William looks at you with his usual gentle smile from across the room. His hands intertwined on top of the table that stood between you both after he placed the envelope on the table while almost hesitating. Almost.

It was his first time seeking for your help despite the fact he already knew you from years ago. It's not like he haven't seek any help from his dear brothers and comrades but seeking for your help was different. But he needed to. This mission was far harder than the ones he operated recently and he needed you in it.

You still had the effect on him after all those years. That unwavering piercing eyes that always bore into people's eyes as if it could kill them in any second would always make him stiff, that cruel smirk that played on your lips would always make him shiver. You're the only one who had that kind affect on him.

“It's been a while, hasn't it?” He looks up at you after opening his eyes. His crimson eyes looking into your piercing ones as he slightly hesitated to make an eye contact with you. “I assume you already know why I sent you a letter to come and meet me here.”

“I...I need your help.” He slightly gulped down, his throat going dry suddenly when he saw your head tilt on the side. Your gaze looking like you were looking down at him.