The Four Tales by Rebecca Reddell

Author:Rebecca Reddell [Reddell, Rebecca]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Rebecca Reddell
Published: 2016-10-31T04:00:00+00:00

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“You know what you are to do?” the whisper echoed in the darkness around them.

The spot she had chosen to meet him in was secluded. Night allowed for more coverage, but she wore a hood and scarf to make sure she couldn’t be seen. On the way, she’d managed to bypass anyone else taking a late two am stroll.

She angled her head toward the doorway, so the light shined in his face, and awaited his reply. He was tall and thin with a perpetual scowl on his face. If he hadn’t come so highly qualified, she would have killed him and asked for another man to do the job.

“Yes, I know what you need me to do.” The voice was low-pitched and held a growling note to it.

Definitely a grumpy assassin, she thought.

“Don’t wait too long. Be quick and efficient,” she instructed. “Here’s the map. I expect you to fully look over the area and make your escape route ahead of time. You can’t be caught.”

“I’m not an idiot. I know what needs to be done. You’ll pay?”

“You will get the rest of the payment after the deed is accomplished. It must be executed perfectly.”

“Whatever, can I go?” He crossed his arms and moved the toothpick in his mouth to the other side.

Rolling her shoulders back and fighting the urge to annihilate him, she said, “Fine, then. Do not contact me. I will be in touch with you.”

A nod, and then the slim man disappeared from view as though he hadn't been there in the first place.

“You’d think he’d be grateful for the opportunity I’m giving him. Cretin,” she muttered.

Another shadow stepped from the wall. Turning, she shrugged at the dark form.

“I see you’re putting a lot of faith into him,” the shadow said to her.

“One can only hope my faith isn’t misplaced. You recommended him after all.”

“You know to trust me,” he said, as he approached.

“You know I do whatever I please,” she replied.

He stopped in front of her. “So, you think this plan might work?”

“I’m making sure of it. Clues are being planted and suspicions are being raised.”

“Are you sure it won’t work against you in the end? You’re playing close to the mark. What if they find out it’s you?”

“No one will ever suspect me when the next piece of evidence is revealed.”

“What made you hate them so much?” he whispered.

She took a step back and savored the way he leaned close. She could tell he was inhaling her scent. His breath tickled her hair and the side of her neck.

Taking a deep breath, she stepped back. “None of your business.”

He sighed heavily. “I just wanted to know. Some people set themselves up for failure, and I want to make sure you aren’t one of them.”

“Just follow the plan,” she told him. Pushing his shoulder, she added, “You’ll make sure the job is completed?”

One nod.

“Good.” Making sure the coast was clear, she walked around the back of the building and pulled her black hood over her head.

She tucked her hands inside her pockets.

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