Hunting the Fox

Chapter 13

Kiera felt confused and shaken after her conversation with Marcus. She knew the confrontation had nothing to do with that night, but Kiera could not figure out what it was. She walked back into the conference room and sat down next to Sandra. They discussed the process for Rome. Kiera would need to tail Ryan when he when out by himself. Sandra reminded Kiera that there would be field agents in the event she found herself in trouble.

Sandra understood that they would need to tread carefully; Ryan was or is still an MI-6 agent as Kiera put it. Kiera understood that she was by no means to engage Ryan while tailing him. Sandra gave some pointers on how to tail a suspect.

"It is most important that you are not seen by the person you are tailing." Sandra pointed out.

"Well that is the obvious part," Kiera replied, "But this is Ryan we are talking about. He is called the Fox for a reason."

"It would be best to wear sunglasses and cover your hair. Cover up the distinct features." Sandra added.

Kiera thought she had a plan on how to do these suggestions. Kiera also used the time in the conference room to outline her observations of Marcus. She wanted to be sure that Director Thompson received a full report. The Director needed to look into Marcus. Marcus is hiding something. After the meeting, Kiera and Sandra walked to the local coffee house across from the CIA headquarters. To her surprise, Kate walked into the coffee house and sat down next to them.

"Hey Kate," Sandra smiled, "What bring you to Washington D.C."

"I was told you were at the coffee house." Kate said to Kiera, "I was able to decode the sim card."

"What did you find?" Kiera said quickly.

"Well you were right," Kate replied pulling out a folder from her bag. "Someone did set you up that night."

"I knew it." Kiera felt better about her hunch.

"So what do you have for us Kate." Sandra added.

"These are the print out of the text messages from that night. There is not much more before 10:00pm." Kate replied pulling out the papers and lying them down on the table.

'From: 2027452222 to: 2026789999, Time: 10:00pm

Text: She will be in the alley in 5

From: 2026789999 to: 2027452222, Time:10:01pm

Text: How shall I proceed?

From: 2027452222 to: 2026789999, Time 10:02pm

Text: Rough her up, drug her for delivery, but do not KILL the subject

From:2026789999 to:2027452222, Time 10:03pm

Text: Roger'

"There was more but, but it was general discussion nothing important." Kate said with a shrug looking through the coffee menu.

"And If I received my message from Marcus around 9:55pm to meet him in the alley." Kiera said still looking at the paper.

"It's just speculation at this point Kiera." Sandra added, "We need more prove."

"You are right." Kiera sighed folding up the paper and putting it in her purse. Then a thought came to her, "Can you tell were the texts were coming from?"

"Unfortunately we can't get an exact ping due the cellphones in the area. However I do know that sender '202-745-2222' was t least a couple of miles away from the Foxhole when they sent the text." Kate pointed out, "But that is the best I can do right now."

"I guess that is all we can do for now." Kiera said with a shrug, "It could have been anyone using that number."

"Well we are closer to the truth." Sandra added.

"Yes we are," Kiera smiled, "Thanks for your help Kate."

"Of course, but what should I do with Marcus's request for the sim card?" Kate said after she ordered a drink.

"What did you just say?" Kiera and Sandra both looked at her.

"He requested access to the information on the sim card about an hour ago." Kate looked at both of them, as they knew this.

"Don't give hi..." However, Kiera interrupted Sandra.

"Give him most of the information, but leave out these parts," Kiera took out the paper again and showed it to Kate, "Make up something about the card being partially damaged when it was mailed."

"Something tells me he wanted the information before we got a hold of it." Sandra said.

"Good thing I did not see the request yet." Kate smiled slyly, "Also I looked into your phone photo question."

"Really, what did you find out?" Kiera asked excited. She felt like something was finally going right.

"It is possible, but it has to be accessed from your phone directly." Kate explained as both Kiera and Sandra looked at her confused, "Someone would have had to break into your phone while you left it somewhere and input the photo. It can't be done remotely."

"You are saying that someone would have had to take my phone and put the photo in there?" Kiera probed, but felt defeated.

"That is exactly what I'm saying." Kate replied.

"Well I think my cloud idea sounds better." Sandra interrupted.

"That would be the most logical." Kate nodded, "Can I see your phone Kiera."

"I have a new one. The old one was damaged during the assault last week." Kiera said.

"That is a shame," Kate shrugged, "I could have seen if someone did access the phone."

"Okay ladies this have fun, but I have to get home." Kate said standing up and stretching.

"Got a hot date or something?" Kate smiled.

"Maybe, but I will never tell." Kiera replied and hugged both women before leaving.

