Hailey~
I blinked twice, making sure I heard her right.
"What the hell!!!" My eyebrow furrowed in shock and somewhat disgust. I wasn't expecting that suggestion. Evelyn looked so relax it was as if she knew what my reaction would be.
"Please, Don't tell me that's what do?."
I added, my mind still trying to process the thought of it.
"Relax.." Evelyn said and burst into laughter staring at me like I was some muse or a joke to her. My mind was racing with thoughts that I want to pour out, but I don't know where to start.
"It's not a one-night stand per say. In fact I'm still intact since birth. I'm still a virgin".. I don't know what she was trying to convey but I was no longer interested in the idea anymore.
"Eve, be honest with me, I just want a quick job so I can work and earn money even if it's half the bill". I said trying my best to sound nice.
"You don't understand, do you? Well, let me break it down for you."
"Yes please do cause I'm confused" I said.
"I work for a secret agent company."
Woahhh
"Girl, are you for real?" I interrupted. Secret agent companies are not common,
They are called secret agent for a reason, duh.
I reminded myself, but I really thought stuffs like happen only in the movies.
Evelyn chuckled lightly before sipping from her drink then gently placing it on the glass table.
She brought out phone then tap on a few keys before she turn the screen to face me. Before me was her ID.
It was real!!!
"You're first person I've told about this and I plan on including you to my team, since you're in need of urgent money, so are you in?"
I stared at her in awe. Of course I'm in need of urgent money but can I do it? I gave it lots of thought. Would I be send to kill someone? Or partake in a fight? Evelyn quietly stood up and walked towards the wine cabinet to refill her cup. It appears she's just cool with everything.
"Take your time." She said. Time! time! time is what I don't have.
You're running out of time Hailey, just agree to it. My conscience kicked in, troubling and urging me on to agree to Evelyn's offer. I'm doing it for my sister… for Ava. I let out a deep sigh.
"Alright, I'm in." Evelyn's eyes brightened up with a smile. She sat down beside me.
"In as much as I'm not killing anyone or loosing my V-card , then I'm up".
"I knew you'd come around." Evelyn said, patting my shoulders.
"So, what now?" I asked.
"There's a high-profile party happening on Saturday, dignitaries from various countries will attend including some of our target. I'll introduce you to someone who'll brief you on your assignment."
My interest piqued, I leaned in, listening carefully.
"I'm in a team called 'The Seduction'. Our role is seduce men the we extract information from them without arousing suspicion, Afterward, we'll need to lay low." I found the concept intriguing, but the part about going into hiding raised concern. I nodded thoughtfully.
She looked at me waiting patiently for a question but I just remained silent. My silence made her continue her explanation.
"My last Job was on a drug dealer in Germany. I was tasked with getting the boss's attention. I literally went to every single party and club he attended, stalking him, watching him, getting familiar with his circle and all of that. Soon he noticed me at a dance where I was one of the strippers." My eyes widened in shock,
oh my God!
"What do you expect, I know it went against my principles, but the financial gain was just too tempting to resist. I had to" . She said with a shrug, sipping her drink.
"Sorry but if I may ask,how much were you paid?" I had to ask because I wasn't comfortable with it.
"$240 thousand by the company and $120 thousand that I earned from dancing round a pole and couple of thousands The boss gave me, which I handed over to the company as evidence". She said, fluently.
That is huge, the pay is so high!!
Now I'm super duper interested in this. All my fear went out the window.
"Gurl… the boss was obsessed with me. We chatted in the inner room with few of his men. We did make out and without wasting time the coward booked a room in one of the fanciest hotels so we could spend the night together unaware of gadgets I fixed on my body. Our conversation and movements were all studied by the company. They were listening and they followed our every move".
I was completely absorbed in her story, my drink forgotten on the table. The scene unfolded like a movie, and I felt honored that she trusted me enough to share it with me.
"Soon we where in a barely lit room, decorated with rose petals, I won't lie it was romantic. He was a bit tipsy from the party and so eager to let loose the beast in him. To be honest he was rough with me, tearing off my expensive red seductive dress I got from fashionova, I tried my best to slow things down but I couldn't, so instead of drugging his drink I used the syringe instead."
"Eve you're so brave." At this point I have to commend her actions. She folded her collar and revealed a big mark like a bite.
"That idiot bit me."
"Oh no, I've you treated it?"
It look like it would leave a little scar.
"Yes, the company took care of my treatment." She replied then proceeded to continue her narration.
"I asked if he had protection, but he said he preferred it raw. I felt disgusted. Even letting him hold me was enough to make me puke, but I kept reminding myself that I was doing it for the money." I could understand Eve's irritation. I get disgusted when men say dirty things not to talk of letting touch me. The thought of it alone was indeed irritating.
