The Ruse

On the outside, you look like just another one of Jin's Thieves. But inside, you have become a true Dual Blade. I congratulate you.

Now for your mission. Go to the Kerning City Jazz Bar and meet the Dark Lord. You'll need his blessing to become a Thief.

All you have to do is convince the Dark Lord that you're one of his. He can't possibly remember every Thief that crosses his path.

Then, once you have his blessing, chat up the folks in Kerning City. The Dark Lord is cunning, so dirt may be hard to find, but be persistent. Give us a lead, any lead, and I'll take care of the rest.

When you have something to report, I will be in touch.

A Thief I've never met before?! Who are you?!

We met just once, long ago, Dark Lord, when I had my first Job Advancement. But you meet so many Thieves, I'm not surprised you forgot.

Wrong. I have an excellent memory. It must've been a looong time ago, if I've forgotten who you are. And yet, look at how low your level is. Explain yourself!

I was taking care of my grandma in the hospital, so I had to delay my training. She's better now, by the way.

You should've trained when visiting hours were over. There is no excuse for your laziness. You must be whipped into shape.

Your adventures as a spy in Kerning City await! The Jazz Bar is very close to where we are, actually...