~Evermore~ (Twilight x Yor)

Chapter-20 ~ The Day of Reckoning Part-1

Finally, the day of the mission had arrived. "The Day of Reckoning" was the code word used in WISE for this project. Midnight had already been posted on a building roof near the parliament, where he could perform reconnaissance and give security data.

Time: 4:00 AM

Place: WISE hideout, briefing room

Handler began with the briefing, "Good morning, agent Twilight and agent Nightfall. Midnight has already been posted outside the parliament building and we have and are currently receiving intel from him. Your equipment and disguises are ready and you can take them from the locker room after this final briefing. Nightfall, since we do not know Weigel's personality, you are to presume standard human behaviour protocol as you have learnt in your WISE training. And Twilight, the Ostanian Guard are on OOS (oath of silence) while on duty. Do not even utter a word. Always keep your back straight and gun ready. I will alert you when our contact gives us the signal of the arrival of the convoy. Not all of the Ostanian Guard arrive from the convoy itself. You see, some units have been stationed in the parliament 4 days ago to ensure there are no threats and to maximise security. Your task would be to blend in with those guards. It won't be easy but it won't be as difficult as we initially planned to do (making Twilight infiltrate the convoy itself). However... we do have a slight problem..."

Twilight replied, "What happened?"

"The post of the Ostanian Guard are regulated randomly. There would be no specific way for you to get assigned inside or outside the meeting room. You can even get assigned outside the building itself. Their posts are completely randomised so as to prevent any chance of breach in security.", she replied.

Nightfall intervened, "Are you saying that this mission is based on luck?"

She said, "No. There is one way we can overcome this hurdle. Twilight, the posts of the Ostanian Guard are changed one by one and not all at once. There would be a total of 14 guards stationed at the floor of the meeting. When the 14th, as in, the final guard is about to get assigned, you'll have to somehow intervene and already be there. This would create a confusion for their overmatch and then the last remaining guard would have to be assigned somewhere else. But the question is... how will you slip onto the second floor before the last moment...?"

Twilight responded, "Is there a washroom on that floor?"

Sylvia chuckled, "Yes... but why do you ask? Their plumbing is impenetrable..."

"Nah... I have better plan. As per the plan, I'm supposed to be posted at the parliament before the convoy arrives. And the Ostanian Guard is likely to have clearance all throughout the building. I could access the second floor washroom and wait in there until the convoy actually arrives. And while they are posting the first 2 or 3 guards, I could come out of the washroom and pretend that I am posted inside the cabinet meeting room." , he replied

Sylvia frowned, "Do you really think that the OG would really be allowed to use the restroom while on duty?"

Twilight replied, "Well, are they not?"

"I'm not sure. I'll ask our contact in the OG." , she responded.

Nightfall raised her voice, "Permission to deploy, Handler?"

"Granted. Twilight, you'll deploy now as well. Me and Midnight will be overwatch for this mission. I'll keep you guys updated through your comms. Also, Twilight, you'll be required to shift between two different comm channels since one would be connected with us and the other with OG overwatch."

(For those who don't know, overwatch = the guy in the control room who dictates field agents when they're on missions.)

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Time; 4:15 AM
Location: WISE hideout, Locker Room

"Good luck, Twilight. Not that you'll need it.", spoke Nightfall.

Twilight and Nightfall were both shifting into their disguise.

"You too, Nightfall. No matter what happens out there, do not loose your calm. Stay focused.", he replied.

Nightfall remained silent for a few seconds, "You're really retiring after this?"

Twilight replied, "Yes. This is going to be my last mission, unfortunately."

Nightfall frowned, "That is truly unfortunate. Although, I'm glad that I'll be a part of you last mission."

Twilight chuckled, "Listen, there is a chance that I could possibly land you a job at HQ after this. If you no longer want to work here, that is."

Nightfall was confused... *That offer... why is he telling me that.. I don't get it. A post at HQ... it sounds too good but I don't want to live far from Twilight. I can't accept this...*

"What's the matter, Nightfall?", he asked.

Nightfall replied, "This is going to be our most dangerous mission. In fact, the most dangerous field mission in the history of WISE... we've done infiltration operations across nuclear facilities but we've never assassinated a potential head of government. What I mean to say is, no matter if you're Twilight or not, there is a very high chance that either of us or both of us will die. So... before we deploy, Twilight..."

Nightfall's cheeks were glowing red... her face looked like it was almost about to burst...

"Twilight... I respect you a lot and I care for you.", she jumped onto Twilight and gave him a quick hug before jumping back off.

"Don't worry, Nightfall. We can still be friends after this ends.", he smiled.

*Friends.... Does Twilight think of me of someone more than just a colleague..? He just called me his friend. I love you... I love you... I LOVE YOU!!! I will never let you die... this mission is bound to go perfect.*

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Time: 5:00 AM
Location: A van in an alleyway near the Parliament Building

Midnight spoke over the comms, "Alright, guys. The food catering supply truck arrives at 6, sharp. Twilight... I'll transmit you the truck's route... think you could infiltrate it? It will be the best way to enter the building for you."

Twilight replied, "Copy that, Midnight."

Sylvia spoke over the comms, "Nightfall, you will enter the building after 3 hours. Make sure your disguise and ID card are ready. DO NOT forget the ID card as it is the most important tool."

Nightfall replied, "Roger."

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"Alright, Twilight. The truck is now waiting on a red signal at St. Gentleman's Avenue. It's now or never."

Twilight exited the van and ran towards the halted truck at the red signal. He was in his truck driver disguise. He carried a big bag on his shoulders which had his gun inside.

He knocked on the truck door, "Aye, open up. I'm from the quality assurance team. Sorry for encountering you like this, but I just received orders that I have to accompany you today. You are aware of the special security circumstances for today, yes?"

The driver was confused... (the driver didn't have the clearance to know about the cabinet meeting), "Uh...."

"Don't tell me that you are not aware of the SSS drill at the parliament today... they want everything to be perfect. Damn it, how could you not know about this..? Are you even qualified for parliament deliveries?", he spoke.

"Of course sir, I am aware of the SSS drill. I even checked all the containers properly before dispatching. " , he opened the door.

Twilight entered the truck and sat down, "Rough day, today." (Code phrase for: "I'm in." )

Midnight spoke over the comms, "Great job, Twilight."