Agent of Death - Jordon - Part 1

Alright.... here it is.... part 1 of story 3 :) Let me know if you want them smaller or not.

Swerving to miss the car in front of her for the second time, Mika wondered what the driver ahead of her was doing. Her heart was pounding in her chest as she struggled to maintain control of her car on the busy road. All around her the cars seemed to be moving with her as she moved left and right to avoid a crash. She hated driving at the best of times, but at night she just didn’t feel safe. She would rather have been at home, but some things were unavoidable. If Caleb hadn’t been such a handful today she might have made it to the city before dark. He didn’t understand why mummy had to leave the forest without him. He had made that very clear that he wanted to come with her.

All of a sudden her eyes focused once more at what was in front of her and red taillights lit up the night as the driver ahead skidded to a stop. Smoke billowed from their types as she slammed on her own brakes now. Too fast, there was no way to avoid it. Bracing herself as best as she could and in the split second after she hit she registered the accident before her airbags deployed and her world went black.

Jordon stood back from the crash before him, pleased. The driver of the red car had put up a fight, but like always the crash was a spectacular disaster. Carnage was spread across the road and while he stood there to watch the emergency services were arriving. There was meant to be three in this accident, but as usual his father was making last minute changes to his list. His temper recently left a lot to be desired for, so instead of arguing with him, it was better to just do what he said. Even if that meant changing plans at the last minute just to suit his father’s whim. Four cars lay damaged on the road. Ambulance officers scrambled from one car to another trying to assess the damage. He knew that the driver in the white car was dead already. They had already draped a sheet over his face. The heart attack that the poor guy had been suffering had been too much of a strain on him and from the moment that he slammed his brakes on it was game over for him. The woman in the red car was his other intended victim. The people in the dark cars, where the blue or black, it was hard to tell in this light were just collateral damage. The way that the ambos were treating them reassured him that once again things had gone to plan.

It was late and he was tired. It had been a long day, but after this he had a few days off. To say that he was looking forward to them was an understatement. Everyone had been working hard in the last few months. Alex was the exception to the rule, his son was only six months old and he liked staying home too much. Zac was a cute and full of energy. One look at him and you could tell that he was just like him dad. Already he knew that Alex didn’t want him to follow in the family business. As much as he wanted to hate his brother for his family and happiness, he couldn’t. Living solitary lives was hard. He could feel his eyes starting to close on him and wished that things would hurry up. He just needed them to pronounce the driver of the red car dead and he would be out of here and home in the blink of an eye. As a second ambulance officer arrived at the red car he sensed something was wrong. It should have been easy for them to work out the difference between dead and alive. The car door was pulled open and that was when his worst fears came to life. Out of the car stepped a woman with striking blonde hair and even in this light she was stunningly beautiful. With the assistance of the ambos she was walked over to the waiting vehicle and ushered inside.

Jordon stood in a state of shock. He was certainly not tired now. What the hell was going on? How could she have walked away? Scrubbing his hands across his face he moved closer to see what was going on with her. She was sitting alone in the back of an ambulance. Police were slowly clearing the scene and as the last of the casualties were loading into the other ambulances, Jordon stood looking at her.

“He is going to pay. Stupid old man sending someone else to do his dirty work for him. When I get home, shit is going to hit the fan and I am going to go after him.” Her voice was low and muttering, but her intent was clear. Whoever she was annoyed with was in trouble. There was a gleam in her blue eyes that screamed danger. The door was closed on the van while she was still muttering to herself. He thought about following her, but knew that there was no point tonight. He would not get another chance. Tomorrow was a brand new day and hopefully it would happen after a good night’s sleep.

A hospital was the last place that she wanted to be tonight. Tomorrow was a big day for her and she needed to be resting and centring herself. Not stuck in a place that stunk of sterility. Closing her eyes she thought of Caleb, thankful once more at the fact that he wasn’t with her. He needed to be safe. She trusted him in Cian’s hands. Her brother would watch him until her return. If only they would let her go. Aside from a few bruises she felt alright. Mika had heard them talking of a concussion, but she didn’t care. She wanted to go home, or at least to her hotel room.

“Ms Frees all of your scans have come back clear. You have no broken bones, but a lot of bruising.” She opened her eyes to see a tall doctor learning over her.