She thought she was getting to know Ryan quite well, but he did find ways to surprise her. When she arrived home, he was home. He did not ask any questions about where she had been and why she was dressed up. He sat her down on the couch seeming to know how stressed she looked. Ryan stepped behind, removed her jacket, and began to massage her shoulders.

Kiera realized that he was not only a good at giving massages, but he was fantastic. Before she knew it, she was melting in his hands. She was not aware how tense she had become. Her meeting with Director, the confrontation with Marcus, the text messages were weighting on her.

'As soon as I get an answer I have ten more questions.' Kiera thought as he relaxed.

The surprises from Ryan did not stop. The next day with luggage packed, they headed off to Dulles airport for their flight to Rome. Kiera felt excited and apprehensive as the same time as she sat close to Ryan with her head on his shoulder. Looking up she noticed that they were not driving towards Dulles International Airport.

"Ryan?" Kiera called out his name looking at him with a curious expression.

"Yes Gazelle." Ryan replied and Kiera noticed a smirk spreading over his face.

"We are not heading towards Dulles International are we?"

"No we are not."

"Then where are we going?" Kiera asked slowly.

"Look out the window and see for yourself." Ryan replied again pointing out the window.

Kiera followed his finger and saw a sign for 'Washington Executive Airpark'. She turned to look at Ryan confused and Ryan laughed.

"We are taking a private charter to Rome," Ryan answered her question, "Perks of being the CEO."

"And here I was thinking we were flying coach." Kiera said shaking her head.

The town car drove up to a jet parked on the runway. She noticed that the jet was sleek with two turbine engines. Ryan explained it was a twin turboprop Phenom 300. The plane accommodated seven passengers comfortably. It can reach speeds over 450 knots. Kiera unfamiliar with knots looked at Ryan in confusion.

"It is roughly 518 miles per hour." Ryan explained.

When the car stopped, Ryan climbed out first and held out a hand for Kiera. He glanced down at her shapely legs in her pleated mid-thigh green skirt as he helped her out the car. On the tarmac, the Captain, First Officer, and flight attendant waited.

They each greeted Ryan as an old friend and shook hands. They smiled and shook hands with Kiera, calling her by her professional title. Ryan commented and asked them to call her Kiera, the name she preferred. With nods, all around the Captain looked down at his watch and mentioned that they had better get themselves situated, wheels up will be in 15 minutes.

They climbed onboard the private jet. Ryan lightly squeezed Kiera's bottom when she leaned over to enter the cabin. Looking back with a smile, she opened her eyes wide in amazement when her eyes adjusted to the interior lights of the cabin. There were six leather chairs. Four of the chairs faced each other. In the far corner, there was a couch meant to six two.

"Your family business has done well." Kiera smiled taking a seat on the left side.

"We are one of the top advance science funding sites in the world." Ryan said proudly taking a sea across from her.

"So will this be a non-stop flight." Kiera asked.

"We will have to make a stop in Iceland for refueling," Ryan explained, "short stop then off to Rome."

"Ryan, Kiera," The flight attendant spoke, "Anything to drink before takeoff." Kiera noticed she had an English accent.

"Two glasses of wine please." Ryan answered.

"Yes Ryan." The flight attendant left to prepare the wine.

Over the cabin speakers the captain's voice spoke, "Ryan and Kiera we will be departing soon, please buckle up. We have a six-hour flight to Reykjavik, Iceland. After we refuel, we will have roughly five more hours to Rome, Italy. Please make yourselves comfortable for the flight and we are happy to have you onboard."

At that time, the flight attendant brought them each a glass of wine with a fruit and cheese palter. Ryan thanked the flight attendant. She nodded and left to secure the cabin door. She then took her seat and buckled up. Before Kiera knew it, they were flying towards Rome.

"Kiera time to wake up honey," Kiera felt her shoulder gently shaken and Ryan calling out her name. Opening her eyes, she blinked a few times to clear the sleep out. Kiera smiled upon seeing Ryan looking down at her.

"Are you my angel?" Kiera smiled sleepily while adjusting her glasses.

"If you like," Ryan responded with a chuckle, "We're in Rome."

"Can I sleep just a bit more," Kiera said closing her eyes again, "What time is it?"

"It's just after One in the morning," Ryan replied and shook her shoulder again. "We need to exit the plane Gazelle."

"Okay," Kiera stretched and stood up slowly feeling her tired muscles protest.

Ryan helped her out of the plan and onto the tarmac, where a limo was waiting for them. On the drive through Rome, Kiera fell asleep again, slumping against Ryan's shoulder. She felt herself lifted and thought she was floating on a cloud in a dream.

"Well good morning sleepy head." Kiera heard Ryan's voice in her ear.

