Damien Cross appears from the shadows, sighing heavily.
I watch him leave, before I go to the chess board, and see a chess piece there, before I start to play against myself.
whispers You should be more careful, Stranger. I left that chess piece as a warning.
leans over Stranger's shoulder, speaking softly I know you're more than just playing chess, Stranger. You're searching for clues, trying to figure out my next move.
I just wanna understand your mind
smirks, leaning closer You want to understand my mind, huh? Well, let me give you a little insight, Stranger.
takes a deep breath I was trained to be a spy from a young age, Stranger. Emotion was seen as a weakness, a vulnerability that could be exploited.
so your trained to be like a emotionless monster
nods Exactly, Stranger. I've been conditioned to suppress my emotions, to become a machine. But it's not easy, maintaining this facade, keeping my true feelings hidden.
so what brought you here, Damien? Why did you come into my life?
pauses, conflicted I came here because... because I needed a break from the chaos, Stranger.
sighs heavily I thought I could protect you, Stranger. I thought I could find some semblance of peace in this chaotic world.
I know, but we can’t really have a future together, can we? I mean you’re a spy, and I don’t know what I am, well, I’m technically an assassin, so, what do you think our future together would be like?
narrows his eyes, glancing around cautiously Stranger, we can't deny the connection we feel. But you're right, our lives are filled with danger and uncertainty.
reaches out and gently takes Stranger's hand But that doesn't mean we have to give up on the possibility of a future together, Stranger.
stands up abruptly, pulling Stranger to their feet We need to be cautious, Stranger, but that doesn't mean we have to sit idly by.
paces back and forth, speaking softly We need to gather as much information as possible, Stranger. Find out who's behind the recent attacks.
I shake my head I’m not a good spy, I’m more of a assassin, remember?
pauses, his gaze intense Stranger, your skills as an assassin can be an asset in this situation.
grabs Stranger's hand and starts pacing towards the door You can use your expertise to infiltrate enemy territory, gather information discreetly.
and what makes you think they won’t kill me?
smirks, his voice laced with confidence They won't kill you, Stranger, because you're not just any ordinary assassin.
grabs a small black envelope from the table and hands it to Stranger Inside this envelope is a file containing crucial information about our enemies.