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ObiWanGirl: Yes, the Monique in this story is the Monique from Touched By An Angel. For those of you who know who Monique is, then you know what she is as well. Hee…hee… For those that don't…you'll find out later…let's just say she isn't very nice…
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Warnings: Mild violence and language, so far.
To Steal, Kill, and Destroy
Chapter Two: Undeserved Rewards
Louie slowly walked over to the window where the woman was sitting and waiting for him. He picked up the phone to communicate with her.
"Hello, Louie," she smiled at him.
"Do I know you?"
"No, but I know you. How would you like to get out of here?"
The dark-haired man chuckled. "I sure would! Hey, I'd also like a million dollars, but I don't see that happenin' soon, either."
"You'd be surprised at how fast things can happen"
"Hey, from your lips to God's ears, doll."
"I assure you," her smile grew even wider, "God has nothing to do with this. Now, do you want to get out, or don't you?"
"Sure, I do. But how?"
"You just sit back, relax, and watch the show." She hung up the phone and walked over to the guard. "Mr. DeAngelino will be leaving now."
"Yes ma'am," the guard replied. He approached Louie. "C'mon, DeAngelino, it's time to go."
Louie looked up at him, stunned. "Huh?"
"It's time to go," the officer repeated, annoyed. What, are you deaf or something? C'mon, get up off your butt!"
Somewhat dazed, Louie got up and started walking towards the auburn-haired woman. "Come, Mr.DeAngelino. We need to collect your things."
"Hey, I get it! This is one of those Candid Camera things, ain't it?"
"I'm afraid not, Mr.DeAngelino."
They both went to get Louie's things. After Louie was satisfied that everything was in order, he went to go change into his civilian clothes. Another guard and his mysterious savior then escorted him outside. "Well, you're free to go now, Mr. DeAngelino," the guard told him as he locked the gates behind him.
Louie looked incredulously at Monique. "That's all there is? I'm out?"
"That's all there is," she smiled back. "You're out."
"So I'm free to go?"
"You're free to go. However…"
"I knew it! I knew this was too good to be true! There's always gotta be a catch!"
"As I was saying, you are free to go. You can walk away right now and never have to see me ever again if you want. But I think you might find my offer quite…shall we say…. intriguing."
"Offer?" he blinked. "What kind of offer?"
"You've only seen but a small sample of my powers, Louie. Stick with me, and I can give you things beyond your wildest dreams! The choice is yours. What will it be?"
"Hey, I'm stickin' wit' you, lady! I ain't got nothin' better ta do, anyway," he replied with a smile.
"Good choice." She pulled out an official looking piece of paper. "Just sign here."
"No problem!" He grabbed it and quickly signed his name, without even reading it.
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Much to Kaiba's dismay, both Monique and Louie were waiting for him when he walked into his office the next morning. "How did you get in here?" he angrily demanded. "And what is he doing here?" He pointed his forefinger at Louie.
"It's as I told you before, Kaiba. I have my ways," she turned to Louie. "Louie, be a dear, and wait for us outside the office for a few moments, all right?"
"Um…well, ok…if that's whatcha want…"
"Yes, please." Louie did as he was told. She then turned her attention back to the young CEO. "Well, what do you think, Kaiba? Have I convinced you of my…shall we say…skills, yet?"
Kaiba gave her one of his infamous glares. "How did you get that scumbag out of jail?"
She rolled her eyes. "Really, now, Kaiba, must I say it again? I told you, I have my ways…and trust me, not only can I get Mr. DeAngelino released from jail….I can have you put in there if I so desire. You're an intelligent man, Kaiba. I'm sure you can clearly see this is in everyone's best interest."
The tall brunette was growing angrier by the second. The last thing he wanted to do was to hire someone like her, who obviously could not be trusted. But she had him over a barrel, and they both knew it. He had no choice.
"Fine, then," he grumbled, "Take the office down the hall to the right."
She smiled. "I knew you'd make the right decision. And I assume you have a desk for Mr. DeAngelino?"
Kaiba's eyes widened. "There is no way I'm hiring that piece of trash!"
Monique chuckled. "Come now, Kaiba…after all, I'll be needing an assistant…and Mr. DeAngelino will be needing a job…"
"No."
"Sorry, Kaiba, but we're a package deal. So you'll either have to take both of us, or I go have a little chat with the police."
Kaiba was ready to explode. "Fine, then! Do whatever the hell you want!" He stormed out of the office.
Her eyes flashed red as she watched him leave. "I intend to do just that."
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