The Crystal Core Gambit

A Level 6 expert... Maybe taking a crystal core from him would work, right?

Diego spoke briefly with two waiters, then turned and headed toward an elevator.

Thalia followed closely, slipping in at the same time.

He looked at her. "Which floor, miss?"

She smiled brightly. "I'm Mr. Morvan's great-niece. I have business with Mr. Bolton."

Once he heard she was related to Rufus, Diego's face softened.