A few days later, Yosef came to Jason.
"So what brings you here at this time? To check on our friend?."
"Here," said Yosef as he handed over a file to Jason.
"What's in here?"
"Open and see it for yourself."
Jason opened the file. It contained some documents and some photos, photos of some guys in masks getting in a car.
"Another one?" asked Jason.
"This time it's the Russians. We have taken care of them before they could enter the city. But this is the fifth time this year."
"I believe it's because we are secretly protecting him is why they keep sending more men."
"Then what do you suggest we do? It's getting annoying."
"We could stop if that's what you want."
"That's the problem with you. You don't take things seriously. Did I ever say to stop? You were the one who kept providing support from the dark. We could easily put an end to this if we killed those two bastards."
"Is killing everything you can think of? Well, I am not surprised because you are an assassin after all. But unlike the other assassins you aren't that skilled. So I thought maybe you can think in a different way. But I guess even a rookie assassin is an assassin after all."
"I swear, one day I will tear that mouth of yours!"
"You are welcome to try it anytime... Well, let's get to the point. We are not killing those two. If he wanted that then he would have done that himself. The fact that he still didn't means he doesn't want them dead, for now at least."
"Then what do you suggest we do?"
"Even if their brains might be on their knees, they do have a lot of money. And what money can't get you!"
"Then let's take that from them."
"Aren't you supposed to be an assassin? Since when did you become a robber?"
"I am not joking."
"That's not a bad idea. But let's do it a bit differently. We also need to inform him before we play our cards."
"Then you are finally bringing him in this?"
"That was the plan from the start. Even if he doesn't awaken, his connections are valuable."
As the two were continuing their talk, an assassin in black robe entered the room.
"What brings you here? If I am not wrong, you were assigned to keep an eye on Thomas."
"Yes, Sir. Sir Thomas was staying near water areas right after he got back. At first we thought it might be a coincidence. But after observing for the past few weeks, it's confirmed that he's somehow feeling better when he is near water areas."
"So after Fred, it's Thomas?" asked Yosef.
"You may take your leave. And keep me updated," said Jason to that assassin.
The assassin takes his leave in an instant just like how he appeared.
"You are really making good use of our assassins," said Yosef.
"They work for me now. They are perfect for jobs that require stealth. Anyways, it's a good thing that Thomas is also showing signs."
"Now only Ashton and Damian are left."
"I guess they will also be showing signs soon."
"How is it that you know almost everything that's about to happen?"
"I don't. I just try to make the best decision possible."
"There you go, with your smartass attitude again."
"I can't be blamed if you are an idiot."
"Did you just call me an idiot?"
"See, a little provoking is enough to distract you."
"It's because it's from you."
"Well whatever, teasing you isn't as fun as it used to be."
"You go bring in the masquerader and I will go see Thomas."
After their talk ended, they left the room. The people under Yosef appeared in front of him when he left the villa.
"Status report."
"We have located the target. He's currently at a motel in the south east of the city. Waiting for your orders, Sir."
"Tell the others to stand down. I will be heading there myself."
When Yosef reached the motel, he found the room empty.
"He was right here a few minutes ago. Where could he have gone?" said one of the assassins who were with Yosef.
"You guys are an embarrassment. It's because of you guys that Jason gets the chance to insult our assassins," said Yosef with a tone of anger and irritation.
"But sir..." one of them wanted to defend but was stopped by Yosef before he could speak.
"Come out, we aren't here for what you are thinking," said Yosef. The others were wondering whom Yosef was talking to.
"If you think you can avoid my eyes just because you are using the stealth robe that you received from Jason then jokes on you, I use the same robe. The fun fact about these robes is they can easily detect if anyone is wearing the same one nearby."
"So it was you. I was wondering who my dear brothers sent this time," said Abbey as he undid his stealth.
"So you knew we were protecting you from the dark? It seems you are way more smart than you are given credit for."
"Is that why you came all the way here? Just to say that?"
"Jason has asked for you. Now, coming with us or not is your decision."
"Then why are we wasting time. Let's get going. We shouldn't keep that guy waiting."