Seeing that the bartender recognised her, Isabella worried about what the man might be thinking about her, and her curiosity surged like loud music. However, if she didn't ask, it would be a lie.“You saw the report?”"Yes, I did," the man said excitedly, pushing Isabella’s drink towards her and placing both hands on the high table like a captain taking command of his ship before a thrilling voyage.Seeing the expression on his face, Isabella's curiosity began to wane, like a wilting flower in the scorching sun.With this, she felt more relaxed, knowing that whatever the bartender knew wouldn't damage her reputation around the hotel, like a well-guarded fortress.Nevertheless, it didn't mean the bartender wouldn't say more; this way, he took a glass cup from the cup shelves rightly behind him, and hence, he poured a drink into a cup for himself from a large, dark bottle with no label, like a magician conjuring a mysterious elixir from the depths of his enigmatic repertoire.“What you
The man exuded timeless charm with his vintage attire. He was dressed in a finely tailored three-piece suit, reminiscent of the 1920s. The suit was a deep shade of charcoal grey, adorned with pinstripes that accentuated his tall, lean frame. His crisp white shirt was impeccably tucked into high-waisted trousers that tapered elegantly down to polished, two-toned Oxford shoes.In the same vein, a silk pocket square adorned his breast pocket, matching the deep burgundy tie knotted neatly beneath the collar of his shirt. His hair was slicked back, revealing a well-groomed moustache that added an air of sophistication to his overall appearance.“I am fine, thank you,” Isabella answered politely, then turned back to her drink, noticing the bartender emerging from the back room.Certainly, Isabella did not appreciate the man's fashion sense who had just approached her. Nonetheless, his voice was charming and masculine, much like his appearance, which told her deep within that he couldn't be
Hearing what the man said, Isabella's eyes expressed shock. Though she could make sense of who the man was, Alexa's words to her earlier were beginning to be real.“Is this man and the bartender one of the ninjas of assassination missions?"“How do I get out of this situation?"“My God, why didn’t I just go to the bar outside in town? Why did I come to this hotel garden bar?"As random thoughts filled Isabella’s mind like liquid substance filling up a cup and the cup overflowed, it did not mean enough time was wasted. In fact, all her thoughts lasted only about ten seconds.Nevertheless, it did not mean the man beside her did not understand the messages written in Isabella’s eyes.“What are you thinking about?” He asked. “There is nothing you would do to save you from this situation.” The man confidently said it again. His voice was a little above a whisper.Though they were not the only ones in the hotel garden bar, the more Isabella looked around, she saw more different people sitt
As Isabella asked the man to get into the boot, Isabella’s car boot at this instance opened up like a hungry abyss, ready to swallow secrets whole.Hence, even as the man pleaded, he got into the boot, and the boot closed on him. To this effect, a locked sound occurred, and Isabella rested her aim.Looking right and looking left, Isabella slipped into her car and peered into her wrist."12.30pm,” she muttered.Immediately, she pressed the button on her car dashboard, and the car itself roared to life."Welcome, Isabella; I see we have a guest." Alexa's voice sprouted out immediately.“Can you help me run a background check on him, Alexa?” Isabella asked. "Certainly, yes, Isabella. Allow me a minute, and I will be back.” Alexa answered. Right at this moment, a continuous chime sound continued to happen like the second hand of a catholic wall clock.Even so, before ten seconds, Alexa's voice sprouted again like a persistent weed breaking through the silence."Isabella, this man in you
The next day arrived like a whisper, gently unveiling the secrets of dawn. Isabella’s eyes opened slowly and moved from a blurry, hesitant vision to a clear and conscious one.She rose from the bed but remained sitting, stretching her arms and yawning like a contented feline.“Good morning, Isabella. I trust that your night was good?” Alexa’s voice suddenly broke out.Realising Alexa’s voice, Isabella, who had temporarily forgotten about the mission she had to accomplish, suddenly remembered and said quickly, “Alexa, I can't remember what time I fell asleep yesterday. Could you help me remember?”“Certainly, Isabella. I will tell you the exact time you fell asleep yesterday, and it was 1:10 PM.”“What?” Isabella exclaimed, finding what Alexa had just said to be unbelievable.“You don't believe me? Wait, I will explain,” Alexa said and continued, “Experiencing extreme physical or emotional stress, such as a severe illness, a traumatic event, or a high-stakes situation, can lead to such
As Isabella heard Alexa say this, she gently looked at her cellphone screen and saw that a video was indeed already set to play on it. In the video, she saw a man wearing a crisp navy suit that hugged his broad shoulders, with a light blue dress shirt underneath. His tie, a deep shade of burgundy, was neatly knotted. He looked sharp and composed. On the other hand, the lady was dressed in a flowing crimson evening gown that cascaded down to her ankles. The gown's delicate lace details shimmered in the soft, bright sunlight. Her hair, in the same way, cascaded in loose curls, framing her face elegantly. She also wore silver heels that added a touch of glamour to her ensemble. Being on an open plain, Isabella noticed a vast expanse of a clear cerulean sky. The sun bathed the landscape in a warm, golden glow, casting long shadows that stretched across the grassy terrain. "I love you, Billy," Isabella saw the lady yell. The lady's declaration of love burst forth from her with sudden an
Isabella was draped in a long, sleek gown that clung to her every curve, and the fabric opening daringly revealed her shapely backside like a perfectly sculpted work of art unveiled for the world to admire. Her contours and elegance were impossible to ignore.In the same way, her cleavage, showcased by the gown’s plunging neckline, was a tantalizing sight, leaving just enough to the imagination of her sexy body and fresh skin like that of a baby.Her high heels were a pair of silver heels that elongated her already graceful legs, much like those of beautiful Cinderella at the prince's party. These heels added an extra touch of sophistication to her ensemble, making each step she took seem deliberate and confident.In her hands, she carried a small, elegant clutch handbag. The clutch was made of luxurious silver leather and adorned with subtle gold accents. It was the perfect accessory, complementing her outfit, and she couldn't love her appearance enough.Her makeup was artfully done
After Alexa’s words, to which Isabella understood everything she said and was in total agreement, she stepped out of her hotel room, walked through the grand corridor of the hotel, passed by the reception, and finally through the parking lot, slipping into her car.When she entered her car, she looked into the mirror once again, and if she didn't like what she saw, it was a lie.“Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder, they say, but my own beauty lies in the eyes of everyone,” she muttered, then showed a gentle smirk on her face.Without any more time to waste, she pressed the button on the dashboard and had her car roar to life. Hence, she sped out of the parking lot and finally arrived at Ethan’s mansion.When she arrived at Ethan's mansion, as usual, she parked in the driveway at the gate. And because the security guards at the gate did not pave the way for her, she got out of her car and walked towards one of the security guards.Indeed, Isabella’s beauty was like angels' heavenl