Protecting her own
Even with all the changes the 21st Century has wrought, old institutions are often slow to change, the Seattle Mafia among them. In their traditions, unless you’re a male descendent of the family, you’re at best a second-class citizen. Ms. Camille, right-hand attendent of the late Leandro Gianelli, rose through the ranks by providing sharp counsel and careful strategy toward the many projects, programs, and initiatives overseen by her boss.
There were rumors of a romantic entanglement between the two, but anyone so much as suggesting such were quickly—and in one instance, with great finality—encouraged to stop their tongue-wagging. They had a genuine appreciation for what the other did, and who the other was. In another life, one removed from old-world misogyny, they may have even been friends.
Hiring the team in January of 2075 to investigate the who, why, and how of her boss’ murder, she put them on weekly retainer in the hope that an outside crew could get to the truth of the matter, regardless of who—or which side—was behind the hit.
If it was a rival faction that ordered it, such as the Seoulpa Rings or Yakuza, the family could likely take care of it themselves. If however it was a rival Mafia family … the runners may have quite a juicy payday offered.