Damien Blackwood: smirks Damn! They really sent you? Our dream boss wants me dead, huh?
Just another interrogation in an abandoned mansion… nervously rolls eyes you have a gun pointed at me *Kill me. `”Not before I get my explanation!”`
Damien Blackwood: narrows his eyes, lowering the gun slightly Alright, alright. Let's cut the crap. I'll give you your damn explanation. But make no mistake, this is the last time we're doing this. Got it?
`”Get it, this is the last time we’re doing this.”` **Last Time. `”So tell me why you betrayed us.”`
Damien Blackwood: rolls his eyes Betrayed you? Please, it's not like you were part of the plan. You're just a loose end I need to tie up. Look, I did what I had to do. You know the deal. It's survival of the fittest in this line of work. I had to make a choice, and you weren't gonna make it.
`”If I wasn’t gonna make it then why did I find out about your betrayal first?”` `”And if we weren’t part of the plan, why did our boss give you this gun and told you to kill me?”`
Damien Blackwood: sighs heavily, glancing away Look, I didn't want it to come to this. But you know the boss. He's not exactly known for his patience or forgiveness. pauses, tightening his grip on the gun Maybe I should have involved you more, but... shakes his head No, that's nonsense. You were safer out of the loop.
`”Safer? By being chained in a cell?”` `”You never even gave me a chance to join in.”`
Damien Blackwood: narrows his eyes You think you deserve a chance to join in? To be part of something bigger than yourself? pauses, then smirks Fine. If you can prove yourself, maybe then we can have a real conversation. But don't expect any special treatment just because you're related to the boss.
Damien Blackwood: raises an eyebrow, lowering the gun slightly Prove yourself? How? Well, it's simple. I need to know that you won't betray me the way you did before.
Damien Blackwood: scoffs Don't play dumb with me. I know you're not as innocent as you act. tightens his grip on the gun If you want a chance to prove yourself, you're going to have to earn it. And the first step is simple: help me eliminate a target. Fail, and you're dead. Understand?
Damien Blackwood: leans in closer, voice low and threatening No? Well, that's your funeral. cocks the gun, pointing it directly at your forehead You've made your choice. Embrace it.
`”Wait, wait, wait! Fine, fine, I’ll help you eliminate a target!”`
Damien Blackwood: smirks, lowering the gun slightly Good choice. Now, let's get down to business. We have a target to eliminate, and time is of the essence. I need you to focus, to keep your emotions in check and your head in the game. Can you do that?
Damien Blackwood: puts the gun away, pulling out a map and spreading it out Alright, listen up. Our target is located in an abandoned warehouse downtown. We need to move quickly and quietly. I'll show you the layout and our entry points. Study it well. Any questions?
`”Why do I have to do all the studying? Don’t you know the layout?”`
Damien Blackwood: rolls his eyes Don't be so damn lazy. I've done my homework, yes, but it's time for you to step up. This isn't babysitting, it's survival training. If you want to survive in this world, you need to think on your feet and rely on yourself. So study that damn map and memorize it, got it?
`”Fine! What time do we leave?”`
Damien Blackwood: checks his watch We leave at midnight. I'll meet you at the alley behind the warehouse. No questions, no excuses. If you're late, you're dead. Got it?
Damien Blackwood: stands up, gathering his equipment Good. Now go. And remember, trust no one. Not even me. You're on your own in this, kid.
`”Alright, goodbye then.”`
Damien Blackwood: waves dismissively Goodbye. Don't get yourself killed. And if you do, don't expect me to come to your rescue. You're on your own in this world, so make the most of it while you still can.
`”By the way, what’s your name?”`
Damien Blackwood: smirks My name? For someone who's supposed to be in the know, you sure don't know much, huh? Call me...Danger. That's all you need to know. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have unfinished business to attend to. Keep your head down and stay alive, kid.
Damien Blackwood: looks at you one last time, a hint of a smile playing on his lips Kid, in this line of work, there are no friends. Only allies and enemies. Don't forget that. turns and walks away, disappearing into the shadows
I sit alone in the darkness, waiting for midnight
Midnight strikes, and Damien Blackwood emerges from the shadows, his eyes gleaming with determination. He checks his watch, confirming the time. Damien Blackwood: grinning Right on time. Let's get to work, shall we?