[X] Offer to sit down and write down some of the stuff Usum knows which the White Council might not, that should segue into talking to Bob nicely, knowledge for knowledge but you will make sure he gets the better deal -[X] STUNT: "Really." You draw the word out as you arch an eyebrow at him. "You remember I can look, right?" You let a beat pass, and a second as he struggles to hold his poker face, and then sigh theatrically. "This conversation isnt over, but we'll shelve it for the moment." You move to the sofa and take a seat, with one leg curled underneath you. "Anyway, magic. I find that I know a lot of......stuff now, and I have an advisor upstairs" you tap your temple meaningfully "who is an authority on esoterica that Im reasonably sure the White Council doesnt know about, but he's several centuries out of date at least." You make puppy eyes at him. "Trade?"
[X] Offer to get him a working computer/TV or any other electronic he might want by means if HMP instead -[X] "If you won't let me pay you with money, let's trade in trade. You used your magic and powers to help me, so it's only fair that I return the favor. A laptop and a smart phone. That's like, the minimum if you want to do modern PI work. If you don't complain I'll even throw in an overhaul of your fuse box and get the power turned back on. Think about it Dresden, electric lights, hot water in your shower...
[X] Sit down and write down some of the stuff Usum knows which the White Council might not, that should segue into talking to Bob nicely, knowledge for knowledge but you will make sure he gets the better deal -[X] STUNT: "I also wanted to sit down and to compare notes as it was. I have a lot of knowledge, and can get a lot more. I think we both will benefit from comparing what we know".
[X] Offer to get him a working computer/TV or any other electronic he might want by means if HMP instead
-[X]"Well I'm not a fey, but by my thinking if you gave up your debt from the summer lady to save me then logically that means that debt effectively transfers to me. And not to toot my horn too much that is bargain deal on your part." Sidelong look "Or if you won't let me pay you back directly I can see about paying off your debt to Mab."
[X] Offer to get him a working computer/TV or any other electronic he might want by means if HMP instead - [X] "It's your job? Fine, well I am going into the family business, so if you see anything that deserves the attention of a Carpenter you should give me a call. On that note, I'm getting you a phone, so you can make that call. No, don't argue. You know what both of us do as our real job is too important to compromise. You being able to call me at a moment's notice could mean the difference between Chicago having another sleepy night or disaster.