THE BOOK OF GREED

The sudden shift in the professor's demeanour catches the mysterious man a little off-guard and serves as a reminder as to why he is actually here. The professor locked his palms together as they rested on the desk in front of him and spoke in a stern yet polite tone, ''... That concludes my storytelling, and marks the beginning of my offer to you, Mr Greed. I would like you to retrieve this 'Cordelia' for me". Greed arched his brow and looked perplexed. "Professor, I think you have the wrong person. I'm just a regular accountant, not some treasure hunter!". The professor replied, "Oh, but you are! I have conducted extensive research about you, Mr. Greed, and at great expense, which is why I believe you are the best person for this treasure-hunting job. So, there is no use in pretending anymore!". Moments after the professor's statement, Greed's behaviour and the demeanour he carried himself with had changed. The simple and unimposing accountant was replaced by a man with a razor-sharp gaze and complete self-confidence, '' Professor, are you sure you want to deal with me even after your 'extensive research' about me?", '' Quite certain, indeed. This job requires a man of your calibre to handle the task". With an expression of smug satisfaction, Greed allowed a smirk to spread across his face. "Very well, but why is it exactly that a 'man of my calibre' is needed to retrieve this jewel?"