“I told you before, it is Mika.” She had told them all a million times.

“Mika then, you were very lucky. From what the paramedics have said, you should have a lot of injuries. Your car is a write off.”

“It was a rental anyway. The lucky part is I took out accident cover.”

“Well there is that too I guess.” The doctor chuckled. “We want to keep you in overnight, just so that we can make sure that you don’t have a concussion.”

“I can’t stay. I have to be somewhere in the morning”

“I am sorry, but it is not negotiable. If you don’t show any signs overnight we will release you in the morning.”

“You don’t understand.....”

“I do, but you still need to stay. Someone will be back first thing to release you if you are fit to go.”

“Fine, whatever, just get out of here.” There was no reasoning, so why bother. She watched the doctor leave and lay back on the bed thinking about what to do next.

It was a long night. After the doctors had left the police had arrived again to talk to her about the accident. They also dropped off her bag that she left in the car. Once they had left she rang and reported the damage to the rental company and they were going to sort that side of it out for her. Every hour they had woken her and asked her questions to see how she was. Each time it happened she wished that she was home in her own bed. She certainly felt worse this morning, but her mind was clear and she finally heard the words that she had waited all night to hear. She was free to be discharged. Walking outside it suddenly hit her, how was she going to get to her hotel, or more importantly, how was she going to get to the ceremony that she was supposed to attend? Walking over to a pay phone she dialled the only number that she needed to know and hoped that someone would be there still.

“Hello.” The strong male voice that answered the phone was blunt.

“Hi, it’s Mika, is Jen there?”

“Mika she is not here. She stayed out last night at a friend’s place.”

“Oh” disappointment flooded her voice as she wondered what to do next.

“Is everything alright?”

“Not really. I am stuck at the hospital and don’t have my car anymore.”

“Are you alright?” Concern flowed through his voice as she realised why Jen fell for him.

“I am alright, just a bit sore. I am not sure that I will be able to make today.”

“You have to be there. I can pick you up in fifteen minutes if you like and drop you around to where Jen is.”

“That would be great Levi. I hate being an inconvenience.”

“It is no hassle at all. Jen would be upset if you couldn’t make it over something as silly as not being able to find a lift.”

“Thank you. Don’t tell her about what happened. I will talk to her myself about it.”

“No problems at all. I will see you soon.”

Hanging up the phone she made her way back to a bench at the front of the hospital and gingerly sat down to wait for her ride.

“I really appreciate this Levi.” True to his word he had picked her up from the hospital and was currently driving her to where Jen was.

“It isn’t a big deal really.”

“It is to me.”

They pulled up outside a house and he left the car running.

“This is Jen’s friend Eve’s place. It should be just the two of them there. I am not allowed in though.”

“Thanks again.”

“Enough of the thanks Mika, I get it. Now head in there and I will see you later on today.”

“See you then.” Getting out of the car hurt just a little more than she was expecting. She was seizing up at a rapid rate. Walking to the front door with her bags in her hand she knocked and waited. As the door opened she heard Levi drive away. The woman standing before her was not Jen, she assumed it was Eve.

“Hi, is Jen here?”

“Yes.” She eyed Mika carefully and was cagy with her response.

“She isn’t expecting me, but can you tell her that Mika is here please?”

“Say no more, come inside I have heard a lot about you.” Her smile radiated warmth. She ushered Mika inside and closed the door behind them. “Jen you have a visitor.” Her voice projected through the house. She turned back to Mika “I’m Eve by the way.”

“Levi told me your name when he dropped me here.”

“Levi?” She could see the confusion on Eve’s face but before she could explain it further Jen walked around the corner and saw her standing there.

“Oh my god Mika it is so good to see you again.” She ran up and embraced her in a hug. Mika tried not to wince too much as the pain shot threw her system. “What are you doing here?”

“I will explain it if you let me go long enough.” A smile could be heard in her voice clearly, despite the pain that she felt.

“Come and sit down in the lounge. I will be back in a moment. I just need to check on Zac.” Eve left Jen to walk her into the lounge. It took a lot of effort to sit down on the chair without showing what she was feeling. Mika thought that she had done a good job but when she looked at Jen, she saw the concern in her eyes.

“What happened?”

There was no point lying to Jen. “Car accident on my way to the hotel last night, there is no need to panic though.”

