Caine looked nervously from one end of the alley to the other, then back at Jared. He subtly motioned for the older man to come closer lest they be overheard. "Like I said...I can tell you a lot." Truth be told, he'd seen much more than one his age should. For years Caine had been exposed to sex, drugs, and violent deaths. Perhaps that weighted sliver of complete truth come out subconsciously. He didn't know himself, but used it to his advantage. "Sandy wasn't bright but he was the closest thing I had to family. Met him three years ago at the club we hang out at. I know I'm underage but I work there as a bartender. Guy's gotta do what he can to survive. Long story short Sandy reached out to me and took me under wing. In return, I looked out for him too. Anyways, I guess he was coming back home from the club since he stormed out. His apartment's two blocks down. Maybe they had someone jump him."<br/><br/>Mulling over Jared's other questions, Caine's tone got much darker as did his eye color. "Hm. At the club we go to the average joe wouldn't think dangerous types would go near someplace so upscale. But let's be honest Jared. You and I know some of the worst criminals wear white collars." He took out his phone and after a few quick swipes held up a picture. It showed him, a much more alive Mr. Sanderson, and a beautiful blonde 20-something with striking violet eyes. They were all smiles but Sanderson leaned very closely to the young lady. In the back, the club's sleek interior and bluish lighting could be seen.<br/><br/>"Sandy couldn't leave Lauren alone. She's the new girlfriend of a...let's call him a tough regular who comes in with his entourage. He goes by the alias Nova. I have my sources and word is this guy can make people disappear. I constantly told Sandy not to cross this guy and stop trying to win her over. He wouldn't listen. They made a huge scene over her tonight. Before it could come to blows Sandy left. I had a feeling it wouldn't end there." Quickly Caine clicked his phone off and tucked it away. He squinted at Jared as though making some serious judgment calls then nodded what appeared to be approval. Sure, he'd help out Jared. Right into phase two of Mistress's plans.