Valdis laughed, "Being my friend isn't a get out of jail free card, Sheena."

Her tone took on a half scolding edge, though that quickly faded. She shook her head. If Sheena knew the secrets she held onto, the ninja might think differently, though people always seemed to surprise her.

"I'm not Chief anymore, just an officer, and this city is much larger than Keeliai." Valdis sighed, "I wish I could do more."