Red Lipstick. Ch. 1

Flashback:

Eli's Point of view.

I can remember it perfectly, the day I got the news of my father's death. I was sitting in the coffee shop, when two muscular men walked up to me in business suits. "Elijah Goldsworthy?" One questioned.

I faltered, "Who wants to know"? They both took a glance at each other from behind their dark tinted glasses. "You need to come with us", before I knew what was happening I was being hauled out of the store, and placed into the back of a tinted truck.

"What the hell-" I started, "We are sorry to inform you, that your father has died". My heart stopped, "What kind of sick joke is this!" I screamed. "This is no joke", the man stated serious.

I calmed myself down some, "How do you know my dad", I questioned him. "We work for him", was his simple answer. I didn't know what else to say. I looked as the man took an envelope out of the inside of his jacket pocket. "Read this when you return home" The man said firmly.

I looked towards the other man that hadn't said anything. I flinched as he reached to pat me on the back. He mouthed "I'm sorry" as I stepped out of the van. I walked home, avoiding anyone who had eyes, I didn't want them to see me. I was broken.

When I walked into the house, my mom was on the couch with a sad smile on her face. "Baby boy.." She said as I walked up the stairs. "I'm tired", is all I mumbled while continuing my ascent. As soon as I sat on my bed I opened the letter:

'Eli,

If your reading this, it means that I've been killed. I'm sorry for the misconceptions we've had in the past, and the way it seemed I could care less about you. In truth, I love you very much, you are the best son anyone could ever ask for. So today you met Drew and Adam, most likely drew did the talking while Adam stayed quiet. It's terrible that I have to tell you the truth this way. I work for the mob Eli- No I LEAD it. My father passed it down to me, so now I'm hoping you'll do the same thing. I know when you think of the mob you think of pure murder, and drugs. -But there is so much more to it. We take whats ours, and give out loans. We give money, and get it back with interest! My company needs you son, I didnt give you those training lessons for no reason. Dont let them go too waste, and dont worry your mother knows already. With Love, Dad.

P.S 3-15-4-5= Your mothers love.'

I could feel when my eye, released a single tear. It fell onto the "PS" part of the letter. I wiped my eye, and straightened up. After a minute of in taking what I've read, I stared at it wondering what the last part meant.

Then it clicked, 'The training Dad issued to me". Decodation. 3 is C. I took out a piece of paper and began scribbling on it rapidly. '3=C 15=O 4=D 5=E.' Ah, so that determines it. I looked back at the letter, The code equals my mother's love.

I went down stairs, the letter gripped tightly in my hand, my mom stood up beside me and pulled me into her arms. I sighed as I felt the urge to cry again, My dad and I weren't exactly close, but I did love him.

I shivered when I felt code metal touch my forehead, I looked to see it was my mother's heart necklace that my Dad gave her just yesterday. I looked into her eyes, and she looked back with a knowing look.

She began taking off her necklace, and placed it in my hand. She wiped a few stray tears that managed to be set free. I gave her a half smile, and another quick hug. I couldn't help myself, I was a momma's boy at heart. 'Bzz, Bzz, Bzz' My phone vibrated in pocket, I picked up. "Eli, sir are you ready?" I fairly reconizable voice echoed in my ear.

I looked at my mom, who nodded. "Yeah," Is all I said before hanging up. "So this is real?" I asked aloud. "Yes, baby boy", she cooed while kissing me on the forehead. 'Knock, knock', I opened the door to see Drew and Adam side by side. I gave a curt nod, and walked out with them following behind me. Drew open the door for me, while Adam and I sat in the back.

"So Adam" I stated, "Sir?" "How old are you?", He looked confused. "I'm 18" He finally stated. I smirked, "Why are you in this business at such a young age?", I watched as his eyes squinted slightly, "The same reason as you". 'Well that makes since..' I thought in my head.

I looked outside the window and realized we were parking outside of a large building. It had to at least be about 12 stories. "Phew.." I said in a whistling tone. Adam patted my back, and said It's all yours. I gave a smirk and exited the car. This is where I would become my journey, to excelling my fathers company.

Present time:

It's been 3 years since my father's passing. I do admit I miss him, but I'm glad that he left me with this company. Stocks have gone up 63% since I've have taken over. From what I hear, my employees respect me. My dad was right, being a Mob leader wasn't what I expected. Sure every once and a while I had to get my hands dirty, but that's the price to keep the company working. 'Knock, Knock' "It's open", I call without turning around in my seat.

By the obnoxiously loud footsteps I could tell it was Drew. "What do you need?" I asked closing my eyes. Every time we talk it seems, he has bad news. "Well sir, I have some bad news". 'Bingo!' I yell in my head. I turned around in my chair to face him. "It seems shes striked again", His voice stern.

I looked at him seriously, This agent from our rival company seem to be able to kill my men, without get subdued. "Who was it?" He gulped, and looked down. I waited for him to answer, "Agent Julia". I just sat there with a blank expression. He looked up at me, his blue eyes holding fire. "Are you not upset?" I shrugged, and this seemed to put him on edge.

"She was your GIRLFRIEND!" He yelled at me. I stood up and hit my fist against my desk. "She WAS NOT MY GIRLFRIEND!" I yelled back. Julia spread rumors around the halls of this company, claiming to be my lover. She did this and betrayed my trust.

Everyone has slept with her, dis including Adam, K.C, and myself. I wasn't so sure about Drew though. He took a step back, and I sat back down holding the bridge of my nose. "You had sex with her didn't you?" I asked. I opened one of my eyes, and saw his shocked face. "You see.. I'm sorry-", "It's fine" I cut him off. "Like I said, she wasn't my girlfriend".

He looked confused, but I gave him that 'Brush-it-off-now' look. He faltered, but did as told. "Anything else?" I asked, "No sir". I waved my hand dismissively, and he said "I'll give you a report later. I sighed when he exited. I sat back up in my chair, and went through the files in my computer. When I found the file, I clicked on it:

'Red'

Has been spotted in several different locations, She has killed approximately 22 of our agents, alone. On each kill she leaves A kiss on her preys left cheek. She ranges from ages 19-23. End-Of-Document.

Are you kidding me, this is all the information they have on her. Well this is settled, I'm going to have to take this into my own hands. I could feel myself smirk, this should be good.

What do you think? Sorry if it was boring, I had to show Eli's plot. Chapter 2=10 Reviews. xxxLeah~