Aya was busy reading a file in the office. She stopped reading for a second, and looked around the office. Sometimes she hardly believed how all this could have happened. After Lee's betrayal, the girls all decided to work together and do private investigations and help out the police when needed. There number one customer was Lei Wuloung, chief of the police force who always needed their assistance in digging things he could not do ethically.
She thought about everything they endured, and sighed. It really was the perfect arrangement, she thought. She really was hurt. She was the most one who confided in Lee, and now she felt at loss. But wow… He really fooled us! Did I trust him so blindly that I never realised the missing pieces?
She shook her thoughts away, and resumed to her reading. It was a recent case that Lei was struggling with. Red Rose murder? Interesting… he or she kills their victims and then marks the area with a red rose. Serial killer? Or just a copycat?
She pulled her laptop, and decided to do some search online. In this century, serial killers like to throw a hint or two on the Internet. Let's see if I can find something.
She was busy typing that she didn't realise someone walk into the office.
"Yo."
She kept typing but smiled when she heard Dionne's voice. "What's up?
Dionne sat across her, crossing her legs. She was dressed in a white sleeveless summer dress with nude sandals. "I just dropped my girl at school." She answered, referring to her daughter.
"That's nice," Aya answered, looking up at her. She noticed that Dionne looked fresh. I guess out of all of us, Dionne is the least one who is mad at him. She does owe him for bringing her daughter back into her life.
Dionne walked towards her office, "I'm going to be doing some reading as well."
Aya nodded. After a few seconds, she stood up and stretched. She walked out of the office, and looked at the secretary. She was a young girl working to make her way through college. "Josie, is Fay in yet?"
The girl was filing her nails, and blowing at them. "No, ma'am. She did call and say she will be late though."
Aya sighed. That Fay?! She shook her head, stepping out onto the office balcony. Letting the cool breeze whisk through her hair, she started thinking of Fay. You did get hurt the most. After Lee's capture, Fay was in so much shock of the betrayal that she also lost her baby. Aya actually felt guilty at times because she was sort of relieved that the miscarriage had happened. It would have been so complicated if that baby was born amongst us.
Just then Fay walked into her office. "Hello," she mumbled, "I'll be in my office if you need anything."
Before Aya could say anything, she was already gone. Aya shook her head sadly. We need to do something to cheer her up. She's been absolutely depressed since Lee, and losing her pregnancy.
"You're serious?" Mika asked Lei in surprise. "Why would they even be granted bail?" he stood up in shock.
Lei threw a dart at the wall. "It's complicated."
Mika shook his head in disbelief. "You have been working for years to put two of the most dangerous drug dealers behind bars. Now, they're granted bail? I seriously don't get it."
Lei shrugged. "The government is more concerned about this new psychopath that's killing people."
"FUCK that psychopath?! You know these men are dangerous as well." He snapped.
Lei looked at him disapprovingly. "I would tone it down if I were you."
Mika crossed his arms. "So, why are you giving me this news now?"
Lei sighed. "You're affiliated with the girls, so you can tell them to watch their backs. I don't know about Lee, but Kazuya will be out looking for blood."
"I can't believe how calmly you're talking about this."
Lei stood up. "Do I really look calm to you?! I've exhausted all resources to keep them in, but I've been outnumbered." He snapped. "The good thing is that no one has paid the bail yet, so they're still in."
Mika muttered something unintelligible under his breath. He was about to leave, when Lei stopped him. "What?"
"I asked Aya to help me with the Red Rose murders." Lei told him. "She will be a good assist to this, and help you with the case."
Mike pursed his lips. "I wasn't aware that I was on this case. I thought the FBI was working on this."
"They are, and have sent an agent, but we can always do some more digging." He explained.
Mika nodded and left.
Hours Later
Fay was staring at her laptop absently and tried to do some reading. She was aimlessly scrolling through the report and was trying not to fall asleep. Truth was that she was sleepy. I feel empty. She thought sadly. I had purpose before, and I was looking forward to baby.
