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[In all reality, she's only known Inara for a short time. But if she's starting a business with her, she needs to. Without a little risk, there could be no gain. Besides, an Auditore went with their gut, and to betray one meant finding out why it was a very bad idea. But her gut told her Inara was trustworthy. And it was because of this that her answer comes promptly with no trace of doubt or hesitation.]

Sì, I do.

[Malik took a moment to think on this, but finally nodded to himself. Claudia seemed convinced, and he could hardly see every contact or ally for himself, there needed to be some measure of faith among the members of the Order. His eyes returned to her, sharp as ever.]

If you vouch for her, and you tell her about us, should she turn out not to be trustworthy, it will be on your head. [And it would not be pretty.]

I will accept the consequences, should that be the case, but I do not believe she will betray us.

[You hear that Malik? She is brimming with confidence. That serious tone and look on her face? Claudia isn't fucking around. She intends to keep her word and make absolutely certain Inara understands that what she's told cannot be repeated to anyone.]

[He watches her as she speaks, listening closely for this resolve. Then, another nod, slower this time.]

It will be good to have more allies in this city.

Grazie, Malik.

[A small smile appears on her face as she nods her thanks and her left hand comes to rest over her heart.]

[He doesn't rightly know that means 'thank you', but it's his best guess from her body language. While his mouth doesn't quite make it all the way to a smile, his posture loses some of its tension.]

If your plan succeeds, I may yet be the one thanking you.

It will take some time, but I will ensure its success.

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