CHAPTER 9 THE REHEARSAL
Then, they take Mrs. Sañiego to a safe place where only agents know. They immediately returned to Head Quarters for training. It was three o’clock in the afternoon when they arrived.
When she got out of the car, Leo and Rhianna immediately went to the back of the Head Quarters where the training was being held. Hanging in the middle is a piece of paper with a person drawn on it. Training has not yet begun.
“Let’s sit there with Faith.” Alexandra invited her and took her hand to the side where Faith was sitting. She left Leo talking to Harold. They sat in the vacant chair next to Faith. Faith turned to Rhianna. She smiled at her.
“You’re the girl who brought Leo here in Head Quarters that was wounded aren’t you?” she asked her.
“Yes, Agent. That’s me.” she spoke.
“Too formal. Just call me Faith. What’s your name?” She held out her hand to her and she accepted it.
“Rhianna, Rhianna Evangelista.” she introduced herself.
“Wait, I’m gonna pee. I’m going to CR while the training has not yet started.” Alexandra adieu. They nodded at her. She walked towards the Head Quarters.
Faith was busy with her cellphone so she didn’t disturb her. She turned her attention to Leo and Harold talking. They seem to be serious about their talk. Brandon was next to them and just listening. Brandon turned his gaze to where she was.
He walked closer to Rhianna. She saw Leo look at Brandon but he turned his gaze back to Harold. She turns her attention to Brandon. He’s handsome, it suits his long hair to him. Visibility of posture elegance. He sat next to her.
As soon as he sat down, Agent Jerald arrived with Alexandra and a man with brown hair. Suddenly, her co-member that was next to her stood up and saluted Agent Jerald. She stand up as well and saluted Agent Jerald.
“Good afternoon, Agent Jerald!” They said simultaneously.
“Good afternoon too. I want to let you know that I will take a break from the service. And my replacement will be Leonardo Estralta Jr. He will be your temporary leader.” he said. Rhianna heard loud applause. They greeted Leonardo.
“I heard someone wants to be a member of our organization?” Agent Jerald asked. He suddenly looked at her and smiled. She also smiled back at him.
“Yes, Agent. Rhianna wants to be a member of our organization.” Leonardo said and looked at her. Those gazes that enkindle her. What are you doing to me, Leonardo Estralta Jr.?
“Leo told me, you’re good at fighting. So I want to see it by myself if it’s true. Leo will teach you how to do when the opponent is there. The other members won’t train now.” Agent Jerald commanded. She looked at Leo and he walked over to her.
“Show me how good you are Rhianna.” he said when he gain upon her.
“You can do it, Rhianna!” Brandon said to her. She smiled at him. They headed to the center.
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Leo’s punch hit Rhianna immediately, but she avoided it quickly. She tried to punch Leo in the face but he blocked it using one hand. It hurt when her fist hit his arms. She kicked him in the side. But he overcame that. Ouch! It hurts when fist punched his hand. She kicked him again but he blocked it again. Because was busy blocking her kick using his arms. She immediately punches him in the face but he got it and put it behind her and because of what he did he grabbed her another hand and put it behind her. He almost hugged her. Leo whispered to her.
“You still need to train hard to become a full member of the organization.” he said. The scent of his breath. Why does it seem so pleasant to hear his voice in the ears?
“That’s enough for now! Maybe you’ll get hurt. What time is it and we still have a meeting.” Agent Jerald shouted.
Leo has already removed its grip on her hands. He went to the table and fetched water. He drank first before he handed it to her.
She picked it up and stared at the glass. My body was a bit sore because of the training that we did. His body was hard as rock so her muscles hurt.
Don’t worry, I have no illness. ” he said.
“Go to Head Quarters so we can discuss the steps we should take in capturing Don Ysmael.” said Agent Jerald and walked towards Head Quarters with the others.
“You go first, I’ll be next.” she spoke and drank the water from the glass.
“I’ll wait for you, let’s go together.” he said and he looked at her. The two of them stared at each other. She was the first who averted her gaze from him.
“Come on. Maybe the talk must be important.” he said and walked ahead. She sigh. His effect on her is really different. She could feel my knees shaking at any moment because of his looks.
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She’s now in her bedroom and lay down. Her hand and foot hurt. She feels like they are fractured. She got up and went to the living room. She saw earlier there was efficascent oil there. She’ll gonna use it to efface the hurts she felt just a little bit.
She came out of the room staggering. When she came out, Leo came out also to his room. He saw pacing. Shet! That’s embarrassing. Probably, she’s not passed. In the training they did, this is what happened. What if it’s a real battle? She stood up straight.
“Hm. I’ll just take the efficascent oil.” she said even though he wasn’t asking.
“I’ll take it, don’t pretend you’re okay.” he said and went to the hanging small container where the efficascent oil was.
She just stood there looking at him. He was wearing a shirt and his muscles were clearly visible on his body. He came back and walked towards where she was. She held out my palm.
“Give it to me. It’s me who will put it on my foot.” she said. He ignored her but went inside the room and tap the bed.
“Sit down.” he demanded. She did nothing but follow. Even if she’ll ultimate, nothing will happen, he will still be followed.
She slowly re-entered the room and sat on the bed. He took the small chair that was on the side and sat down. He grabbed her foot and placed it on his lap.
“Out, Leo! Slow down!” she shouted while writhing in pain. He looks guilty.
“I’m sorry, I took the rehearsal too seriously. I didn’t think you would be hurt by what I did.” he said to me sincerely. Why does she seem to feel concerned in his voice? Oh, she was just imagining that.
“It’s okay. That’s part of the rehearsal.” she answered.
He did not speak anymore. He opened the efficascent oil and rubbed it on her foot. She winced in pain. But, it feels good what he does. She couldn’t help but smile.
She looked at him while massaging her foot. He suddenly lifted his face. Their eyes met. Her heart was beating fast again. She immediately looked down. She could not meet his gaze any longer.
“That’s okay, take a rest. Because, tomorrow you’ll study gun handling.” he said and stood up then, immediately left the room and closed it.
Next week they will do the rescue of her mother and sister. She will train hard to become a member and catch to Don Ysmael.