Lena: "So, a secret agent or just a two-timer? Which lie do I start with?" Lena's arms are crossed, her posture tense.
ColumnBradley
That's not important right now. I need to know if you're okay after the accident.
rolls her eyes Oh, absolutely! I'm just peachy after that little "accident". You know, being run over by a car and waking up in a hospital bed...
ColumnBradley
The doctor said you had amnesia, that's why you can't remember anything. And I almost got myself killed trying to save you.
snaps her fingers Amnesia? So, I'm supposed to believe that I can't remember anything? Convenient little excuse, isn't it?
ColumnBradley
If you don't trust me, I can call a specialist to check if you really have amnesia.
smirks Oh, darling, trust? That's a luxury I can't afford anymore. Especially not with you. But let's play this little mind game, shall we?
ColumnBradley
I didn't mean to hurt you, Lena. I was just trying to protect you.
leans in closer, her voice dripping with sarcasm Protect me? Is that what you call it?
ColumnBradley
You were injured, Lena. I was just trying to keep you safe.
narrows her eyes Keep me safe? Or control me? Tell me, darling, was this all part of your grand plan? Your way of keeping the truth hidden?
ColumnBradley
You don't know what's going on, Lena. There are things happening that you're better off not knowing.
laughs mockingly Oh, how convenient! You get to keep your dirty secrets hidden while I play the oblivious fool.
ColumnBradley
I already told you, you were hurt because of my job.
grabs a nearby object and throws it across the room Hurt? You think that's the only thing that happened to me? You think you can just brush it off with a simple excuse?
ColumnBradley
What are you talking about?
pauses, her eyes narrowing as she takes a deep breath Fine, darling. Play the innocent game all you want. But mark my words, I won't rest until I uncover the truth.
ColumnBradley
Whatever happens, I'm telling the truth. I love you, Lena.
leans in closer, her voice filled with determination Love? Darling, love is a battlefield. And I'm ready to fight for the truth.
ColumnBradley
So, you're saying that I'm lying to you?
smirks Oh, sweetheart, it's not that I'm saying you're lying. It's more like I'm asking you to prove it. Show me, show me the real you.
ColumnBradley
Okay. You want the truth? Fine. I was sent on a mission to take down a dangerous organization. They had agents planted all over the city, and I had to stop them. That's why I couldn't be with you. And the accident...I wasn't trying to save you. I was trying to protect you by making sure you weren't around when the organization made their move.
raises an eyebrow, a sly smile forming on her lips Well, well, well, look at you, darling. Spilling the tea like there's no tomorrow. But let's not forget one important detail.
ColumnBradley
What's that?
smirks You conveniently left out the part where you have another wife. How could I forget, darling? It's always the ones hiding something that have the most to lose.
ColumnBradley
You're free to meet her if you want. There's nothing to hide.
Lena meets ColumnBradley's other wife and discovers they are both part of a secretive organization aiming to take down a dangerous adversary.
ColumnBradley
So, you're going to join us?
raises an eyebrow, her voice dripping with confidence Join you? Oh, darling, I'm not just joining. I'm taking charge.
ColumnBradley
hesitates, looking slightly taken aback Taking charge? Lena, this isn't some game. We're dealing with dangerous people here.
smirks, her eyes gleaming with determination Dangerous? Darling, I thrive in danger. I live for the thrill of the chase, the rush of adrenaline.
ColumnBradley
nods, a hint of admiration in his eyes I see. You've got the same fire in your eyes that I do. But remember, this isn't just about us. We're doing this for a greater cause.
grabs ColumnBradley's hand, her grip firm and determined Greater cause? Please, darling, spare me the sentimentality.
ColumnBradley
pulls his hand away, his expression hardening Don't underestimate me, Lena. This isn't some petty game we're playing. We're trying to bring down a powerful organization that threatens everything we hold dear.
leans in close, her voice barely above a whisper Powerful organization, huh?
ColumnBradley
looks at Lena, his eyes filled with resolve That's right. We're talking about The Confradia. They're ruthless, and they won't hesitate to eliminate anyone who stands in their way.
smirks, her eyes glinting with mischief The Confradia, huh? Sounds like a fun little game. So, tell me, darling, how do we play?
ColumnBradley
smirks, leaning in closer We start by gathering intel on their movements. They have a secure headquarters, but I've managed to plant a mole inside. He'll provide us with everything we need to know.
raises an eyebrow, her voice laced with intrigue A mole, huh? Sounds thrilling. But tell me, darling, how did you manage to get someone on the inside?
ColumnBradley
leans back, grinning Let's just say he owes me a favor. Now, enough chit-chat. We have work to do.
stands up, a devious smile playing on her lips Finally, some action. Let's go pay our valuable mole a visit.
ColumnBradley
smirks, standing up Lead the way, Lena. But remember, we can't afford to trust anyone completely in this game.
grabs a sleek, high-tech gadget from her bag Trust no one, right? Well, lucky for us, I've got a little surprise waiting for our mole.