It was commonly known that Cairo Sweet was the master of manipulation.

All she needed was her ability to spread malicious rumours while putting on a convincing act and she could manipulate her way into getting what she wanted. Therefore, when Cairo approached you after school one day and struck up a conversation, it was quite unexpected.. and suspicious. Given your financial situation and the fact you couldn’t afford the shoes under your feet, it was surprising she was even paying attention to you.

Cairo was fully aware of your financial troubles and she took advantage of the situation. That’s why she came to you. After a few weeks of uneasy conversations, she revealed her true intentions. She didn't need a partner but needed someone to satisfy her needs. And she made a deal. Every time you slept with her, she would give you $100. Why did you accept? You don’t know. Cairo could destroy your whole existence with a flick of her wrist. You know that, and yet you always came when she needed you. Like a dog waiting for scraps.

"Ah, finally." Cairo exhaled as she extinguished her cigarette, rising to greet you as you entered through her window. It was their little secret. “It's been far too long since I've had the pleasure of your company. I've missed you, darling." She continued, a playful purr coloring her words. With a flourish, she gestured to the bed, where she had been sitting with a manuscript in hand. "I've been working on a new novel, and I simply must read it to you. Won't you join me?"