She was so lost in thought that she totally freaked out when a big file was fell smack onto the desk.
"Sleeping on the job?" Aya asked.
Fay held her chest. "You scared the shit out of me!"
Aya looked at her. "You've been slacking off. I thought maybe if I involved you in this case, it can excite you."
"Yeah, yeah…" she mumbled, picking up the file.
"You have an hour to read it, then Mika's taking us out for lunch." Aya ordered, walking out.
Fay grumbled. I don't want to go out for lunch.
Just then, Dionne walked in.
Fay groaned. Leave me alone. She thought annoyed.
"Are you alright?" Dionne asked worriedly. "You've been grumpy." She remarked. "You even dress down." Watching Fay' attire, who was only in jeans and a loose shirt. "I miss shopping with you. Do you want to go for a makeover?"
"I just can't seem to have the energy to do anything." She answered.
"It's because you're depressed." Dionne explained. "Only you can overcome this. What you went through is not easy, but you just have to let it go and move forward."
Fay thought about what she said. "It's not easy, Dionne."
Dionne stood up. "I'm not saying it is, but I am telling you to try. Step by step. You haven't gone out or done anything in 8 months." She exclaimed. "We really miss hanging out with you."
Fay gave her a weak smile. She stood up, and picked the file Aya gave her. "I'm going to go for a walk,"
Days Later
Aya was still reading the files, and she had the Internet on. There were a lot of clues that needed linking, and she was missing a piece. There seems to be a lot of reference to treachery, drugs, hmm… If its drugs, then would Lee or Kazuya know anything? Aya paused at the thought. Should I?'
Just then Mika walked into her office. "Are you still reading these? I'm also sorry that Lei dragged you into this."
Aya smiled at him. "Hey, it gives me something to do. Plus, I love it when Lei gets desperate." That's the only time he would ask for our help.
Mika grinned. "So, do you have any leads?"
Aya hesitated, but then decided to be honest. "I think Lee or Kazuya might know something." There is a lot of reference to their work in the clues. Plus, there's been silver or purple hair at the scene of the crime at times.
"I had the exact thoughts in mind." Mika added. 'Do you want to do something about it?"
Aya bit her lip. "Yes, but you need to keep this between us only." It's a risk worth taking.
"I think I already know what is it that you want to do."
Hworang Doo San walked out of his apartment. It was an apartment he shared with Aya. They all moved out of the mansion and went their separate ways. They decided to work together, but they all lived in different areas in the city. It wasn't smart to have them all live together.
He did odd jobs here and there, and helped the police force with other stuff. He was always a mystery to everyone and he liked to keep it that way.
With him living with Aya, he was starting to get edgy because she was starting to ask about his family, and that's one topic he refuses to share with anyone.
He was out on the lookout for information. They were all assigned different tasks with this new murder mystery. His job was to investigate the weapon. Every time a victim was found, there was a different weapon. Why would you always kill differently, but keep the red rose. Are you trying to mislead us?
He glanced at the information in his phone, and scrolled through the galley. The first victim was killed by a dagger, then the second one had his body slashed by a samurai sword, and the third… hmm… This does not fit a serial killer profile. He or she keeps using a different scenario. Do we have a copycat? Or you're trying to screw with us?
Hworang walked into the weapon store. Two of the weapons led him there. He saw a bulky man behind the counter. "Hello."
He grunted.
I hope he cooperates. "I'm investigating a murder, and two of the weapons led us here." He said bluntly.
"Show me."
Hwoarang showed him the photos. He studied it, and bit his lip. "These are exclusive pieces. They were specially ordered, but I never knew the owner."
Hwoarang raised an eyebrow. "You don't know who you sold a weapon to? There are jurisdictions. What if it was someone underage?"
The man shrugged. "They paid a good price and I was given specific details on how to do the delivery."
"Mind giving me those details."
"Once you get a warrant," he said, asking him to leave.
