Her retribution

Dine with the enemy

Mabel

I stared outside the window of the car as we drove to the Archer residence. The ride was taking too long so I had a lot of time to think on the way. My head was swarming with so many emotions but I could not pinpoint how I was feeling. But happiness was far from how I felt. The rain started and pelted against the window. I remember how I loved playing in the rain and my mom would scold me. Distant memories of simple times.

After a while, the car stopped in front of a gigantic gate. On the side was a golden plate written with capital letters, ARCHER RESIDENCE. We have arrived. The gates of the residence opened and the car drove on the long driveway up until the mansion was in sight. I looked at Vincent and he nodded his head in confirmation. I waited a little while for the driver to come open the door. The door opened with an umbrella above my head. Vincent came out the other side with his umbrella.

The place looked kind of familiar. It was like I have been here before but I don't remember it. I shook that thought away and proceeded to walk up to the door. Vincent rang the doorbell and we waited for someone to open it.

" It's time kid. Are you having any second thoughts because once we start this, there is no going back," he said looking for doubt. I looked at him with determination

" Vince, you can ask me a million times but my answer will remain the same. I am doing this and I am not going to stop until I finish what I started. That is a promise."

He paused for a little while and nodded his head. " Alright, let's do this, " he smiled, and right then the door opened. It was the house help. She greeted us and led us inside the majestic house. It was beautiful and glamorous. I liked the interior design so much that I could not take my eyes off it. My attention was brought back by voices. I looked ahead and we were brought to the living room.

The family was gathered there and they noticed our arrival. I spotted my target who had a broad smile on his face. With him were his wife, son, and daughter. If I remember correctly, Dean Archer has three children. One was missing.

" Vincent my man, you are here? I thought you were no longer going to make it! Long time no see my man!" Dean approached us and embraced Vincent who returned the same enthusiasm. He chuckled and said, " I would not miss this for the world, my friend. It has been indeed!"

I stood on the sideline waiting to be acknowledged. His focus finally turned to me and it happened again. The feeling of familiarity hit me again. Instead of hate and anger coursing through my veins, I felt warmth. His eyes were gentle and he had a spark. I didn't understand what was happening to me but I was pulled away from thoughts when he extended his hand toward me.

I hesitated a little but accept it. " It's nice to meet you, Sage. Your father told me a lot about you." I was confused for a second until I remembered that I am not going to be using my name but a fake one.

I gave a fake smile. " It's nice to meet you too. I hope my father told you about the good things."

Soon the rest of the family greeted us and we exchanged pleasantries. They seemed like a tight-knit family and reminded me of what I was deprived of. It would have been me, my father, and my unborn little sibling. Now I am set on this path of vengeance. I didn't want to think too much and draw attention to myself so I got into the role I am supposed to play. Sage Green is who I'll be in front of them while behind their backs, Mabel will plot Dean Archer's destruction.

We were about to sit at the table after the help set everything up when the infamous Slade Archer entered the house.

" Sorry everyone, im late!" he said cooly with a small forced smile on his face. Yeah, I could recognize that because I do it all the time to hide my true emotions. I looked at him and immediately got awestruck by his handsome face. Not that the others were not good-looking. He is just... breathtaking. Our eyes locked for a brief moment until I averted my gaze. I don't know what just happened but it should not go on. I am here with a different purpose which I cannot deviate from. Getting involved with the son of the target would not be a wise step.

" I am glad you could make it brother. You are here and that is all that matters, " said Reginald to Slade and they exchanged strange looks. I did not read too much into it because I did not want to look at Slade longer than needed. He gives me goosebumps and shivers.

Dinner started and the house help began serving us the meal. We ate and maintained small talk in between the meal as well as savored a delicious glass of wine. I'll admit that they only served the best of the best and it was delightful. I suppose it would not be bad to enjoy their delicacies while I plan to destroy them.

After dessert, it was time for Vincent to plant me in the big beautiful home. At first, I did not feel good about the fact that I will have to stay with my enemy in his home but I figured I would be close to him and be able to monitor everything he does and lookout for the best opportunity to strike and kill.

He seems to have a beautiful family who loves and cares for each other. I hate that I will be the one to destroy it and it does not bring me joy. But It is something I have to do. I cannot forget that Dean Archer is the reason I don't have the family he has. I owe it to myself, my mother, my father, and my unborn sibling. They deserve to be avenged so that they can finally receive salvation from the eternal torment of their killer roaming free without being punished.

I suppose if the law had done its duty then I would not have to bloody my hands. I would not need to walk this irredeemable path. I hope I am forgiven and I also get the salvation that I seek after everything is all over.

" Dean, my friend. I have a favor to ask you," Vincent said and everyone's attention was on him except Slade who was just staring at me like I was a piece of art. I couldn't read what he was thinking when looking at me but it made me so uncomfortable I tried my best not to squirm under his gaze. Suddenly I wanted to stop him and call off the whole plan because I had a bad feeling. I think it would have been so simple to reign hell on them and get this over and done with.

No no, I just need to calm down and get myself together. I should not let him affect me so badly because my plan depends on everyone not suspecting me. If he gets interested in me or keeps an eye on me it will be difficult to do anything. I averted my gaze but I still felt his eyes on me.

" Of course my friend. What is it?" Dean asked obviously with no idea that he would be falling into a trap and setting the timer of his demise. I couldn't help but smile a little at the thought of what I would do once I am settled here.

" I am going on a business trip for quite some time. It's dangerous so I can't take her with me nor can I leave her behind alone. So I was wondering if you can take her in until I return." I looked at Dean's expression to try and see how he felt about it but it was neutral. He smiled and looked at his wife for approval. She returned a smile of her own and nodded her head.

" Well if my wife is okay with that, then I see no problem with having your daughter stay with us. I'm sure she will have fun here with Sara's company," he said with a smile.

The guys were just silent and didn't say a thing. I saw that Reginald was not on board with the idea of me staying here but he didn't say anything to stop it. He has been like that since we stepped foot inside their home. I think he is very vigilant and he has a feeling that we do not have good intentions. I really hope he doesn't become a problem and become an obstacle in my way.

The other one had a smirk on his face and kept glancing in my way. If it were any other man or any other moment he would be laying lifeless on the floor with a bullet in between his eyes for looking at me inappropriately. He should count himself lucky for now. I smirked at him and twirled my hair looking at him. Oh boy! If you knew what's good for you, you wouldn't even look at me the way you are doing now. But what to do? I'll have no choice but to do what needs to be done for my plan to be successful.