~Evermore~ (Twilight x Yor)

Chapter-18 ~ Briefing Part-1

"Good evening, Twilight. I apologise for summoning you here on such a short notice, however, our informants just gave us the message that the real date of the meeting is tomorrow, the date given to us earlier was fake. All the so called, "spy networks" were flooded by the SSS and they used this fake date. "

Twilight was not ready for this. He hadn't formulated an alternate plan to deal with this situation yet and now he is forced to act as per WISE's orders only.

Twilight was unexpectedly energetic that day, even after hearing this NEWS. He was desperately trying to think of a way out and for that he needed an energetic attitude.

"Alright Handler, what's the plan?", he asked.

"Wait, the rest of the agents will be here in a minute. It's not going to be a solo operation, obviously. ", she answered.

Loid and Handler were in the briefing hall of the WISE hideout. It was a damp compact place, but sufficient enough for the agents to work properly.

The gate opened and 2 figures walked in. One of them was a lithe skinny, but tall man. And the other was Fiona herself.

"Alright agents, we don't have much time to waste. I'll begin with the briefing now."

The 3 agents stood shoulder-to-shoulder in front of Handler.

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She commenced with the briefing,"The War Cabinet meeting will take place in the Parliament itself. Yes, that's right, the Parliament of Ostania. We have 1 informant in the security detail of the War Cabinet, and as per them the meeting would start sharp at 10:00 AM. The whole building, including all entrances would obviously be heavily guarded. The meeting room itself has a security detail of 4 guards inside and 10 situated outside. These men are members of the Ostanian Guard, most likely more trained than all of you in combat. Thus speaking, this will obviously not be an ambush mission."

Twilight interrupted, "A question... do we have any information on their vent security system?"

She frowned,"Don't be unrealistic Twilight. The ventilation system of the parliament is very compact for any human to fit in. Now... continuing with the briefing... the only way you can enter the parliament is through your disguises. Since this meeting is quite secret, the parliament won't be shutting down... meaning that parliament workers would still come to work tomorrow. Agent Nightfall, you are now Ms. Betty Weigel, a clerk for the minister cabinet. Your duty would be to serve as backup in case of any problems and the getaway driver. Weigel's shift starts from 8:00 AM and she usually drives down to the coffee house for her morning coffee break from 10:30 to 11. Giving you a perfect excuse to leave the building. Midnight, you are our reconnaissance specialist. You'll be stationed outside the parliament building at a rooftop as soon as this briefing gets over. Your job is to gather all relevant information on the entrances, security detail and any changes out of the norm outside the parliament building. Is this understood?"

Both Midnight and Nightfall answered at the same time, "Understood, ma'am."

"And as for you Twilight... you will be the one carrying out the assassination. The security detail along with their respective cabinet members will start arriving by 9:30 AM. Your objective is to blend yourself in with the security detail and get into contact with our informant on how to reach the cabinet room."

Twilight was confused, "Excuse me... what??!! You are relying on some mere informant for further instructions? If this goes wrong even by 1%, our country, no wait... the whole world is fucked!"

Sylvia smiled, "Calm down, Twilight. You can trust this man, I've seen humanity in his eyes. He won't betray us."

"Who even is he, Handler?", Twilight asked.

"A human... whose humanity outshines his greed. My own younger brother. He is a member of the Ostania Guard."

Twilight raised his voice, "Even if he is trustworthy... are you sure he can lead us to the War Cabinet room?"

"Yes. He can." , she replied.

Twilight put his hand on his chin, "Sylvia... you do realise that war is not avoidable at this point. If Donovan dies, the public will demand war and then even the majority party won't be able to do anything, which I think they themselves want war for even agreeing to have this War Cabinet meeting. Killing Desmond would not just be ineffective, but also harmful for us. The common public just wants a common enemy. By killing him, we are giving him exactly what he wants, Sylvia.", he raised his concern.

Sylvia replied, "Your point does seem to have a good argument, Twilight. However, if that meeting goes on, we have a 100% guarantee of war. I don't know about you, but I have a good sense of faith in our Diplomats and intelligence. As long as we are not caught and as long as there's no evidence that it was us, we are fine."

Twilight slammed his hand on his head, "With all due respect, Handler. You are not thinking straight. I can't even believe HQ has authorised an assassination under these circumstances. I have a better plan, Sylvia. A plan which is deceitful and sick, but it would avoid another war and the losses of so many lives. Just get me in contact with HQ. I promise, it is worth it."

Sylvia frowned again, "I don't understand it, Twilight. We are just soldiers meant to follow orders, not give orders to the god damn headquarters of Westalian Intelligence. Besides, Desmond deserves to die."

"And he will. He will die, we will kill him. We will kill him tomorrow. But what happens after and before that, is what I'm concerned about. As I said, get me into contact with HQ and I promise that I can provide a better plan.", he asserted.

"Alright, I'll see what I can do. You all may leave."

Nightfall and Midnight did not say a word and left the meeting room. Twilight tried to mumble something, but nothing came out. He went to the podium and picked up his hat and then proceeded towards the exit.

"Oh and Twilight... don't forget one thing. Even though you may be retiring after this mission, don't tell ANYONE and by ANYONE I also mean your wife about this. I know the excitement of retiring from this hellhole would be quite a lot. But still, not a word. Promise me this, now."

"I don't get why you'd even think of me doing anything stupid like that. Anyways, I promise.", he replied

She chuckled,"Great, now I must handle Midnight's posting. I'll get you into contact with the HQ within 3 hours. Dismissed. "