"And that's why I wanted you to be back by 4pm. Well, technically, it's past 4 pm now." The four of them nearly jumped as they were startled by Ash voice looming in. Ash muttered an apology as he and Seth reached out for some water which was placed on the table and drank it. Ash decided not to talk for a while as he let them digest all the information while calming the erratic beating of their hearts. It wasn't until a few minutes later that Team started speaking when they were remotely relaxed and ready to continue the discussion.
"Okay. So we finally . . . uhm, we finally figured out our current situation. Since you decided to take over the spotlight, I'm sure you've already formulated some strategies for our mission tonight, right?" Team said as he stared at his bestfriend and gave him a knowing look, which Ash returned by nodding. Their bestfriend bond was deep enough to know what the other was thinking and it enables them to communicate their thoughts mentally. Well, not that they really knew what the other was thinking, but they have this remote feeling and familiarity that enables them to blend and act according to their bestfriend thoughts.
"Yes. That's why I wanted you guys to be back early. Anyway, now that we are here, let's discuss what you will expect during the infiltration tonight. And how you should act accordingly, based on the information you just received." All of them nodded as they leaned closer to the table while Ash was laying out the map.
"Our current location is here, we're at the 949 Grand Ave. And the Club is just north of our position. It only takes a 3 minute walk to get to the club from our here."
"You're truly a brilliant man, brother. I thought you just choose this location because it's near the bus station. I mean, transportation will be relatively easy for us in case we have to follow the Black Clan somewhere else. And now I get it why you chose this location among all other places we could have stayed in once we were here. I mean, I know we were going to Wausau, but I was wondering before where we would stay once we arrived. And now, obviously my question was answered by the revelation we had earlier." Rose said as she watched her brother's in amusement. She will be forever amazed and proud of just how brilliant their minds are. She knew she could never do that as she wasn't blessed with an intelligent mind like theirs.
"Indeed. So, now that the issue of the location has been cleared, let's proceed with our strategy once we enter the club. Listen, I appreciated what you guys did when we raided other club. But, as much as possible, I don't want to repeat the same mistake again. Alright?" Ash didn't mean to sound harsh. He just wanted to protect them from the authority wrath, but he suddenly felt guilty as their eyes softened, guilt written all over before they bowed their heads down in shame. Ash couldn't help but release a heavy sigh as guilt washed over him for reopening the wounds from that experience.
"I—I am sorry. I never mean it like that. But—"
"It's— It's okay, Ash. Really, don't bother with us. I know this mission will never be the same as before. You took great care to analyse the whole situation. I am sure this mission will be a successful one. And, wha—what do you need us to do?" Team replied as he tried to keep his voice neutral, but the rough edge in his voice from trying to restrain his feelings said it all.
Ash knew Team was doing his best to keep his cool as they proceeded with the discussion about this mission. He hated it when he gets emotional in front of his teammates. Ash chose to let go and accept Team reply, not wanting his bestfriend to go through the emotional torture once again."This time, our main mission is to infiltrate the club, to know the truth behind the Fairy history. We are there to confirm if the information we got is indeed true, as well as their association with the Black Clan. And lastly, once we've confirmed everything, we need to interrogate them about the mystery note, as well as the Black Clan plans. Got it?" All of them nodded in understanding as they got the information of their mission for the night."But Ash, how do we infiltrate the club? If we're correct in our assumption that this is the Fary Clan, or the former Wild Hunt's den, then I think they will be prepared for any intrusion or attack from the author
"Tsk. We don't really have any choice, do we? But that's fine. I love being a badass, anyway. And I'll be badass enough to kick their asses and punch them so hard in the face they'll see stars." Team said as he crossed his arms over his chest and gave them a cocky smirk. All of them huffed in annoyance while Ash just rolled his eyes and ignored his bestfriend witty statement."Anyway, we needed to engrave the Fairy Clan symbol into one of our clothes, so I had Seth add some details to the sweaters we'll be wearing tonight. We will pretend that we're one of them who were in club last time. Well, technically we were there, but with a different identity. We will also tell them what happened in club, the person who were "captured" by the warri, and the mystery note of the Balck Clan.""Wait! I don't like that we need to share some sensitive information to our own enemy! We're the ones who tried hard and kicked our own asses just to solve the
