Chapter 22 My Mission
COHEN POV
FLASH BACK
Today was long and stressful, I didn't even stop for lunch, but it was worth it.
After 6 months we finally got it, and it's at times like these that I realize I made the right choice.
Since I was little, I'd see my father coming home late at night, tired but satisfied for having saved lives, and for him, that was enough; doing a good job was his way of supporting his family.
My mother, Lena, didn't accept that; most of our arguments were about this job, and even so, I wanted to be like him.
Congratulations, Cohen, your father would be proud if he were with us.
Thank you, sir.
I know you're tired, you've worked very hard on this case, but I need your help.
I can't think of anyone better to help me.
It will be a pleasure to work alongside you, sir.
What's the problem?
"We've been at this for years, Cohen, and we've never been able to get this close; they always get away, but today, thinking about it all day, I had an idea, and you're going to be the lead on this case."
My boss's words intrigued me so much that when I found out what it was about, I didn't hesitate to accept.
This would be my greatest mission, and I feel it could change my life.
A few hours later, I already knew all the details of the operation that had to be done very carefully.
I went home to prepare.
I park the car in the garage and quickly go up to my room.
The house was quiet as always; I've lived alone for a while now, but I still haven't gotten used to the house since I rarely come here.
It's looked after and watched 24 hours a day by the employees and security guards I hired.
I've been through a lot, I have many enemies, so you can never be too sure.
It was almost midnight, the perfect time to go to the nightclub.
I took the most expensive car I had, a BMW.
I intended to splurge.
To show that I'm a wealthy executive, which is partly true.
The plan for tonight was simply to observe; my job is too dangerous, and any wrong move could ruin everything.
I have to be constantly alert and stay in control; this was strictly necessary.
I had the lives of several girls in my hands.
Arriving at the nightclub, I went straight to the bar.
I'm here for work, but I'm not made of steel either; I need a whiskey.
Everywhere there were drunk men and nearly naked women walking back and forth, showing themselves off to them, some sitting on their laps, and others going to a corridor where I imagine the rooms are located.
And in a few minutes I spot her, the woman who is in my sights from now on.
"Mr. Charleston, what an honor to see you here," Rose said, greeting me.
I only knew her from photos, but my kindness led her to hear about my reputation.
The good kind of reputation, of course.
As a businessman who could bring a lot of money to her venture.
The pleasure is all mine.
It's a beautiful place, and I'm eager to discover all that you have to offer.
I always work with the best, my dear, but I have a special one for you tonight.
I wanted to end all this right here and now, but I wasn't going to spoil the surprise she was about to receive.
"Then show me," I tell her, placing a large wad of cash in her hand.
Rose's smile widens even more, and she turns to look for her best girl.
I can't find her; she must be in one of the rooms.
Make yourself at home; I'll go look for her.
She walks away, leaving me alone in the bar again.
While I'm waiting, one of the girls comes up to me, a very pretty girl with long, straight black hair and a striking look.
She runs her hand over my chest, smiling, then down to my leg, gently squeezing my thigh.
"What's a handsome man like you doing here all alone? I can keep you company if you'd like," she said in a sweet yet sensual way.
I might accept it if we were somewhere else but right now, I would never take advantage of her in this situation.
I don't accept her company, and she, with a sly smile, leaves and goes to the other side of the bar.
Almost an hour later, still no sign of Rose with that girl, I see a beautiful girl who is going up to dance on the pole;
I'm fascinated by her sensual yet delicate manner, It's incredible how well these girls disguise and how much they dislike being here.
What caught my attention was her face; her forced smile was obvious to anyone who looked closely and truly wanted to see the reality and it was at that moment that I knew who could be with me in this.
She's the one I want, she's the one who will help me.
Without wasting any time, I look for Rose and tell her, I want a night with her.
She said she's the one who would deliver me, the most sought-after and consequently the most expensive, and that's why she was busy until that moment.
Since I had already paid her a considerable amount, she handed me the key to the suite, so I followed her down the red and black corridor and entered the room to wait for her.
When the girl enters the room, she seems exhausted.
Even so, she puts that smile back on, and then I hear her voice.
"Good evening, darling, nice to meet you, my name is Madison, and this handsome man is...?" she asks, approaching.
Cohen Charleston— I said my name firmly, not letting myself be carried away by her beauty as she takes off her clothes.
"What do you want tonight, Cohen?" she said, naked in front of me.
I couldn't do anything with her, but my desire was so strong seeing her like that.
Even so, it would be wrong, and my duty there wasn't to have sex, but to do my job, something very important for her future and the future of others.
I just want to talk.
Her expression of relief made me happy; at that moment I was certain I needed to get her out of that place, and I would do the impossible to make it happen.