[ Very fortuitous! ... If one ever asks him how he met said Acting Grandmaster, they're getting a half-truth. They overcame an arduous trial. And that's it. ]

I guess we'll hafta wait and see.

[ Though as a frown mars Fischl's lips, he initially thinks it has to do with his title as a merc. Brigands... Does she mean associating with the likes of Treasure Hoarders? If he weren't holding his phone right now, Cloud would have crossed his arms. ]

Sorry to disappoint. But I'll work for whoever pays me right.

[ Though he thankfully doesn't leave that statement hanging in the air for long, a beat before adding, ]

'Cept I draw my line at stuff like robbing people or getting kids involved. Straightening out crooks or clearing out monsters is more my speed.