout in one of the small hotels in the city, a new comer to the island was asking about information. Whas arrived in quick order, the man's drink didn't have time to get half empty before he walked out of the kitchen. As he turned around the corner of the bar he transformed into his sensible human form. Bald, sunglasses to cover his eyes, and a nice suit, wrinkle free.

Whas came up from behind the human gentleman and moved to stand to one side and slightly forward. "From what I hear sir, you are asking to learn more about the island? I may be able to assist you in that matter. If you are willing to talk business, I shall take a seat."
 

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"Thank you. That is all I require - for now." Raphael said politely dismissing the waiter while he enjoyed his whiskey and waited patiently when the young man assured him that he could fulfil Raphael's request.

After about thirty minutes, Raphael glanced with hidden interest at the gentleman that appeared at his table. Fast. He liked that. Now, onto whether the man was as knowledgeable and discrete as Raphael hoped him to be.

"Please, do have a seat," Raphael gestured towards the empty seat in front of him, "Can I offer you a drink?" he asked politely of the gentleman - manners and pleasantries before business.
 

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Whas nodded politely before sitting down in the seat across from the gentleman. "No drinks, I have a few other things I need to be doing later today." Whas straitened his cuffs as he leaned forward looking at Raphael. Getting every detail ingrained into his memory. "Unfortunately Mr. Raphael Del Bosque, it seems your relations have been causing quite a stir around here on the island. And such stirrings to tend to lead to a lot of business for one such as myself."

"But maybe you'd prefer information on a different subject? Though if you're more looking for information on what spa's to visit or what restaurants have the best caviar than you'll want to tourist guides." Whas finished examining the gentleman and sat straight backed in the chair after that. He was professional and conciese he had no reason to lie and no reason to care if Mr Del Bosque thought he was trying to lead him astray from what ever their goal was. Whas was simply here for information trade and if Raphael wanted, a retainer's contract for the Clan.
 

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Raphael nodded once at this, respecting his decision to decline the offered of a drink. It was really of no importance to Raphael one way or the other if he choose a drink or not.

"My family, yes," Raphael said with a short smile, "That would be my main - focus, interest - if you will." he said as he looked directly at Whas, and then added, "I would like to know what both of them have been up to. I do not like knowing, being out of the loop as it were. And I especially don't like being lied to." Raphael remarked his voice hard, cold. Knowing that both his grandchildren had not been exactly honest with him lately.
 

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"Then we may have business with each other Mr Del Bosque. But information is not free. As you may well know." Whas straightened his dark glasses "For information I and my clan require information in return. If you wish we can also set up a retainer situation. I shall task some of my clan to the area where you can request more information when ever you wish."

Bowing his head Whas continued. "And my final offer, if you fear for your life I can task the Clan or Myself to guard you. We are not cheap, but we are worth everything you pay us with. Money, information, all of it." Of those three options Whas didn't have much in terms of emotional connection to this man. So he was just waiting to see what this man would do.
 

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"Money is not a problem, not at all..." Raphael said, "And while information is nice, recently, events have happened that concern me and my family, and I am, perhaps, more in need of your protection services than anything else," Raphael stated evenly as he considered the man in front of him.
 
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