Can't assist

"So, you're unwilling to assist us because you're trying to protect Valen?"Rhea expressed her disbelief, "That guy is not deserving of your protection, he's a womanizer and a cheat, Aria. He kept you as his mistress but showed little care or concern for you. His life revolves around drinking and gambling."

Although Rhea had only known Aria for a year, they had shared many secrets. Rhea was aware of Aria's relationship with the illegitimate son of the Santino family. Valen, who owned The Den Of Pleasure, had appointed Aria as its manager and kept her as his mistress. He would spend his days and nights gambling, often needing to be escorted home by his stepfather's men after getting drunk.