“You are in pain. How did you get here?” Anxiety could be heard in her voice.

“Levi dropped me off here. He picked me up from the hospital.”

Eve returned to the room with a small child in her arms. He was still only young, but he was a spitting image of his mother. His eyes were wide open and actively searching the room. The little one reminded her so much of Caleb. Sitting down next to her Eve bounced the child slightly on her lap as he smiled at her.

“How bad?” Jen’s words interrupted her thoughts.

“Some bruising mainly. It could have been a lot worse. I will be fine in a couple of days. I made it that is all that matters.”

“Eve can you make her a cup of tea she is going to need it.” Jen ignored what she was saying, not buying it. Eve didn’t question her which made Mika wonder how much Eve knew. “It will help you.”

“You don’t need to. I am alright.” She was not about to be the one that made her tired before the ceremony.

Jen got up and sat back down next to her. Before Mika could stop her she felt her touch. Instinctively her body opened and allowed her in. The pain eased and within moments she felt Jen withdraw. There was a slight dizziness afterwards that she always felt, but that was all. No pain, no discomfort and she knew without looking that there were no more bruises.

“Thank you. Are you ok?”

“Yep, it was simple. I have done a lot more since I last saw you. I am getting better at coping with the after effects of healing.”

“You have learnt well, but I didn’t come here to be healed.”

“No you didn’t, but I couldn’t let you go home to your family all banged up like that.” At that moment Eve returned with two cups of tea. The little boy was now on the floor playing with toys and laughing to himself while Eve went back into the kitchen for her cup.

“I appreciate it Jen.”

“I have missed you. How is Caleb?”

“You have a son too?” Eve sat back down next to where her son was playing.

“Yes, Caleb is four. Jen you wouldn’t know him anymore. He is a little terror. He was the reason that I was running late last night. He wasn’t keen to be staying home.”

“Ah, I will have to come and visit you soon so that I can see how much he has grown.”

“You will. He would love that. How old is your little one Eve?”

“Zac is six months old. He looks a lot like his father though I’m afraid.”

“He has your facial features.”

“You wait until you meet Alex, then you will change your mind.” Eve smiled.

“Should we be getting you ready by now Jen?” Mika had almost lost her train of thought about the day’s events.

“Soon.”

“She is right Jen, go and have a shower and we will tidy up here.” It was funny to watch Eve almost push her out of the room. Standing Mika picked up the cups and followed Eve into the kitchen.

“You are walking a lot freer now.”

“Yeah, the cup of tea helped.”

“Jen too I gather.” Eve saw the shock on her face. “I know what she is Mika, it is no secret.”

“Forgive me then. I didn’t want to say anything out of place.”

“I know that. Come on, I could use a spare set of hands to help get her ready.”

Nothing more needed to be said between them. They shared a bond and she needed their help. Eve was someone that Jen trusted, so by default Mika trusted her too.

Bloody suits, he hated them, but Jordon, like all the other brothers standing around Levi had promised that they wouldn’t complain. Well not too much at least.

“Levi did you have to make this all so formal?” Eric was the first one to verbalise his complaint.

“Yes. It is the first time that we have had to do something like this as a family. I was going to do it right.”

“Are you having a dig at me there?” Alex spoke up. We had all joked so many times that it should have been Alex getting married first, but he was dragging his feet. Levi on the other hand was jumping in head first.

“Me, never.” The room broke into laughter, knowing that Levi was in fact having a go at him. When the laughter died down they regained their solemn expressions. Levi had wanted his father to be with them today, but he had refused. It weighed heavily on not only his mind, but all of their minds.

“So what times does this all go down?” Jordon needed to do something to distract them all.

“Midday. That is of course if she turns up on time.”

“Why wouldn’t she?” Jordon wasn’t sure who asked, but it didn’t matter.

“There was a little bit of a drama this morning when I had to drop her good friend over at Eve’s to get some help.”

“Everything alright?” Heath asked.

“I am sure that it is. I just think that it will be more of a case of them gossiping and losing track of time.”

“I can call Eve if you like and make sure that everything is alright.” Alex offered helpfully.

“Don’t worry about it. I know that Jen will be here. She loves me too much.” The all laughed again at that one and finished putting the finishing touches.