"A hitman is a subcategory of the 'genus' Assassin. A hitman is a contract killer, generally in relation to organised crime. They are usually part of the family and so, it's not a contract. Nothing we do is contracted with Xue Yang, he's loyal to us. However, assassins are killers-for-hire, who handle contracts in a freelance capacity. And he is open to that on occasion and can be outsourced." Meng Yao clarified, giving the boy his first lesson in mafia business. It was always important to know who could do what. "Essentially, a hitman is part of your family, an assassin is an outsider."

As they entered the parking garage, Meng Yao pulled out the keys to his rental and searched out his car in the dim light. "I don't think your hair will bother him. I think all you need to focus on is understanding how it all works. You're a teenager and you're not the weirdest heir I've met. Or the most outlandish. There's one I know who keeps bunny as a hobby and the other, he dresses like he's stuck in the 1970's punk era."