Chapter2: Incompetent

Chloe woke up in the early dawn, she felt better than before but still felt distraught. She stood up and walked towards the two planed window to open the blinds even wider. It was clear, the sun shone above with scattered clouds towards the bright blue sky. The place seemed isolated, the city was seen afar and the trees around the building headquarters helped conceal it. There were black cars all lined up in a rounded parking lot. She knew which one was Marlowe's car since she did help Nate tail them down before. A couple of Talbot's men were securing the area. It's hard to tell their expressions since they are wearing shades over their eyes. They do not look like they are alive that they stood still like statues. She understood why Talbot said she can't escape since she just noticed the windows were barred up like a helpless caged animal. The room door out can't be open unless she got Talbots' key.

Chloe looked around the luxurious room looking over the table where Talbot sat. (What papers was he looking at?) She didn't want to think about it too much, besides she felt a little hungry. She recollected what Talbot said so she hovered over to the adjacent room and found a variety of bread in a basket with little packets of butter, a pair of waffles in a small plate and an empty cup.

She looked and saw a mini refrigerator on the floor, "Ah." She opened it and found milk and bottles of water.

Surprisingly she later found a toaster, a coffee maker, and a mini microwave around the corner table, "wow, everything is complete." She took her time and began to eat her breakfast slowly.

Chloe felt dirty, she headed to the washroom to wash her face and comb her bed hair. The bathroom was small but convenient with all the accessories ready to be used. This room was like a mini apartment, complete with everything you have asked for. She knew Marlowe's headquarters is larger than it looks with many glass windows and floors. Maybe there is more to this building that meets the eye.

As Chloe combed her hair gently, she heard a slight knock on the door, "Hello, may I come in?"

Chloe was startled and ran by the door, "yes, come in," she knew it was Talbot.

He answered back, "It's me, I'm coming in now," there was clacking until the door opened.

Chloe stood and watched as he came in, "Good morning," he said cheerfully, "did you eat well?"

Chloe nodded her head, "yes." He looked around the room if there was any suspicious activity yet but none whatsoever, "well good. I will be checking you throughout the day and every day if you don't mind."

"Ha nonsense, I've seen the security around here. I will be staying here like a spoiled princess," she was being sarcastic.

She wanted him to be ticked but he seemed calm so instead he chucked a little, "you're a funny one aren't you?" he kept changing subjects, "well it's my duty, so if you need anything just ask me." (I never thought he would be so politely mannered. Is he just pretending? Toying with me perhaps? Where is his dark side?)

Chloe thought, "How will I benefit you? I am nothing useful," she persists.

"I wouldn't say that," he grabbed his suitcase looking like he is ready to leave again.

Chloe tried to delay him longer, "what's in your suitcase?" she asked.

"Oh, just some research papers," staring at her curiously. He must be wondering why Chloe is pondering about.

"Uh huh, so it seems," she put her hands over her waist. (I hardly doubt so.)

He headed towards the door again, "are you leaving so soon?" (He seems to be on the go.)

"Why yes, I am sorry for the sudden departure but we have a lot of business to take care of. I have so much to do in such little time." Chloe was agitated, "alright, carry along then."

Talbot opened the door, "hope you have a good day, see you again tomorrow morning," he shut the door and locked it three times.

"Well that was suddenly awkward," she sighed and lay down on the master bed, "Now what? I am stuck here." She thought to herself on how to get out but she suddenly remembered seeing the keys placed inside his left tuxedo pocket.

Her mind soared, "I must get those keys."

Keys: ( ) Chloe's thoughts (( )) Talbot's thoughts

(( )) -(bold) Talbot's telepathic voice

I hope you like my mini stories. Sorry if the pace seems too brief. Please give any feedback, I want to hear your thoughts, thanks. Chapter 3 coming soon.