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Chapter 3: Mission N.8
"Alex Rider welcome to our headquarters. Probably one of the finest you shall ever see, full of activity. It has even got hidden compartments and gadgets. Beats Alan Blunt's any day. Oh, please do have a seat" Alex sat down and the Head of the French- Mr. Sharp- continued." Here's a gadget you'll love. I heard you were a Smithers' fan, a right chap he is" he spoke in his strong French accent as he leaned under the able to pick up something.
He brought to the table a small leather box. " The thing inside this box was actually designed by Smithers himself. You are going to be using for your latest mission, which I shall be telling you about in just a tick. Funny I said that because the thing inside this box actually goes tick, and sometimes tock. Can you guess?"
Alex didn't reply.
Mr. Sharp was some what a square man. He had a blank, square face which gave away nothing. Rather good for a man who has to keep secrets. He also had square rimless glasses and as for hair, he had none. Even his body was straight all the way the way down to his feet.
Mr. Sharp opened the box to reveal a stunning watch. It was awfully posh and plated with gold.
Sharp spoke "I know what you are thinking; smashing! But there is a lot more than just the 5 carat gold plating. Remember Alex it's a gadget. It has a timer like any other watch but only set the timer when extreme circumstances. When the timer reaches 0 it sets of large explosion that can knock down a four storey building and……………."
"Well, what if I don't want to go on your stupid mission? Do you think stupid Gadgets will change my mind? I don't even like the watch- it's not my style- I prefer sporty. And you could have got me killed in that stupid airplane of yours. I thought I had come here for a holiday, but it was a set up. It was all done on purpose. I'm sick and tired of being used all the time. I've had enough. I'm leaving." Alex had finally overcome the shock of the plane ride and realized that he was being forced into another mission. He got off the leather chair and marched to the door of the office.
Just as he was about to leave Mr. Sharp softly spoke "You wouldn't want to do that Alex. Scorpia are back".
Alex froze.
A/N: Firstly thanks to my only reviewer Cherryblossonjen, I'll take into consideration what you said. And to everyone else who is enjoying this story- please, please, please review. It is my first story so I would love some feedback on how to improve.