Blake Makes a Deal

Chapter 1: An Unlikely Encounter

The moon was shattered as usual. I was walking home alone from work at the Vale Public Library and I was a bit exhausted. I was reading through another one of my novels. Usually, I would pay attention to where I was going however this book really pulled me in deep that I didn't pay attention and bumped into someone and dropped my book.

"Oh, I'm sorry I didn't see-" I looked up and met the ever changing eyes of none other than Neo.

"Oh," she muttered. This was the first time I heard her talk.

"Well," I replied back.

"I beat up your girlfriend, you know?" I frowned. I didn't roll that way; I had my eyes on someone else. "She's not my girlfriend, she has a boyfriend." I pointed out.

"Right…" I rolled my eyes. Everyone assumes that and it always got annoying.

"The only thing I love are my books," I replied simply as I walked off.

"Oh, so you're a nerd?" I stopped and looked at her. "That's one way to put it," I shrug. I heard her chuckle before I fully turn to look at her.

"Living in a world of fantasy. Nice way to spend the day instead of fighting. Sounds pretty boring," she crosses her arms, a sort of smirk on her face.

"Fighting is only necessary when you have a goal; mine is to make the world a better place and if you have to fight for it, so be it...which reminds me." I took out Gambol Shroud from its sheath and pointed it in her direction.

"Oh, you wanna go?" she places a hand on her hip, coming closer. "Hate to break it to you but after fighting your partner, I don't intend on fighting amateurs." she smirked slightly and my grip on Gambol Shroud tightens a bit.

"At least I don't run away like a coward…" I mumbled under my breath, rolling my eyes.

"Hey hey, that was a one time thing. Plus, what do you have against me?"

I blinked. Was she serious? Was she just saying this to toy with my head?

"Aren't you affiliated with Torchwick? The White Fang? Do any of those names ring any bells whatsoever?" I asked. She shook her head, flipping her hair slightly, her eyes switching colours.

"Well, I'm not really involved in any of their plans; I'm more of a hired assassin." That started to make a bit of sense but I still needed some answers.

"And who, if you don't mind me asking, are you asked to assassinate?" I retort, letting my guard down a little.

"I assassinate anyone; and I do mean anyone that my client ask for me to get rid of. As long as they have the money of course," I put Gambol Shroud away and looked at her closely before turning away.

"I must admit that you are good at what you do," I sighed. "Well, of course there is always a reason why I charge excessively," I nod in understanding.

"But hey, I like you. I really think you have potential. For a small price if you'd like, I'm willing to train you. What do you say?" I was...stunned to say the least, but I shook it off.

"I'm not interested," I said, preparing to leave. "Oh come on, it would...help you to enhance your fight against your enemies. Just as long as you keep this deal a secret…" The offer did sound very tempting. I swallowed my pride.

"You're willing to do that?"

"You have to keep it a secret though. Plus, as long as you pay me, we won't have a problem." She circled me like a shark."

"I do work at the Library...what's your price range?" She stopped.

"It ranges from 500,000-800,000...being paid as an assassin and all...you know what, throw that price offer out the window, I'll train you for free."

I looked at her, searching her eyes to see if she was lying. I found no evidence. With a sigh, I hold my hand out. "It's a deal." She smirks and takes her hand in mine.

"Great, you may refer to me as your secondary partner. I promise, you would make an excellent assassin." I nodded once, looking her in the eye. "I am sure to learn from the best,"

"I know you will; with your semblance, it's perfect for the job. But be warned, it will be difficult,"

"Oh?" I crossed my arms over my chest.

"Trust me when I say this; we're going to go places. Once you've been trained, you and I will be making bank."

I looked at the time on my scroll. "I have to head back." She nods, handing me a business card. "Meet here again tomorrow night. When you're ready, I'll be right there and we will be the best assassins anyone has ever seen,"

I nod before I disappear into the night.