Gotham Memoirs: 3-11 Councilman Interview

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Miss Harris arranges an interview with Councilman Harris, but Prosecutor Boseman gives me a Herculean task...

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Dialogue Choices

Kane: Not really...How are your preparations for the interview with Councilman Harris going?

• I'm Ready.
  • Kane's Goodwill will rise
• I Need More Time.
  • No change

Charlotte: So, what do you think of my father?

• A Friendly Senior
  • No change
• A Capable Politician
  • No change

Transcript

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• It doesn't take long for Charlotte to book the interview with her father and invite me to Harris Mansion.
• With her help, I should be able to get close to Councilman Harris.
• I've been spending a lot of time gathering information and preparing the outline for the interview.
• The day before the interview, I inform Mr. Kane.

• George Kane: Colvin, take a seat. What is it?

• I tell Mr. Kane about my plan to interview Councilman Harris. He's surprised.
• George Kane: You've already set a time and place?

• You: Yes, everything's been arranged.

• Mr. Kane isn't pleased. He seems unsure about the arrangement.
• You: Is there anything wrong, Mr. Kane?

• George Kane: Not really... How are your preparations for the interview with Councilman Harris going?

I'm Ready.

• You: I've been gathering information on Councilman Harris, on all his experience and current political achievements...

• You: I used public information to find and interview his old teachers, classmates, and some colleagues...

• You: I think I'm sufficiently familiar with the subject's experience and personal milestones.

• Mr. Kane says nothing, but smiles. He seems to approve of what I've accomplished.
• You: I've summarised the more interesting points and drafted a detailed interview outline.

• George Kane: Good job, Colvin. I believe your article will be outstanding.

I Need More Time.

• You: I'm sorry, this is my first interview with a politician. I'm not sure if this counts as being prepared...

• Mr. Kane frowns, his expression hardening. He fixes me with a steely glare.
• George Kane: Are these the words of a professional reporter, Colvin?

• You: I've done a lot of prep work, but I'm still anxious. Are they sufficient?

• George Kane: I understand, but if you want to hold your own as a reporter, you have to face such challenges.

• George Kane: Do your best, Colvin. Don't bungle this.

• You: Got it. Thank you for your help, Mr. Kane.

• You: (Am I imagining it? Mr. Kane seems especially excited. He's putting a lot of significance on this interview.)

• You: (Does he want to improve the newspaper's reputation?)

• You: (Oh, forget it. I should update Prosecutor Boseman on my progress.)

• I return to my seat, and call Prosecutor Boseman.
• I tell her the location and time that Mr. Kane arranged.
• You: That's the gist. What can I do with this opportunity?

• Prosecutor Boseman is silent for a minute. She seems to be contemplating something.
• Diane Boseman: According to one of my leads, Councilman Harris has hidden important documents in a corner of his study.

• You: Pardon me?

• Diane Boseman: He mentioned this in one of his conversations, so it should be true.

• Diane Boseman: There might be something that interests you in those documents...

• You: Something about Taylor's death? Rossi? Both?

• Diane Boseman: I hope you find something useful.

• You: The Councilman won't let me anywhere near it if it's that important.

• You: It's hidden in a corner in his study?

• You: Even if I could somehow sneak inside, it would be difficult to find... I'd have to rummage through the Councilman's personal things...

• How can I keep to my morals while investigating?
• Prosecutor Boseman picks up on my hesitation and sighs.
• Diane Boseman: I understand you're an upright and kind person, Miss Colvin.

• Diane Boseman: But sometimes, to realise a long-term goal and protect more law-abiding citizens...

• Diane Boseman: ...we have to compromise, and do something distasteful. We have to be the sword and shield, to protect those who cannot protect themselves.

• You: Is that really okay?

• Diane Boseman: I have the same doubts every time I need to make difficult decisions.

• You: How do you decide?

• Diane Boseman: My priority is to uphold justice. That benefits the most people.

• Diane Boseman: Before you make a decision, ask yourself if your action will have an outcome that'll be worth it.

• Diane Boseman: If yes, then do it. Believe that the outcome will bring you comfort and affirmation, relieving you from the temporary uncertainty.

• You: Thank you. I know what to do now.

• Diane Boseman: Let me share a personal experience. I think it will help.

• You: Okay.

• Diane Boseman: I interact with people from all walks of life.

• You: But no matter who they are or what they do, they will have a weakness.

• You: Weakness? What?

• Diane Boseman: If you can discover their weakness, you'll understand your target better.

• Diane Boseman: I worked a robbery case a few years back. There wasn't enough evidence, so the suspect refused to admit his guilt.

