[Jacob]

*Setting: Adele's shoes clicked on the marbel floor of the Lobbey as she quickly made her way to the building exit. A faint explosion somewhere in the city had given the Council cause for concern and she had been ordered to check the main streets to see if there was any commotion that could harm the Orkhid Hierarchy in any way. Approaching the glass doors she held out her hand and pushed, opening it, within seconds she was greeted with the smokey, exhaust fumes that filled the city itself. Pedestrians talked amongst themselves and cars honked their horns, rushing from place to place. So far nothing seemed to be out of the ordinary, which meant that she didn't have to follow protection protocol. Walking around the outside of the building she checked the skies thoroughly. Again, nothing unusual. After doing the checks she turned back and walked towards the entrance, but as she began to open the door, her phone rang. She stopped mid-pull and delved into her inner jacket pocket, bringing out a small, silver mobile. A short gasp of confusion escaped her lips, her eyes looked at the caller ID...looked at the name who was apparently calling...Iraxx. A cold chill ran down her spine, like somebody had ran an icy finger down her back. Raising the phone to her ear, she pushed the 'answer' button and spoke...*

Adele: "H-Hello...?"

Her voice was shakey, Iraxx should have been dead by now. But he wasn't and if he knew that she was the one responsible for his attempted murder then she would be in for some harsh disciplinary action...

Iraxx: "A-Adele...*Coughs*...It's Iraxx. I-I think Alexie...may...may be involved in...*Coughs*...Something...powerful."

There was a short silence as Adele backed away from the door and rested her back on the building wall.

Adele: "W-What do you mean...?"

There was some more violent coughing from the other end of the phone.

Iraxx: "I...I was attacked by some...creatures. Alexie must know...*Coughs*...that i'm onto him..."

Adele: "Alexie...Yes...yes, it must've been him. What do you suggest we do? Where are you? Are you badly injured?"

Her voice seemed to get darker as the last question was asked, as if she was wishing for him to be hurt severely. She felt somewhat safe that Iraxx believed it was Alexie that had initiated the attack.

Iraxx: "I-I have a plan...pu-put Gian on..."

Gian was one of the head Council members, his accent slightly German in origion he held a seat of power in the Council chambers.

Adele: "Err...Gian isn't here...tell me the plan...what is it?"

There was silence, an un-trustworthy silence.

Iraxx: "W-where...is he?"

Adele thought fast, one of the main attributes that got her the career as the Council Spokeslady.

Adele: "He's in a meeting. They're all in a meeting with the Medical Council...they won't be back 'til later in the evening. If you tell me the plan, i'll pass it on to them when they get back..."

She smiled faintly, knowing that this web of deceit may be the thing to secure her place in the Councils quarters...

Iraxx: "...How...How can i trust...*Coughs*...you?"

Adele: "Iraxx, lets put our petty differences aside. I'll make sure the Council know the plan is yours...if we catch Alexie we can share the praise...share the triumph. But, you have to trust me..."

Again there was silence.

Iraxx: "Ok...*Coughs*...But don't dare ba-backstab me...*Coughs*..."

Adele: "Of course not...whats the plan?"

She checked her nails, sighing as she noticed the red varnish that was on them was scratched and scuffed.

Iraxx: "We...*Coughs*...We find out...who...who was involved with the cov-ver up of...*Coughs*...Alexie's death...we put them...in...in a single, secure area...and wait...*Coughs*...He comes...we kill...or restrain, him."

The plan was somewhat good, with only one flaw...

Adele: "How will he know where to go...?"

Iraxx: "He's known where to go previously...*Coughs*...So he shouldn't have a problem now..."

The point was valid and Adele was certain the Council would accept it...

Adele: "Well done, Iraxx. I'll be sure the Council know right away. I'll be in touch later on...goodbye."

She hung up quickly, her grin wider and her eyes sparkling. She now began to dial in another number, the same number she had dialled in previously whilst in the toilets. It rang three times and then stopped as it was answered...

Adele: "Whatever you did, it failed. Iraxx is alive..."

There was silence from the other end of the line.

Adele: "Well...? What are you going to do about it...?

Being: "Hmmm. We'll be in touch..."

The phone was hung up and with a grunt of annoyance, Adele placed the device back in her pocket before entering the building. Once more her shoes clicked as she crossed the Lobbey. Approaching the Receptionist she nodded an acknowledgement to her, the Receptionist smiled in response. She then pushed open the door that led to the Councils quarters, a buzzing noise was emitted from the door itself whilst a gentle humming came from the sides. Ignoring these sounds she proceeded down the corridor, heading towards the double doors, which was guarded by two guards, that was the entrance to the Councils room. They nodded to her and then pushed open the double doors, allowing her to enter the room. Immediatly the Council looked up at her, smiling.

Gian: "Ahh, Adele. Vell? Anything or nothing?"

Adele smiled and shook her head. He was seated towards the back of the long table, seemingly on the 'head' of it.

Adele: "Nothing. But...i had a thought..."

She headed towards her seat and sat down, the other members were looking at her contently now.

Adele: "We know that the killer is Alexie Craine. And we know that he seems to know were the personel who faked his death now work or are...well...what if we put all of the personel in one secure, highly guarded area...waited for him to turn up and then restrain or kill him..."

There were some mumblings emitted from the members as they looked at each other and quickly discussed the plan.

Gian: "That...That is an interesting idea, but vhere vould ve put them? And how many is there...?"

Adele scratched the back of her head and thought.

Adele: "Well, we know that there are roughly 13-15 Orkhids that knew about Alexie still been alive. But i'll have to do some backtracking. As for the building...we could secure them in the old missile bunker, one way in, one way out. Electronic doors...automated turrets...add around 15-25 guards and medical staff on top of that, thats pretty secure..."

Again the Council discussed it amongst themselves, all in hushed whispers. When this had stopped, Gian stood up and walked around to were Adele was seated, his hand held out.

Gian: "Heh, if this vorks then you can forget all about Iraxx hounding you for his position back...congratulations, you're making quite an impression."

Adele stood and shook the hand of her superior.

Wyles: "Have you heard from that ingrate...?"

A smirk crossed her face for a brief second as she turned to the ageing Councillor.

Adele: "No...not recently."

(OOC: Oh...naughtyness abound!! What do you think should happen in futureness? I have already completed this story in my head, i just want to know what you believe may happen later...please respond.)