"I told him I brought a few condom, that they where in my purse. That was when the Moron let go of me. Thanks to the poorly lit room I was able to slip the syringe into my hands without him seeing. He was busy undressing. With a surge of adrenaline and desperation, I mustered every last bit of strength and lunged at him, shoving him onto the bed. I pounced on him, capturing his lips in a fiery kiss, pretending to be caught up in the moment.
But before he turned me over I pulled out the syringe containing sedative and stabbed him on the neck. He didn't see it coming, he roared in anger. He tried to push me off but stayed glued to his body like a magnet, making sure all the liquid went into his body. Seeing I wasn't letting go he bit my neck, before he finally passed out."
Woah! I was amazed. I can't imagine myself in such situations I will jump out the window, ruining the entire mission out of fear.
"What did you do after that?" I asked so intrigued.
"I called in the other team: 'The underdogs'. They are in charge of cleaning up all the mess. Before the boss's guards noticed anything, they were ambushed by the underdogs and handed over to the police while the boss was arrested and taken in for questioning. After that I received full payment, the company sponsored my visa to New York including my hotel bookings." Evelyn concluded, she looking satisfied. I wonder how long she has been working for this company, risking her life all for money.Yes money! Money is everything. I quickly remembered Ava, my heart sank. She must have woken up and the weight of her health issue rested in again. Evelyn noticed and she held my hand in hers.
"Hailey, the party coming up on Saturday is the best shot at securing money for your sister's treatment, I'd love to help you but I'm also faced with challenges," Evelyn said her voice laced with emotions.
"My mom is in Dubai fighting for her life with stage 4 breast cancer and my younger brother just started university. It's tough without my dad."
"Eve…" I said, my eyes welling with tears. We both have our mountains to climb, "We're both fighting to save our loved ones". I said, tears streaming down my face. Eve's expression was somber.
"There's a difference, Hailey. My mom's situation is hopeless…I'm just trying to make the most of the time she has left. But your sister…there's still a chance."I interrupted her, my voice shaking.
"shhh!! Don't say that." We wrapped our hands around each other, holding on tightly. As sad as it was, she was right. As soon as we pulled back, Eve face suddenly lit up with a laugh. Her ability to find joy in the darkest moments has always amazed me.
"Look at us crying like babies, we thought adulthood would be easier." I said, trying to lighten the mood. Evelyn smiled, she quickly gulped down the wine in her glass. It seemed she'd develop a taste for it lately.
"If you're ready to meet with my manager today, I can take you to her".
The manager was lady?? How fascinating. I thought
"Of course let's go, there's still time". I said. I knew Ava would be upset but I'm doing this for her, for us.
"I'll go get dressed". She said before standing up leaving me along in my thoughts. I quickly brought out phone, I brought out the number that was given to me by the nurse, I dialed it and gave her a call.
"Good afternoon, please who am speaking with?" She sounded so formal and professional.
"Nurse Ruth it's me, Hailey".
"Oh Hailey, how are you?" Her tone changed this time laced with warmth.
"I'm fine, How is my sister doing? Has she woken up?" I asked a bit tensed.
"Your sister is out of danger for now, it appears she's a strong fighter. But, she still unconscious".
I let out sigh of relief but the unconscious part was not settling in, that means she has not eaten.
" thank you very much, I'll be back in the evening".
"Okay ma'am". She replied before ending the call.
Just then, I remember Ashley, I quickly texted her.
("Let's meet at the hospital tonight, take care")
I don't know if should tell Ashley on what I'm about the newfound job or not. I know she wouldn't be in support but I'm in serious need of money, she'll have to reconsider.
As I pondered, sound of clicking of heels broke my train of thoughts. I looked up, my eyes widened at the sight of Evelyn, exuding elegance and poise .Her presence was captivating, and I could see why her mission was a success.If I was 'drug boss guy' I would fall for her a thousand and one times.
She radiated confidence and sophistication, from her hair to her eyes, lips her figure, she looked majestic.
I can't picture myself standing close to her, she's just way up there. I felt a twinge of admiration and perhaps a slight wave of jealousy, but it quickly dissipated. She deserves this things, she deserve to shine.
How do I look?" She asked, twirling around to showcase her outfit. giving me the pose and all I couldn't help but gush.
"Girl you look absolutely stunning and gorgeous!" I complimented.
She was wearing a black designer tube gown which hugged her curves perfectly and a matching silver heels, adding a touch of glamour.
She didn't even apply makeup just few jewelries dangling on her ears and wrist.
She chuckled happily. "Thank you very much. I've not seen the manager for months, so I have to look good so she can give me another task". I nodded in agreement cause we seriously do need that money.
"Do you want to change into something else?"She asked, but I shook my head.
"No I'm okay, let's go before it gets late."