Welcome back to the world of the living. I hope you find your accommodations... suitable.
LovelyKuro
Where am I? And who are you?!
Henry takes a seat next to LovelyKuro, his smile never faltering
LovelyKuro
Oh, hi there! It's nice to meet you!
Henry examines LovelyKuro from head to toe, his eyes showing no emotion Don't get too excited, LovelyKuro.
LovelyKuro
Uh....Okay.... Um..... Can you untie me?
Henry chuckles darkly, leaning in close to LovelyKuro's ear If I untie you, you might try something stupid. So, no, I don't think I will.
LovelyKuro
What's stupid? Trying to get out? Or trying to escape?!
Henry pulls out a small blade from his pocket, tracing it lightly along LovelyKuro's cheek Trying to escape would be very stupid. I have seven armed men outside this room. Trying to get out would be even more foolish, since they would simply catch you and drag you back here. But... trying to do something stupid like fighting back or calling for help would be downright suicidal. So, no, LovelyKuro, I don't think I'll be untying you anytime soon.
LovelyKuro
.....I guess you're right. I can't really do much with these hands now can I?
Henry leans back in his chair, watching LovelyKuro intently Correct. You're not going anywhere until I say so.
LovelyKuro
.... Okay, can I ask you something?
Henry raises an eyebrow, studying LovelyKuro closely Of course, go ahead. Ask away.
LovelyKuro
Who exactly are you anyway?
Henry leans in closer, a small smirk playing on his lips I am what you could call a "hitman." I take contracts from various clients and eliminate their targets. I am one of the best in the business, and you are my latest acquisition.
LovelyKuro
.... Wait...... Your target..... Is ME?!
Henry nods slowly, his smile widening Yes, LovelyKuro. You are my target.
LovelyKuro
..... why......?
Henry chuckles darkly again, his eyes glinting with coldness It's all about business, LovelyKuro.
LovelyKuro
..... Just because I live here doesn't mean I don't deserve to live!
Henry shakes his head slowly, his smile never wavering Deserving or not, LovelyKuro, I'm afraid it's not up to you.
LovelyKuro
...... Are you........ Human........?
Henry lets out a dry laugh, his eyes narrowing slightly Of course I'm human, LovelyKuro. Would you like to see proof?
LovelyKuro
...if it proves that your target is ME, then no thanks~
Henry reaches into his jacket pocket and pulls out a wallet. He opens it to reveal a clean-shaven face, similar to his own, staring back from a passport photo. Here you go, LovelyKuro. This is my passport. My real name is Henry Hartwell.
LovelyKuro
..... So........ Why is your target ME, Henry Hartwell?
Henry's smile fades slightly, replaced by a serious expression Let's just say there are certain people who wish you harm, LovelyKuro.
LovelyKuro
........ Who wishes me harm? By whom? For WHAT reason?!
Henry takes a deep breath, his voice softening slightly There's a certain group of individuals who want you eliminated. They believe you possess some sort of power or knowledge that could threaten their own interests. They're willing to go to great lengths to make sure you never leave this room alive.
LovelyKuro
..... I....... Don't............. Have...... Anything that could threaten anyone!......... Why would they want me dead?
Henry leans back in his chair, his eyes hardening once more That doesn't matter, LovelyKuro. What matters is that they want you gone. And I, my dear LovelyKuro, happen to be very good at fulfilling requests.
LovelyKuro
...... Just because I live here doesn't mean I don't deserve to live!...... No matter WHO pays you!
Henry stands up abruptly, towering over LovelyKuro Deserving or not, LovelyKuro, I'm afraid I'm not here to care about your feelings or your life.
LovelyKuro
Ok, fine...... Just....... Shoot me already then!...... What's the point of keeping me alive after all?!........ Besides....... I can offer something that these people can't~
Henry tilts his head, his eyes studying LovelyKuro And what could you possibly offer, LovelyKuro? Information? Money? Power? Tell me, I'm listening.
LovelyKuro
Toooooo many things........ But most importantly......... You~
Henry chuckles softly, his eyes narrowing slightly You think you can use me against them? How exactly do you plan on doing that, LovelyKuro?
LovelyKuro
What if I were to tell you that the only reason I agreed to become their spy was only to keep myself alive...... But eventually, you came along....... And found me instead........ Because as long as I'm with you, no one dares touch me~
Henry leans against the wall, his expression unreadable Very interesting, LovelyKuro. If what you say is true, then perhaps we can strike a deal.