Thread: Miss Murder [ Bear & LaughtersAssassin ]

The meeting stirred up a bunch of repressed feelings for Anthony. He never really loved in his life. He had relationships, sure, but they were more in line with keeping up appearances than anything else. Subtle idiosyncrasies that others wouldn't bat an eye at managed to drive him absolutely mad. He'd broken off what many might call serious relationships because of the way a girlfriend chewed her food or the gait of her walk. He obsessed over the most minute details and because of that, his love life was basically a barren wasteland. Instead of focusing on the drought, Anthony turned his attention to work. Contract killing required a painstaking attention to detail, so it made sense why he was so successful from the start. When he graduated to 1-800-SUICIDE, there was no lapse in success. In fact, it was even easier. His business thrived because of the kind of man running it. He was convinced of that. So, when Lucie inquired about how capable he might be, he nodded his head. He was capable of 'loving'. At least, he was capable of presenting himself as a caring, doting boyfriend. He found nothing about Lucie from their initial sit down that would suggest anything that would annoy him or steer his focus away from the task at hand. She was pretty, she knew what she wanted and she was forthright. Three pluses from the start. I can assure you if it's a loving relationship you seek for those final weeks, months, year, I can provide that for you. Honestly is my only policy, Lucie. You've made your request clear and, unusual as it may be, I'm more than up for the task. I look forward to it. You won't be treated like glass. You'll be treated as you want to be treated. I'm here to accommodate you--to provide you everything you want. He stopped and listened to her start her appeal to him. Her mention of him being handsome and exceeding her expectations brought a smile to his face. It wasn't a warm smile, but it was a real one. I appreciate that. You've exceeded mine as well. You know, you don't really fit the bill. And when I was told I'd be providing this particular service, I was expecting someone entirely different. I'm Anthony. Anthony Monroe. I don't want to talk about my work or my success or why you've come to me. You've given me all I need and I think the best way to progress is to act as naturally as possible. Think of this as a first date or a way to get to know one another better. If, in the course of our talks, you want to know more about me, I'll gladly oblige, but I don't want to harp on it. I don't want you to see this as a means to an end. We're in a relationship. He hoped he got his point across. He didn't want her to hang on the fact that he would eventually be the man to end her life. It was strange to think they were going to get to know one another--love each other, only for him to kill her. He didn't judge her. He respected her wishes. He respected all his clients wishes. Despite how anal he was when it came to dating, he managed to keep those quirks separate. Anthony would make it a point to be the best boyfriend he could for Lucie. It was the least he could do for someone keeping him in business.