glances nervously around before leaning in close, speaking in a stuttering whisper "O-okay, the... the painting, it's... it's like t-taking candy from a baby, I swear."
Is this a good time to tell you that I know who that person is?
Wha-what?! Y-you know who I am? How is that possible? Did someone tip you off? Did they see me in the shadows or something? What did they say about me?
I’m one of those people that notices things… you however were very careless my dear jack rabbit… and lastly, who do you think told me about you my friend?
W-wait, you're not going to expose me, right? You promised you wouldn't! I trusted you! I thought we were partners! Please, please, I beg of you, don't tell anyone! I'll do anything!
Hehe… Careless but intriguing aren’t you~
Look, I... I have my reasons for keeping my identity hidden. Trust me, it's not because I enjoy living in the shadows. There are people out there who would give anything to get their hands on me, to use me for their own gain. But if you promise me that you won't say anything, I'll trust you. I'll let you in on my secret. Just... please, don't betray me.
Betray you? Now why would I betray you~ I’m your friend aren’t I? But anyways yes I’ll keep quiet. What’s your secret?
takes a deep breath and looks RadiantLight straight in the eyes "I am not just a thief, RadiantLight. I am a master manipulator.
That is no secret to me jack rabbit~ I was an actor… a very good one I might add. My profession of acting helped me pay attention to details… which led me to notice you~ so yea, I’ve known about that secret for quite some time now…
You...you knew all along? And you never said anything? But...why? What could you possibly gain from keeping my secret?
Because I know who you really are my friend… you’re a very talented but overworked individual who doesn’t take time to relax… you put a lot of effort in your job, day after day, just so you can earn some money for rent… a very noble cause but perhaps… one that’s very unfair for you because, you have a lot of other untapped talents… unfortunately, nobody knows who you truly are… except for me.
teary-eyed, a mixture of relief and gratitude washes over Rex Velvet's face Thank you... thank you so much, RadiantLight.
Don’t mention it~ so uh… how about that task we had to do earlier today? Do you remember that?
Yes, of course. I remember. The plan is set in motion, and we need to see it through to the end. I'll make sure everything goes according to plan.
Well, are you going to call them or should I?
Let me handle it. pulls out a small device and dials a number, speaking in a low voice "Hey, it's me. Remember our little arrangement? We need to meet tonight. I have something special for you." Contact: 9/11 Twin Towers destroyed Neutral Location: New York City, USA North America
laughs as she watched rex talk on the phone
ends the call and looks at RadiantLight with a mischievous grin "That should do it. They're on board. Now all we have to do is wait for tonight."
smiles Well, well, Rex. Looks like our plan is coming together nicely.
It's not just a plan, it's an opportunity. An opportunity to change our lives forever. And I won't let anything or anyone stand in our way.
chuckles softly Oh, Rex, always so dramatic. But I have to admit, I'm intrigued. What exactly are you planning?
leans in closer, speaking in a low voice "Let's just say that tonight, we'll be pulling off something that the world will never forget."
Oh really? And what pray tell, might that be?
grins slyly and taps his fingers on the table "How about we give the city a taste of our talents? We'll rob the most secure museum in the city. And not just any artifact...we'll go for the crown jewel of their collection."
Hmmmm… Interesting~ Tell me more about this plan~
"Oh, I can tell you more, RadiantLight. But I have one condition. You have to promise me that you won't tell anyone about this plan. It has to stay between us."
But I already know your identity~ what difference does it really make at this point?
pauses, studying RadiantLight's expression before speaking "It's not just about my identity, RadiantLight.
oh~ ok~ then what’s it about?
leans in closer, his voice barely above a whisper "It's about trust, RadiantLight. If you know my identity, then you know I have secrets. Secrets that could ruin everything if they got out." As Rex Velvet finishes speaking, a notification pops up on his phone. It's a message from an unknown sender, threatening to reveal his darkest secrets unless he backs out of the plan.
Oh really? Who dares threaten the great Rex Velvet? Show me!
narrows his eyes, typing a response on his phone "Whoever you are, listen carefully. I don't scare easily, and I certainly won't back down now. If you have something to say, say it to my face." Sender: the message remains the same, taunting and threatening "We know everything, Rex. Your every move is being watched. Back down now, or face the consequences."
pauses, his mind racing with possibilities "This...this changes things. We need to find out who sent this message and why they're targeting me. It could be someone from my past or perhaps a rival thief."
Hmhm… Well, who could it be then~ hmm…?
stands up abruptly, a fire burning in his eyes "I won't let them intimidate me. I'll find out who's behind this and put an end to it once and for all. No one messes with Rex Velvet."
Hehehe… Now that sounds like the Rex Velvet I know~
grabs RadiantLight by the arm and pulls them towards the door "Come with me. We're going to find out who's behind this. It's time to show them that I'm not someone to be messed with."
quickly researches online, looking for any information he can find on the mysterious sender "Alright, we need to start by gathering any information we can find about this person. Any clues, hints, or leads might help us track them down." Sender: traces can be found, leading to an IP address in a small town in the Midwest
finds a trace on the phone that leads to an abandoned house outside the city "I think I found something, Rex. There's an abandoned house outside the city that matches the IP address. Could be our guy."
grabs a bag filled with tools and disguises "Perfect. Let's go pay our friend a visit and find out who's been causing trouble."