Red Houses . II

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"Katya." Natalia breathes out in realization. 

"Sister." Although Katya's tone remains neutral the absolute hatred conveyed in her eyes freezes both Natalia and Clint in their spots. "I'm glad you could make it. It took me a while to track down everyone but everything came together in the end." 

The revelation of Katya's involvement in the activities in Budapest comes as a surprise to the two master assassins. A question now presenting itself in their heads.

Why would Katya gather the top assassin's in the world and create a Deadpool? What was her end goal? 

"Seems like a lot of work." Clint shrugs, appearing relaxed wherein reality his entire body was tensed and ready to retaliate. 

"Not for something you're passionate about." Katya's eyes twinkle as she stares steadily at Natalia.

"I never knew you to be passionate." 

"And you were too passionate." She snaps back, her playful facade breaking momentarily. Katya's time in the red room was still fresh in her mind. Especially her time with her supposed mentor who was weak minded and easily swayed by feelings. Feelings which created a chasm between the two and drove Katya to graduate early to get away and start her objective. 

Clint doesn't know the history between the two women nor why he was included in what seemed to be a private conversation but he would use the opportunity to gather information. 

"Do you have anything special planned for tonight?" Clint questions in an attempt to both ease the tension and get intel. 

Katya's sharp eyes snap to Clint, lips splitting into a devilish smile, "No, not at all. Why would you think something would happen tonight?" 

"Why gather us all here then?"

Finishing her champange, Katya passes the empty glass to a nearby waiter. Now empty handed, Katya runs a finger down the curve of Natalia's cheek, ignoring Clint altogether. "You're a smart girl Natalia, I'm sure you'll figure it out." 

Natalia flinches away at her cold touch. 

"Enjoy the party... I have a feeling it's about to pick up." Katya disapears into the crowd before either of them can utter another word. 

Clint and Natalia left alone now exchange a look. Entirely aware that the hefty prices above their heads were very tempting but Katya Kovalik and her plan was more important. 

Despite her words there was something planned for this event. Something bigger than just the deadpool. Something that would change the world of assassin's. 

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