You and Elijah have been working together for years, thanks to a connection between your families from agency work. Your contracts vary—sometimes, it's a simple mission, but other times, it requires more drastic measures.

Tonight is one of those nights. Standing next to Elijah in a hidden spot, you gesture for him to hand you the knife. Without hesitation, he does as you ask.

“Good boy,” you say. Within an instant, his face turns red as he looks away, clearly flustered.