The Pickup

San Francisco, CA

As Eun-Ji disembarked from the landed plane, she reflected back on the red-haired woman in her row that had been too engrossed in what appeared to be innocent books. While the woman had visited the restroom on the plane, Eun-Ji discovered on closer inspection that they concealed information pertinent to the Secret World. She pretended for the rest of the flight as if she hadn’t discovered this fact. Entering the terminal, she also witnessed the redhead rendezvous with the Sky Marshall, solidifying her suspicion that they were both concealing their true identities.

Opting not to follow them, Eun-Ji proceeded to baggage claim, where she spotted a man holding a sign with the name Moon. Approaching him, she exchanged the code word, "serpentine," confirming his identity as her contact. Together, they retrieved her luggage and departed for an apartment in San Francisco's downtown area. As they drove, the man, named David, explained that the house would serve as her base for the investigation, promising further details upon their arrival.

"Welcome to San Francisco, Eun-Ji. I hope your flight wasn't too taxing." David began.

Eun-Ji replied while looking out the window of the vehicle, "Thank you, David. It was uneventful, although I did have some interesting company on board."

David validated her unspoken thought, "The other factions are surely present. Indeed, they're not to be underestimated. But we have resources and strategies in place to counter their moves. Your training and expertise will prove invaluable in this mission."

"I'm ready to do whatever it takes to succeed. What can you tell me about the house we're heading to?" She said with conviction.

David obliged her question, "It's a safe house, discreetly located near the heart of the city. Fully equipped with everything you'll need for your investigation. Consider it your home away from home."