"Alexander, I-I want Alexander to just stay here and guard the apartment." All of them widened their eyes and gasped in shock as they stared at him like he'd gone insane. Alexander, on the other hand, just raised his eyebrows questioning."Ash, do you really expect me to just stay here and do nothing when I came all the way here for you? While all of you, and especially you Ash, are out somewhere risking your life during a dangerous mission?""That's precisely why I cannot let you come with us on this mission, Alexander. It's because it's too dangerous. For one, you're a civilian. I know you've already done too much for this group, and we, no, I-will be forever grateful for that. But we cannot risk you anymore, please understand that as a warrior, it is our duty to keep you safe as much as possible. Plus, you're not really useless if you choose to stay here. You can guard this apartment, in case someone might get suspicious of
It took less than 5 minutes for them to get to the rumored and popular gay stripping club. The five of them walked down the streets until they stood in front of Grand Gentlemen's Club. Everytime they heard the name of the club, they couldn't help but tense up and a tight knot could be felt in the pit of their stomach. They felt rather awkward hearing that kind of name for a club as well.But that was not the only thing that was making them sweat like crazy and feel the erratic beating of their heart as they stood in front of the club's door.Unlike most of the clubs Rose and Team had known, this one was unbelievably quiet.They couldn't hear any noise coming from inside. Nor could they see any drunk, intoxicated and horny people coming to and from the club. They couldn't see the wonderful neon lights that flashed everywhere, bringing the party ambiance and color to the club.Instead, what they saw in
The first thing they noticed inside the club was that, the entire place was covered in darkness. They blinked to adjust their eyes from the change in environment and from then on they could see some candle lights placed in torch-like lamps on either side of the hallway. The walls were painted black, causing it to blend with the surroundings. Their shoes, especially Rose long stiletto heels were reverberating loudly in the emptiness as they walked through the hallway.All of them widened their eyes as they recognised the paintings that hung on either side of the wall. The paintings were full of faeries, fantasies, even fallen angels, and the war that happened between the archangels, with the lead of Michael overthrowing Lucifer. Basically, all of the paintings portrayed histories, folks, and tales about the faeries.At the end of the hallway was a heavy locked door and at the side there was a man sitting behind a desk, who Seth assumed was the recept
"A pleasure to meet you, Fey newbies. I will now be escorting you towards M. Robe. Welcome to the club." The man said as he bowed to them for some courtesy. Even though they were technically newbies, they were still guests in this club. Only then the group got a first glimpse of what the inside of the club looked like. Like a typical club, it was a total wreck. Bright and flashing neon lights were scattered everywhere. The dance floor was like an abused chess board. On its black and white squares were spilled drinks and broken glass. With the lights lit for clean up the whole scene that had most likely seemed so exciting and sexual only minutes before now had all the ambiance of a dirty toilet. The painted on smiles of the staff were now sagged into the epitome of exhaustion and no-one could wait for the night to end. But the clothes the of the night clubbers wore here were very different from typical ones. Their features and appearances made them look like fan
Finally, Seth decided to break the deadly silence by reasoning with the girl in front of him."Bu-but that's impossible! M. Robeis a man, not a girl. That's why the name is M. Robe. It stands for Mr. Roberts." Seth argued but the girl just rolled her eyes in annoyance and scoffed at him."Are you really that naïve? My name is M. Robe. M stands for May. And the system in every clan is to only use their last name. Unless you're a member of the upper echelons, then you have authority to be addressed by your first name." The girl, who finally revealed herself as May Robe, or May, explained."Even better! Are you cheating behind my back, you dumbass!" Team roared as he glared at Seth."What! Of course I'm not! You are not my boyfriend idiot! It's true! I really didn't know that Robe was a girl! I-""Oh please shut the fuck up and quit making excuses! You're going to be so dead you bastard!" Te
"So I guess you already reached that phase, huh. Since you are a Fey Clan member like me, let me answer your question honestly-"This time Ash pressed the record button to create evidence of this conversation."Yes. The Wild Hunt came from the Fairy Clan group." Ash and Seth tensed up as their theory was just affirmed by a member of the Fey group. They said nothing in response, waiting for her to continue the conversation."You already know the history, right? The reason there was so much missing information about the Wild Hunt, is because at that time, the Fairy Clan got divided into two separate forces.""Separate forces? What do you mean? I thought the Fairy Clan was united in their mission and goal? This is getting confusing.""Alright, I'll tell you the whole story of the Fairy Clan before we conclude the Wild Hunt's association to us." May said as she grabbed another