The Billionaire’s First Love

Hailey~

We arrived shortly at a bookstore named: Joan's bookworld. I shot Evelyn a puzzled glance. Earlier she said we'd be going to see the manager in charge of her team, so why are we at a bookstore.

"Okay we're here". Evelyn said coming down from the ride. She'd let me ride along with her in a Lamborghini,which came with a personal driver.

"Where?" She smiled slightly gently, 

"You'll see." To be honest, I was expecting the company to be one big villa, lots of men in black suits and all, but certainly not a bookstore.

As we stepped into the book store, the smell of new books filled my nostrils. I can't remember the last time I went to a library or a bookshop. At age 13, I was so obsessed with books and authors. Reading was literally my hobby and an escape out of reality, but now seeing this at 22, was just so nostalgic. I was too wrapped up in the past to register the person standing right there.

"You arrived early". I looked up to meet a slender looking blonde in suit. She look rather too young to be the manager.

"Fallon, Where's the boss". Eve stated curtly. Fallon on the other hand just chuckled. I felt like there was an unsolved disagreement between them, but that was none of my business. Right now pleasing the boss or the manager is priority.

"Follow me" . Fallon said, leading us deeper into the store until we got to an inner room. She motioned for us to go in and Evelyn didn't hesitate before entering the dark room, pulling me along and the door was shut behind us. I jump at the sound of the door, different thoughts running through my mind, I was scared of the dark but with Evelyn leading the way I was somewhat relax. 

"What are you waiting for, take your sits".

The manager said, her voice deep but feminine. Instantly the light went on, jolting me back to reality.

Evelyn and I both sat down facing the manager. She looked insanely gorgeous, her skin was literally flawless. She looked a bit Asian but I can't tell that much.

"Evelyn I don't think there'll be any mission for you, seeing your neck hasn't healed"

The manager pointed out. Although Evelyn had used a scarf cover up but it seems the manager know too well.

"So If you would please excuse us, I would love to speak with her alone". Evelyn hesitated for a while before standing up, looking rather upset. Eve nodded in my direction, before heading for the door. As the door went shut, the manager turned to face me. 

For some odd reasons I thought the manager would be nice and friendly, but the manager was just so cold and unreadable. I was, somewhat scared to be alone with her.

"Evelyn told me she'd be bringing a surprise but I never thought it'd be this attractive. What's your name miss?"

"My name is Hailey Collins". I replied, trying to mask my anxiety. At least she thinks I'm attractive, that's a good start. My hand tightened around my jeans.

"Hailey Collins, can you please tell me about your self and why you need this assignment?" She rested her back against the chair and motioned for me to start.

"My name is Hailey Collins and I'm 23 years old. I work in one of the most famous coffee shop in the city; Brew and Co. I'm a college dropout. I'm in need of this job because my little sister is currently at the hospital with just few days to live and I lack the finances for her medical surgery".

I breathed out. She remained quiet her eyes scanning me as if searching for deceit. 

"Well then, how many years are you willing to work for us?."

Years!! I was shocked, I plan on working for just Saturday that's if the mission is a success.

"You must sign a contract with us at least a year". She said bluntly. She pulled out the drawer and brought out the contract form and placed it on the table with a pen on top. I obviously have no choice but to sign a contract for a year is not like my help will be needed often and plus there's no way I can earn much money anywhere else.

I grabbed the pen after minutes of thoughts, I scribbled down my name and other important information then signed at the end. 

"I'm giving you this task because of Evelyn,so don't let me down. Fallon will fill you in the details."

She waved her hands in dismissal and without hesitation I headed for the door. As I stepped out, Eve sprinted towards me a worried look settled on her face.

"Did you get it?" Her eyes scanning my face for clues .

"Yes". I said with a smile. Eve looked so happy for me, I was sad she wasn't given an opportunity but it quickly dissipated as Fallon walked towards us. 

Eve motioned for me to follow Fallon and I did. Fallon escorted me to her car where she was supposed to brief on the details. I sat in the passenger's seat, as Fallon ransacked her brief case for what I had no idea of.

"Pay close attention to all the details, do not leave any one out." She said and handed me a black file. 

"Ian Pierce ." his name rolled off my lips smoothly. I could swear I've seen this face before, maybe at the coffee shop or somewhere else. I'm not quite sure. His striking blue eyes was quite a catch. He look so handsome and I wondered if I'll be able to infiltrate his circle, will I be able to resist such charming eyes.

"Everything you need to know about him is in that file make sure to memorize every bit of it before on Saturday". Fallon voice cut through my thoughts. 

"If I may ask why is he our target, he looks rather legit. He's the current CEO of Kyrotech." Kyrotech is a well none company in the city and I can't help but wonder why it's CEO will be a target, or there's something else underneath.

"Things are not always as it seems, there are series of rumor going around that needs to be clarified. True he isn't our prime suspect. Our prime suspect will be handled by a more experienced agent. What the company need you to do is give him so few shots and get away with the information we need."

Fallon explanation seemed quite understandable but I can't help but wonder what exactly is the information I need to secure. 

"What exactly is the information needed?"

I asked, she looked up from her laptop,

"You see, Lady Veronica the wife of late Cade Pierce; Suspect's brother, secretly task our company in finding the truth behind her husband's death. She accused Ian Pierce of murder and prime suspect."

Cade Pierce death shook the city last two years and not too long after Ian Pierce took over the family business. There where lots of rumor flying around about him being jealous of his brother and all. It makes quite a lot of sense. 

"So I'm supposed to get this information in just one night? What if I don't find anything relating?"

"Don't worry you will." Fallon said, her eyes scanning her laptop for more information.

"What if I'm caught?" Fallon rolled her eyes, obviously exasperated by my barrage of questions. but I just can't help it.

"I'm not supposed to teach you your job though, but I'll spare you a few insights". 

I leaned in, attentively to what she was about to say.

" I've never taken up a one-nightstand task before but this is what I can tell. Your mission is the easiest, because you're not face with the main targets . On Friday night you'll meet with a Madam that will educate you on what to do. Normally before the target gets to his room, he will obviously be drugged or intoxicated. This makes his senses unstable and discombobulated and increases the higher chance of you knocking him out. Then when you're done collecting the information you need, the next team will come to get you. The CCTVs will all be taken care of so there's no need for you to worry." I felt a bit relieved but the drugging aspect didn't seat well, as if noticing my discontent she raised a questioning brow.

"Is there a problem? This task seems pretty straightforward to me"

"No… it's just that, spiking him is illegal right?" 

"Not really, The government is well aware of our operations. The drug will induce memory loss and this is to our advantage. Don't worry the memory loss his just for the night." 

A wave of relief wash over me but why the hell did I felt concerned for this total stranger. He's just a pawn in my game so why worry if he lose the memory of his entire existence.