[Getting no attention from the Snivy, the Tepig resorts to rubbing its head against Rider's boots, hoping to be fed or petted (it's pretty shameless in how it plays nice with everyone and anyone, provided they're not actively hostile). Hijikata, meanwhile, turns more serious and lowers his voice, even as he crouches to carefully pet the Snivy's head with just one finger (it seems delicate, okay!)]

What rumours do you mean? If it's about any kind of crime, I can pretty much confirm that it's true. This place is a goddamn carnival for criminals. I don't think there's a single business with an ethical company codex down here.