New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 426 Second Mission

Eligos sat in his dimly lit office, a faint smirk tugging at the corners of his mouth as he flipped a silver coin between his fingers. He wasn't just playing with the coin; it was his thinking ritual, a rhythmic, almost hypnotic motion that helped him map out his schemes.

His sharp eyes gleamed with satisfaction as an idea crystallized in his mind. Time to get Cindy involved again.

He grabbed his sleek black phone from the desk and dialed Cindy's number. The call was answered on the second ring, Cindy's bubbly voice coming through the line.

"Hello? Eligos?" Cindy sounded chipper, almost too chipper.

Eligos allowed a thin smile. "Cindy, darling. How's the glamorous life treating you?"

She laughed softly, the sound tinged with a bit of nervousness. "Oh, it's great, honestly. Never thought I'd be here. I have a photo shoot tomorrow if you can believe that."

"Of course, I believe it," Eligos said smoothly. "You're talented, Cindy. You just needed the right hand guiding you."

Cindy hesitated, then responded, "Thanks, Eligos. Really."

"Good. Now, let's get to business," Eligos said, his voice taking on a more commanding tone. "I have another mission for you."

The pause on Cindy's end stretched longer this time. "A... mission? Again?"

"Yes," he said, his smirk widening as he leaned back in his chair. "It's time to repay my generosity. Don't forget, Cindy, I made this life of yours possible."

Cindy froze for a moment on the other end of the line. She had promised to help him when needed, but every time he called, it felt like a Faustian bargain. She sighed softly, clearly torn. "I haven't forgotten. What do you need me to do?" Eligos's smile turned predatory. "You're going to seduce Adrian Saint Laurent."

before. "Excuse me? What? Adrian Saint Laurent? n Adrian

and Adrian. Once the photos hit the internet, Claire Peterson will see them. That's all I need for Claire to

let out a disbelieving laugh.

course it is," Eligos replied, his voice dripping with self-assurance. "I don't make amateur moves, Cindy. But this requires finesse. Adrian isn't

see through everything. So, what's the plan?

Inside, you'll find exactly what you need

curiosity piqued, and her brows shot up. "A package? What kind of package? What's

Eligos said, his tone firm. "You'll see soon enough. Just know that it's everything you'll need to convince Adrian you're someone...

the suspicion clear in her voice. "Familiar? What do

eyes, his patience wearing thin. "Dress to resemble Claire Peterson. Do your hair like hers. Channel her style. Adrian won't be able to resist if he thinks

genuinely offended. "Why Claire? Why can't

point is to mess with Adrian's head. Claire is the key to that. You're not there to show off yourself you're there to plant doubt in Adrian's mind and get Claire off balance. Do you understand now?" Still

firmly. "Now, do as

"Fine. But

isn't part of the deal," Eligos said flatly. "Just wait for the package. Once you have it, the plan will make perfect

tone lacked enthusiasm. "I'll do

Eligos said, leaning forward again. "I'll send you

hint of unease. "Ok, I

with condescension. "This is your chance to really prove your

head. "No wonder her career tanked in the first place. The girl couldn't find her way out

she was told. She owed him, and Eligos always collected on debts. Leaning back in his chair, he allowed himself a rare moment of satisfaction. If all went according to plan, Claire would be too busy dealing with personal

she's halfway useful," he muttered to himself, shaking

the next steps of his plan. If Cindy could execute this flawlessly-and that was a big