• Diane Boseman: When I spoke to the suspect in private, I discovered he valued family and thought of his mother constantly.

• Diane Boseman: Strictly speaking, this isn't a weakness. But it was the key to unlocking his conscience.

• You: What happened next? Did he plead guilty?

• Diane Boseman: With some coaxing from his mother, he pleaded guilty and revealed his accomplices.

• Diane Boseman: His confession made the judge lenient. He got a shorter sentence so he could reunite with his family sooner.

• Diane Boseman: The general public saw a criminal get punished.

• You: If not for your discovery, the case might not have gone as smoothly.

• You: Thank you, Prosecutor Boseman. I think I understand.

• Diane Boseman: Remember what I've told you, Miss Colvin. This is our only chance. I'm counting on you.

• Prosecutor Boseman's tone is very serious, which makes me anxious.
• You: I'll do my best.

• After hanging up, I prepare for the interview.
• You: (I should change into something suitable for the occasion...)

• The weather is great today. The skies are blue, and not a dark cloud can be seen.
• While I'm not superstitious, I still hope this is a sign that today will go well...
• When I arrive at the Harris Mansion, Miss Harris greets me by the door instead of the Councilman's secretary.

• Charlotte Harris: You're here! Come in!

• You: Miss Harris?! Sorry to keep you waiting.

• Charlotte Harris: No, I came out early because I couldn't wait to see you.

• You: I'm really glad to see you too, Miss Harris.

• Charlotte Harris: The interview will be held in the reception room. Wait a moment, and I'll go get my father.

• You: Thank you.

• Councilman Harris walks in a few minutes later. I get up to greet him.
• Harris: Relax and sit down, Miss Colvin. Make yourself at home.

• You: Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to meet with me.

• Harris: Charlotte tells me you also graduated from Imperial University?

• You: Yes, but we were in different years.

• Harris: I see. Your previous article on Charlotte was well-received. You're a good reporter.

• You: Thank you. I hope I live up to your expectations.

• Harris: Charlotte thinks very highly of you. I'd like to give more opportunities to outstanding young people like yourself.

• Councilman Harris is kind and friendly, like a patient senior. He smiles gently throughout.
• Harris: Time is previous, Miss Colvin. Shall we begin?

• You: Councilman Harris, regarding your previous political achievements, my first question is...

• I ask my questions according to the outline I had prepared earlier with no issues.
• Councilman Harris doesn't have any significant reaction to any of the questions.
• He is very calm, and his answers are delivered with the usual politician's smoothness and sophistication.
• You: (He answers all my questions, but his answers are no different form the official responses in other interviews.)

• Harris: ...That is my answer.

• Harris: That was very professional, Miss Colvin. Do you have any other questions?

• I shake my head and get up. I shake hands with Councilman Harris and thank him for accepting the interview.
• Harris: Now that your work is done, you should relax and stay for a bit. I know Charlotte wants to chat with you.

• Councilman Harris leaves. His kindness is somewhat surprising.

• Charlotte Harris: I saw my father leave... Is the interview over?

• Miss Harris walks into the reception room. I smile and nod while putting away my pen and notebook.
• Charlotte Harris: How was it? Did it go well?

• You: It went well. Councilman Harris was very cooperative. Thanks for putting in a good word for me.

• Charlotte Harris: Everything I told him was the truth. You're really a good reporter.

• Charlotte Harris: So, what do you think of my father?

A Friendly Senior

• You: Councilman Harris is very friendly. He's a respectable and dependable senior.

• Charlotte Harris: I'm sure he'd be glad to know what you think of him.

• You: I remember you told me that he was a gentle and patient father...

• Charlotte Harris: He really is, isn't he?

• Prosecutor Boseman's reminder flashes in my mind. But I continue to smile and nod.
• You: You're both warm and friendly.

A Capable Politician

• You: Councilman Harris is a very good politician.

• Charlotte Harris: What makes you say that?

• You: Councilman Harris knows his job well, and can answer questions quickly and clearly...

• You: He is a skilled politician.

• Charlotte Harris: I guess you see what other reporters see.

• While I chat with Miss Harris, I keep thinking about the secret documents in the study.
• You: (I think his study was on the second floor... It would be suspicious if I simply waltzed up there.)

• Miss Harris' warmth is very relaxing, but Prosecutor Boseman's words weigh heavily on my heart.
• Charlotte Harris: Colvin? You don't look too good. Are you tired?

• You: (Am I behaving strangely?)

• Charlotte Harris: Come upstairs with me. We can have a cup of tea and rest in my room.

• Hearing Miss Harris mention the second floor reminds me of my mission... Perhaps I still have a chance.
• You: Thank you, Miss Harris.