Rita vs Spade

**Rita vs Spade** is a brief battle between Rita, a former legendary assassin who has assumed the role of a teacher in Kindergarten Noir, and Spade, an adept assassin.

## Prologue

In the hidden realm of contract killers, Spade, a merciless assassin, is tasked with eliminating a child who attends Kindergarten Noir, a highly secure school catering to influential kids. Rita, an upbeat kindergarten teacher, goes about her day unaware of the impending danger. Fueled by a horoscope predicting a significant encounter, she remains blissfully ignorant that her destiny is on a collision course with Spade's deadly mission as he readies his sniper rifle from a nearby building.

## Battle

From a nearby building, Spade carefully observes a kindergarten, trying to figure out what makes it different from other regular ones. At the same time, Rita, a passionate kindergarten teacher, happily engages with her students on the school grounds. The kids playfully tease Rita, who is in a great mood after reading her horoscope predicting a meeting with her destined soulmate on this particular day. Unaware of Spade's presence, he watches Rita and the children closely, still planning his impending attack. Just as Spade gets ready to shoot with his sniper rifle, aiming to say goodbye to his intended target, he is shocked when Rita quickly blocks the bullet with a small hand shovel. This unexpected defense leaves Spade confused, wondering how she could have anticipated his presence and successfully stopped his attack. Even from a distance, the intense gaze from Rita sends a shiver down Spade's spine, convincing him that she is not just an ordinary kindergarten teacher.

In a rush, Spade quickly moved through the building, climbing the stairs in a hurry. Suddenly, Rita intercepted him and wasted no time getting to the point. She directly asked if he was an assassin, sending a shiver down his spine. Worried about his safety, Spade used tear gas to create a distraction, allowing him to escape through a nearby door. However, Rita stopped his attempt to flee with a powerful kick to his abdomen, causing severe injuries that left him temporarily unable to stand. With Rita pointing a gun at his head, Spade felt like his fate was sealed. Resigned to his circumstances, he decided to reveal his true identity as a professional assassin, taking off his mask to engage in a conversation with Rita.

As Spade revealed his face, Rita couldn't help but feel flustered by his captivating appearance. Thoughts of her earlier horoscope, which had hinted at a significant encounter, raced through her mind, making her cheeks flush with excitement. At that moment, Spade embodied the handsome men she had always wished to meet, with his dark hair adding to his allure. Despite being captivated by Spade's looks and voice, Rita introduced herself and expressed a condition: she would spare him if he promised not to harm any children. Driven by curiosity, she couldn't resist asking about his relationship status. Spade, a bit puzzled, took advantage of Rita's infatuation, implying that she had fallen for him. Building on this, he boldly suggested they become a couple, intensifying Rita's excitement, even as she held onto her handgun.

As Spade subtly hinted at getting to know each other better, trying to make Rita feel more at ease, she continued asking questions. Rita wanted to know Spade's preferences for things like rolled omelets, stew, taiyaki, and karage. Surprisingly, Spade's answers matched Rita's expectations, strengthening the idea of a special connection between them. Just when Rita seemed to be warming up, Spade, hiding a knife, prepared to make a move. In a final attempt to assess compatibility, Rita asked if he watched movie credits. Spade's response, admitting he didn't pay attention and just left the theater with a smile, raised a red flag. Feeling the need to get back to work, Rita quickly shot Spade in the head without hesitation, prioritizing her work responsibilities.

## Aftermath

Returning to the school grounds, Rita is commended by the principal for stopping another intruder. However, the toll of her encounter with Spade becomes evident as she tears up. The principal, recognizing Rita's history as a legendary assassin, reminds her of the year-long commitment to protect the children. Touched emotionally, Rita asks for a personal introduction once the mission ends. The principal, unable to fulfill this, leaves Rita vulnerable. Sensing her distress, the children offer comfort, symbolized by a flower. Reflecting on her troubled past, Rita sees herself as the child's protector, finding comfort in her embraced role.

Kindergarten Noir, the setting for this secret operation, becomes a symbol of safety for influential children. The government's unique approach of recruiting criminals as guardians adds complexity to the kindergarten's defense. Operating in secrecy, surrounded by danger and secrets, it remains the world's safest kindergarten, guarded by individuals with dark pasts.