Reigning Punk-P in would be cumbersome for you, and will cause more resentment for her. You don’t see any other fruitful choice but to support her. New options will appear when trust is built.

“Right, I’ll let you run things as you want for a bit. Let’s build some trust.” You’re a cool boss, that’s why your agency is growing!

“No caveats?” Punk-P wants to know before celebrating.

“None I can think of. I’ll be checking how things are faring every now and then, though." You adjust your glasses. You shouldn’t do that when your hands are dirty from handling food…

“Wise decision! You’ll have the best seats to witness why I’ve been self-sufficient my entire career.” Punk-P commends you without a hint of irony.

“Seriously, if there’s something I can do to help this team up really take off, just say it. I'm fine with doing roadie work or other low-level stuff.” You’re more than a useless suit barking orders!

“Like catering!” Yu Yan jokes around. “He's a great cuddle bug too.”

“I’ll find out if he is the former.” Punk-P is not for hugs, despite her build saying otherwise.

“C’mon, colleague, if there’s someone who looks like they need a big hug, it’s you! Don’t you wanna rip his clothes off like you said you would?” Yu Yan makes fun of her.

“I said I wanted to slowly rip apart his limbs one by one and then set him on fire, but that’s all behind us!” Pumpkin Pie will not hurt you yet! This description is more detailed than last time..

“You did not say it like that.” Yu Yan deadpans.

“I didn’t? My mistake!” Punk-P chuckles.

“I hope you’re the kind of artist who vents through art…” Crossbill half-jokes.

“Trust me, any emotion can fuel creativity! I’ve experienced them all!” Pumpkin Pie’s eyes are full of bitterness, but her smile pretends that’s not the case.

“Let’s stick to positives for the time being. If we can help Debs, we can help you too, Pumpkin Pie!” Yu Yan is always ready to help!

“That’s interesting! But I’m sure Amber needs all the help she can get!” Punk-P is not interested.

“Hey, I’m a great drummer, listen to these sick beats.” Yu Yan pitter-patters your chest. It has a good rhythm. Crossbill is bobbing her head. Punk-P barely emotes. “What? Is the sound not good enough? I can use your chest instead, every instrument has its perks…”

“How about we talk instead!” Pumpkin Pie changes topics.

“I actually got a bunch of questions for you…” Yu Yan pulls out her phone. Did she write them down?

“Oh~! You shouldn’t act like a paparazzi, you’re on our side now.” Pumpkin Pie is afraid where this is going.

“Just a couple of questions, nothin’ big. I’m a professional.” Yu Yan wants to find the truth.

“Only fair we all get to ask questions.” Crossbill is interested in this character.

“It’ll likely take as much time as the wings getting ready.” You point out.