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Post by Jon Brunner on Dec 17, 2008 22:59:22 GMT -4
"I'd love to see your subjects Miss London and please call me Jon", he mentioned. It was getting uncomfortable for Jon, this woman was torturing him and she probably knew it as well. The sight of her tongue running over her lips only added to the frustration he was quickly losing a battle to. Alexis was something far different than any women he'd known and he was glad to see that he'd met someone that could interest him on more than just a physical attraction. It seemed to be a rare trait among some American women.
"What were some of his interests? Perhaps he got caught up in a project of some sort and has forgotten to contact home. It's been known to happen before, but if he's close to his family it doesn't seem likely. Perhaps he met a girl and disappeared to her, that sounds more possible. If you need any help, I'm sure I can get in touch with some people that might be able to help you."
"As for you Miss London, feel free to let me know when a good time for you, I mean our conversation would be. I shouldn't have to much trouble clearing my schedule."
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Post by Alexis London on Dec 18, 2008 7:39:48 GMT -4
The girl was all alone? Ding! Those were words Alexis had been waiting for. But still, this was certainly a girl not to be rushed. If Alexis was going to use her, it had to be done carefully.
"Ms. Sen, Mr. Brunner-Jon-has a point. I'm sure you don't want to hear this, but sometimes universities have been known to suck away even the most stable of young people. Have you considered that the boy could have been sucked into a cult or something of that matter? Gone away with them? Universities are prime locations for groups like that. They get a young person alone, away from their family and what they know, and brainwash them."
This case still felt extremely personal to the young girl. Alexis wondered exactly what her involment was. Her eyes turned to Brunner, and she smiled slowly. She could enjoy his company immensely.
"Well Jon, I'd hate to take you away from anything important. I'm at my store from 9-8 Monday through Saturday and noon to 6 on Sundays. The only evenings I tend to have business engagements are Saturday evenings. Why don't you look at your schedule and call me? Both my business and my mobile number are on the card."
Which translated in Alexis's head to I don't have any intentions on killing you, but should it happen accidentally, I don't want anyone to come looking for you either.
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Post by Fengyu Sen on Dec 26, 2008 21:21:04 GMT -4
Fengyu suppressed a bitter laugh when Alexis suggested cult involvement, since she was dead certain Mujing had been kidnapped by one.
"Cult involvement is one angle I have been following, there was a strange symbol left behind at his home. I traced origins to United States, but as I said, all my contacts turned up nothing."
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Post by Alexis London on Dec 28, 2008 22:45:52 GMT -4
Alexis was surprised. One, she was surprised the girl had actually agreed with her to an extent. And two, she was surprised she had given some reasonably good advice. It wasn't one of her best traits. Not that she tried too often, but that was another issue.
"Don't let me impose, but my work has led me to see a great deal of artwork and various symbols. If I could take a look at the image that was left behind, perhaps I could help you identify it?"
Alexis realized she was borderline helping the girl. But it would help in researching the girl's background and history before she made any stupid moves. Alexis convinced herself that was all it had to be, not that she was turning soft towards humans. But if she was, she was leaving it at these two-and that was for certain.
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Post by Jon Brunner on Dec 29, 2008 2:17:16 GMT -4
Jon had originally intended to take a quiet walk through central park and enjoy the scenery, now he was being seduced quite successfully by a woman he had only met shortly before.
"I believe I have a few nights open this week, saturdays I'm usually gone all day so they won't work well for me either. Maybe I could stop by tuesday or saturday and you can show me that book. On a completley unrelated note red wine or white? It has nothing to do with the fact I'll be making a late night stop in at your store", he was generally interested in the book but that alone wouldn't give him enough reason to stop by.
He turned back to Fengyu when she mentioned the symbol, depending on what it was. This could be more serious than she imagined. It could be anywhere from some wannabe kids to a demon summoning.
"I hope you know that this could be serious. Is there anyway your agency could send some kind of back up for you? I'd hate to hear anything happened to you."
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Post by Alexis London on Dec 29, 2008 12:23:09 GMT -4
Alexis wrapped a piece of hair idly around her wrist. Her morning was turning out far more interesting than she'd anticipated. Shooting a glance at her watch, she saw that she did have legitimate business to attend to shortly. The estate sale she wanted to check out started shortly, and if she didn't get over early the good items would have vanished to unworthy purchasers.
"Tuesday would be lovely, Jon. And for the record-red. I don't like anything I have to chill before hand and make sure I hold the glass's stem so it doesn't warm too quickly."
And she liked the color and if she was going to choke down wine, it should at least resemble blood.
"As lovely as this has been, I really have business to take care of before heading back to the shop. Jon, I will see you on Tuesday. Ms. Sen, you have my card as well, stop by and I'll see if I can't assist you."
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Post by Jon Brunner on Jan 1, 2009 18:09:40 GMT -4
"I believe I have the perfect wine, it's rather strong though but I think you'll enjoy it. Unfortunately-", Jon pulled back the sleeve of his coat to check his watch", I have to be off as well. Ms. London, looking forward to Tuesday and Ms. Fengyu I wish you luck on your assignment. Here take this as well", Jon pulled out a card of his own and gave it to Sen", I don't know if I'll be as helpful as Ms. London but if you need anything feel free to call me. Ladies hopefully I'll meet you again but I am running rather late as it is."
Jon continued on his way back to his truck, needless to say it was an interesting meeting and his Tuesday night with Alexis could be even more interesting. He climbed into his truck and went off to what was to be one of many meetings that day.
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Post by Fengyu Sen on Jan 2, 2009 23:01:26 GMT -4
Fengyu stood silently, turning Jon's advice over in her head. She was the only member of her family that could be spared at the moment. For now, she was truly alone.
"Unfortunately, my agency is spread thin at the moment, back up is unavailable at the moment. However, I assure you, Mr Brunner, I am capible of caring for myself." She paused unsure if she had phrased the statement correctly.
As the man walked away the hunter turned to face the older woman. "I thank you for your offer Miss London, I will stop by as soon as I am able."
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Post by Alexis London on Jan 3, 2009 21:39:09 GMT -4
As Jon walked away, Alexis took the opportunity to examine the man. She was already looking forward to Tuesday evening.
When she heard the girl speaking to her, she turned back.
"Anytime, Ms. Sen. I'll be there-day and night. Let me know if I can be of any assistance."
Alexis heard her cell phone beep. Pulling it out of her pocket, she looked down at the text message.
From: Clinton Where R U? Arcadia Bags/Antique Chanel's.
Enough said.
"Ms. Sen, I must be going. I hope to see you soon. Enjoy your run." Alexis gave the girl a smile and headed off to collect her latest treasures.
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