淑女的欲望

Chapter 453 Crazy Idea

Scarlett could only smile when she saw Seven's shocked expression after the video call connected. It had been a while since their last mission in Country X, where they had taken down Jude Withers.

"Good morning, Seven. You're looking as healthy as ever, bro..." Scarlett greeted him with a playful smile. Looking at how messy his hair she knows, this man had just woken up from his slumber. "Where are you right now?"

In a deep, hoarse voice, Seven replied, "Good morning, Three." He didn't offer any other response, but Scarlett noticed him moving to open a curtain as he continued to talk. When he adjusted his phone's camera, she was taken aback by the unfolding view.

"Wow! Since when did you end up in Paris?" she asked, feeling happy Seven was not far from Country M. A mere six-hour drive separated them.

"It's been a week," Seven answered, setting his phone down on the table before taking a seat. He frowned as he focused on Scarlett, clearly interested in what she had to say. "You said you have a mission for me?" he asked.

As core members of The Fox, assignments were infrequent, particularly for Scarlett. The team had many members to handle ordinary cases. The core team only got involved when something extraordinary arose, usually with Rex being the first to contact them.

"Yes, I do have... Are you currently on a mission or enjoying some vacation time?" After their last case involving Jude Withers, she felt slightly out of touch with The Fox's situation.

Seven replied, "I've just wrapped up my assignment here," he took a sip of water to relieve his dry throat. After putting down his glass, he refocused on Scarlett.

"So, what's the task this time?" Seven asked. He wasn't in the mood for complex missions and preferred to keep things straightforward. Complicated jungle missions or intricate international operations were not appealing to him right now.

Scarlett breathed a sigh of relief at learning that Seven was available. She now had the opportunity to ask for his assistance in tailing Simon Gilwynn.

"It's a relatively simple task," Scarlett explained, maintaining a casual demeanor as she explained. "I need you to watch over someone's movements. I want to make sure this person doesn't have any plans against me." She smiled, noting Seven's apparent eagerness to assist.

"That's cool!" Seven replied with excitement before posing his next question. "So, Three, who, that damn bastard who managed to offend you this time?"

"It's my half-brother, Simon—"

"What the fuck, Scarlett!" Seven instantly interrupted. "You want me to tail the king? Are you out of your mind? Did you leave your brains behind in Cloudfort? How can you call this a simple task?" He couldn't help but express his frustration with a few words that could bleed Scarlett's ears.

Scarlett could only smile wryly at his reaction. She had anticipated this response from him.

After she hears him finish expressing his anger, she smirks before saying, "Oh, come on! Why are you afraid? Your skills are top-notch, Seven. You're the best in the field, bro," She tried to reassure him. "Bro, did you forget? You managed to infiltrate the Withers Group for weeks without them ever suspecting you..."

Seven was left speechless. He understood the extent of his abilities, but the person he was being asked to tail was not someone he could take lightly.

"Three, listen... Simon Gilwynn is heavily guarded. How am I supposed to tail him when he's surrounded by a dozen royal guards and secret agents?" Seven shook his head slightly as if he were refusing to accept the mission.

Without waiting for Scarlett's response, he rose from his seat and walked over to the window. He faced the Eiffel Tower in the distance, his back to Scarlett. He ignored her.

"Brother... Seven... Allen, please come back here... I'm not finished talking to you," Scarlett called out repeatedly, she even called his real name. However, the man continued to give her the cold shoulder, causing her to sigh deeply multiple times.

Seemingly left with no other choice, Scarlett played her final card. A mischievous smile spread across her lips.

"Seven, are you really going to ignore me? Seriously?" Scarlett's tone, initially pleading, gradually transformed into a threat. "Very well! I'll get in touch with my brother Rex and request him to assign you to a different mission—perhaps to a war-torn country or—"

"Fine!" Seven's response was hurried. He turned to face his cell phone on the table, his gaze locked onto Scarlett's. Though he didn't start speaking immediately, annoyance flashed through his eyes.

"I agree, but on one condition: you need to assist me with hacking. It's a personal matter," Seven continued.

"Deal!" Scarlett's smile blossomed like a spring flower, sealing the agreement with Seven. "When can you come?"

"I'll be there tomorrow morning, right in front of your house!" Seven stated before excusing himself and ending the call. He had some matters to solve in this city before making his way to the Royal City.

...

Scarlett closed her laptop after finishing her call with Seven. As she rose from her chair, she experienced another tightening sensation in her stomach. It wasn't the first time; she'd felt this two or three times each day lately.

"Why does this keep happening more frequently?" Scarlett muttered while gently rubbing her belly.

"Hang in there, little one... Mommy will see you in a few days."

She smiled warmly, excitement bubbling within her. An appointment with Dr. Tiffany was scheduled in two days, and the thought of it filled her with joy. If only Xander were here, they could witness their first ultrasound together.

"Gosh! I wish you were here, Xander..." She said bitterly while walking to the living room. She sat there for a few moments.

After her stomach eased, she left her room. She needs to see Aunt Martha.

Scarlett plans to tell her about the Gilwynn family. She believed Aunt Martha might have already encountered Roland Gilwynn earlier.