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Kelly’s expression darkened, realizing the extent of Patrick’s menacing influence.
“Feeling scared now? Regretting stirring up trouble with Zev? His kind of background only brings trouble. Cecil pointed at himself. “Look at me; I’m just an orphan, with no complex family ties to worry about. No in–laws to deal with, no family drama…”
Kelly gave Cecil a helpless look. “Weren’t you in the army for a bit before you played terrorist?”
Cecil’s rogue nature seemed to be taking over.
He joked that if this undercover gig lasted much longer, he might just end up leading the terrorists.
In Solmaris, it had been just him, Lucas, and Zev. After Lucas died and Zev was outed, Cecil nearly became their leader.
Realizing he might be enjoying the rogue life a bit too much, Cecil straightened up. “So, you still want to make that call to Zev?”
“Yes, Mr. Bowen, I’d appreciate making that call,” Kelly spoke with measured politeness, her eyes pleading
Cecil was her only hope now.
He smirked. “Funny. I’m actually quite hungry.”
Kelly took a deep breath, her patience thinning. “What would you like to eat? I’ll get it for you.”
“Eating out isn’t safe; I worry about things like recycled oil, and I can’t exactly go out in public.” Cecil
chuckled.
“Then I’ll get delivery,” Kelly offered.
“That won’t work either. Ordering a bunch of takeout here will raise suspicions,” Cecil replied with a wry smile.
Kelly realized Cecil was intentionally being difficult.
“So what exactly do you want?” Kelly asked, suppressing her frustration.
She needed Cecil’s cooperation, so she had little choice but to comply.
“Some groceries were bought a few days ago; you could cook something for me,” Cecil suggested, eyeing Kelly.
“You don’t know how to cook?” Kelly questioned, her patience wearing thin.
If he could not, why bother having groceries?
“You need my help right now,” Cecil reminded her with a grin.
Kelly sighed deeply. “Fine, I’ll cook, but are you sure you’ll eat it?”
“Why wouldn’t I?” Cecil responded with a smirk.
“Okay, I’ll get on it,” Kelly conceded.
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Normally, Zev handled the cooking. However, Cecil was bold enough to trust her culinary skills which Zev himself was cautious about.
Not that her food was inedible, it just was not particularly good.
Kelly had been pampered growing up; cooking had never been a requirement. Her college meals were simple, mostly just noodles. Her skills were admittedly lacking.
Even Jasper was not a fan.
Kelly busied herself in the kitchen and managed to prepare a variety of dishes.
Cecil was not fussy. He surveyed the spread and seemed satisfied.
However, his expression changed after the first bite. “You doctors really eat this healthy, huh? Everything’s so bland.”
Kelly coughed awkwardly. “Eating low–salt, low–fat meals is healthy. That’s how we prepare food for patients in recovery at the hospital … ”
Cecil accepted her explanation, evidently not too concerned about the flavor, and finished everything on his plate.
“Can I make a call to Zev?” Kelly asked Cecil, her tone laced with nervousness.
“I’m a bit thirsty,” Cecil responded, seizing the opportunity to make a demand.
Clenching her teeth, Kelly got up to fetch him some water. Cecil, meanwhile, dialed an international number on his phone. “What’s the current status?”
“There’s a new batch of people here, highly alert. I’ve heard they’re planning to eliminate Zev to prevent any surprises… ” came the reply from the other end.
If pushed too far, Patrick will have no choice but to silence them.
Beau has been captured but remains silent, leaving Patrick worried about exposure.
It was crucial that Beau be dealt with, and Zev, who poses a potential threat, must also be eliminated.
“Try to get Zev on the phone,” Cecil instructed, squinting thoughtfully.
Provoking Patrick might force him to act rashly against Zev, which could be used to orchestrate Zev’s faked death, allowing him to return under the radar.
“The group has gone out; you have a short window. Make it quick,” said the operative as he slipped into Zev’s room to hand him the phone.
“Beau’s been captured. Patrick’s probably panicking by now. You’ve really stirred the pot, making him. desperate to silence you. Joe and Nigel are prepped to help fake your death, and Herman will back you up for your return,” Cecil relayed over the phone.
Zev’s voice, hoarse from strain, came through. “Understood. How’s Kelly? Is she safe?”
“If you don’t make it back soon, I might just take her for myself,” Cecil jested, trying to provoke Zev.
“She wouldn’t stand for you,” Zev retorted, annoyed.
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“I was about to let you chat more, but maybe not…” Cecil teased, pretending to end the call.
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“Wait! Please, I was wrong. Kelly and I owe you so much…” Zev quickly backpedaled, trying to keep Cecil on the line.
Kelly approached with the glass of water just as Cecil was about to hang up.
He handed her the phone.
“Just a bit longer, I don’t have much time. Can I please talk to her?” Zev pleaded from the other end.
When Kelly grabbed the phone, Zev was still desperately pleading with Cecil.
Kelly held the phone, her throat tight, tears reddening her eyes, her body shaking, unable to utter a word.
She clutched the phone tightly, aware that time was of the essence, yet her nerves rendered her speechless.
On the other side, detecting the silence, Zev surmised her state.
His voice lowered to a whisper, “Honey?”
Only her sobs answered him, and Zev continued, “Kelly, I’m okay, don’t worry. I’ll be back soon.”
“Okay,” Kelly managed to respond, her voice thick with tears.
“Miss me?” Zev wished he could say more, but the moment was not right. “Just stay safe, take it easy, and watch out for Patrick. You can trust Oscar, Gary, and Ken…
Zev’s voice trailed off, thick with emotion. “He’s trustworthy too.”
Kelly, taken aback, wondered what Zev had learned to trust Ken.
Perhaps accepting that his uncle, who had adored him from childhood, was part of a terrorist network was harder than trusting Ken.
“Things are more intricate than we know; wait for me,” Zev said gently.
“I’ll wait for you to come back,” Kelly whispered back.
“Enough of that, is this the time to whisper sweet nothings?” Cecil, seeing Kelly’s tears, impatiently took the phone. “If you really care about your Honey, find a way to get back quickly.”
“I will.”
Zev ended the call, and Cecil turned to Kelly. “He’s alright. He won’t die. I’ve shot him before, and he survived…”
“Thank you,” Kelly said, offering Cecil a grateful smile.
Cecil paused, smiling back.
His years undercover, he imagined, were for a day like today: when justice would prevail, the be caught, and the truth would come to light … all leading to someone finally saying thank you.
ity would
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