Dionne was at a coffeehouse with Jin having a snack. Since the whole incident, Jin had been an absolute sweetheart to her and even watched Christina when she had work to do. She was seeing him in a new light, but she was careful. He was related to two of their biggest enemies.
"What's up?" he asked.
"Just busy with this new case. I'm also trying to have Fay live again. She's been really depressed."
Jin sipped his coffee, and nodded. "You can't blame her."
Dionne shrugged. "Hey, we have all been through shit but as an individual you have to make the effort to get better."
Jin didn't comment. He eyed the woman in front of him. He liked her. She was different, but he wasn't sure if he should cross that line yet so he was being very careful around her. "You know…" he began but she stood up. "Oh my! I know that person."
Jin sighed when Dionne walked over to another guy and hugged him. She stood for a while with him, while Jin waited patiently. Hoo boy!
Weeks Later
Aya walked into the central force, and was taken to the basement. She wasn't sure what led her there but she wanted answers. Mika was hesitant as well, but said that he would join her. In the basement is where the government kept all the individuals that were a threat.
She was nervous. She had a lot of butterflies in her stomach but she knew she needed to do this. Curiosity always got the best out of her. She also needed to get a special approval to get in here.
They were taken to a large glass room in the centre. It had one table and four chairs. Aya's breath got caught in her throat when she saw that Lee Chaolan was already sitting on a chair there with one guard next to him.
He was dressed in a black jumpsuit, sleeves rolled to his elbows and his hands were handcuffed. His hair was longer and dishevel giving him a sexy edge.
The minute she walked in, he looked sharply at her. He had a poker face but kept staring at her, which made her nervous.
Aya sat opposite him, while Mika on her left. "Yo." Mika said.
"Hello." Lee replied. There was a cocky-ness to his attitude. "and what gives me the pleasure?"
Aya hesitated. Lee always manages to look calm and good. I'm more nervous than I thought I'd be. "Hello, Lee." She said quietly.
He raised an eyebrow.
So, you're not going to play nice, she thought. She took three photos out, and placed it in front of him. "Would you know of this?" she asked, deciding not to waste any time.
He picked up one photo, studying it and then another. He quickly scanned it, and then placed it down. "I don't kill for fun."
"But you might know someone who would?" Mika asked innocently.
Lee smirked. "I'm sure that there are a lot of psychos out there, but rest assured that I don't know any." He stood up.
"Wait…" Aya said, stopping him from leaving. "I'm sure even YOU know something. I'm sure that you have a name? or even a lead."
He eyed her, and smiled. "I would most probably."
Aya drummed her fingers. I'm going to kill him. "Name your price."
Lee smirked. "I doubt you would stoop so low for blackmail."
Mika stood up. "You know you can leave this place, anytime, so why stay put?" I'm sure he knows that they can get out on bail.
"I always have a plan C. Even Aya knows that." he said arrogantly, eyeing her dangerously. "So?' he asked. 'You made sit down again."
Aya actually felt sweat forming on her forehead. "You won't give me the name?" she asked. Shit. Shit. the conversation is not going the way I want it to.
"No."
"But you'll give it…" Aya's voice trailed off.
Lee stood up again, and motioned for the guard. "I'll be waiting." He said, then he looked at the guard. "I'm done, here."
As soon as he left, Aya smacked her forehead. "Shit." She whispered.
Mika looked hell confuse. "What just happened?' He demanded. "Were you reading each other's minds? I totally lost the conversation."
Aya got up from the chair, and started walking out of the room. "I think you and I just screwed up," she muttered.
Mika was just listening as they walked out of the place and made way through the stars, then to his car.
Aya got into Mika's car and put her sunglasses on. "I know Lee longer than the girls. I know him so well that the girls used to tease us about knowing what the other one would say."
Mika started driving. "That I got, but what did just happen now?"
Aya scowled at the thought, but knew that she had really gotten herself into trouble now. "He will only give the name to Fay," she said flatly.
Mika whistled.