Mission failed.

".... And it has been confirmed that the couple were not victims of the disheartening incident. Although their locations are still unconfirmed, we have reasons to believe that they're safe and-"

The voice cut short as a hand turned off the TV.

Francesca stood at the far edge of the room, scanning the entire environment. No one knew what to expect as she had failed drastically.

"You had one job." He said,placing the remote on the table.

Her lips parted to speak, but he raised a finger, prohibiting her.

"You had just one fucking job." He repeated.

"I had a minor issue." She explained.

"A minor issue ruined our plans?"

"a minor issue?! "He thundered, slamming the desk.

"do you know what it cost me to get his house infiltrated? He was already there. His bride was present. All you had to do was ensure that they were in the house. How hard could it be? "

She raised her chin in defiance. She would not let the man talk down on her.