Opening her eyes slightly, light was spilling into the large bedroom. Through half closed eyes, Kiera noticed that she was in a king size four-poster bed and the mattress felt like she was floating on a cloud. She turned her head and saw Ryan smiling down at her. She smiled back then turned her head pulling the covers, wrapping them tightly around herself. She felt the covers move and a weight on the bed as Ryan lied down. She felt him wrap his arm around her and Kiera snuggled her back against him, enjoying the feel of his lean muscular body against her.

"Mm, this feels good." Kiera muttered sleepily.

"Breakfast is ready for us," Ryan whispered into her ear then nibbled on her earlobe.

"Stop that Ryan," Kiera said smiling slightly and moving her head away from him, "I want to sleep."

"You know you like it." Ryan breathed lightly against her neck.

Kiera involuntarily moaned, and then smelling the food her stomach gave a loud groan. Ryan laughed loudly at the sound her stomach made and hugged her tightly.

"Breakfast does smell good," murmured Kiera, "Can I have breakfast in bed please?"

"Your wish is my command." Ryan kissed the nape of her neck and climbed out of bed.

Kiera sat up in bed, grabbed her glasses from the nightstand, put them on, and looked around the room. The room was amazing. She saw a neoclassical design in the room. The furnishings were beautiful and the bedroom was huge. She heard sounds of the morning coming from outside. She glanced over to the balcony to see it open to the outside Piazza Della Repubblica. She turned head and saw Ryan enter the bedroom with a breakfast tray. Kiera smiled and clapped her hands excitedly.

"Your breakfast is ready ma'am." Ryan took on the tone of a servant. "Were would you like me to place the tray."

"Ryan her sir," Kiera said smoothing out the blankets, sat up straight and rested her hands in her lap.

Ryan shook his head and placed the tray down on Kiera's lap. Kiera saw there was enough food for the two of them.

"Please, sir would you care to join me?" Kiera tried to keep a straight face, but laughed hard. She laughed so hard she snorted. Embarrassed by the snort, Kiera covered her mouth blushing.

"I should have had my phone ready for that." Ryan laughed.

"That would never happen." Kiera said spooning some blueberry jam on her toast and took a delicate bite, "I am a lady." She held her head high.

Ryan rolled his eyes dramatically. He sat down next to her and the two enjoyed their breakfast. During their breakfast together Kiera put down the fork and asked a question.

"What are we doing today?"

"I thought we would act like American tourist and explore the city." Ryan suggested.

"That sounds really fun." Kiera clapped her hands enthusiastically.

The rest of breakfast in bed was wonderful. Kiera thought this was great.

"I really need a shower," Ryan ran his hand though his slightly long chestnut colored hair, "Enjoy the rest of breakfast love." Ryan got up and walked into the bathroom.

Kiera listened for the water to start running. Smiling she slipped out of bed and undressed. Sneaking into the bathroom naked, she opened her eyes wide. The bathroom was almost as huge as the bedroom. In the corner of the bathroom was a shower enclosed with frosted glass on three sides. She could make out his naked form in the shower. She saw that his back was to her.

Kiera took off her glasses, sat them down on the counter, and opened the door quietly. Her heart quickened and she felt herself getting warm. It was not the shower that warmed her body, but the lean muscular frame of Ryan under the shower.

Walking up behind him, she wrapped her arms around his body, pressing her breast against his back. He stiffened at first, but relaxed when he realized it was Kiera. Kiera slid her hand down his taunt stomach, until she reached between his legs. Grasping his organ, she felt it hardened in her hand. Smiling she used her hand to stroke Ryan. Kiera lightly bit his shoulder as Ryan slid his hand between her legs. His fingers spread her lips and he slid a finger deep into her. She gasped loudly as his finger sunk deep into her. She stroked him harder and moaned into his ear.

Kiera felt herself being wet as his finger slid deeper into her. Suddenly Ryan removed her hand from his member and turned around to kiss her. He pumped his finger faster into her, Kiera kissed him back hard. Ryan then spun her around so her back was to him. Sensing what he wanted, Kiera pushed her hips back, feeling his hardness against her bottom. Ryan pulled out his finger and placed her hand on his organ. Kiera guided him into her and when he entered her, he thrust his hips hard against her.

"Ah!" Kiera cried out in pleasure as her body pressed against the frosted glass.

Ryan put his hand back between her legs and rubbed her sensitive spot as he plunged himself into her. Kiera pushed back against him meeting him thrust for thrust. Ryan pressed his hips against her bottom and thrust into her with shorter thrust. Kiera felt the pleasure building up in her body as his shaft slid in and out of her. Arching her back and pushing back she cried out in pleasure. Her knees became weak from the orgasm. Ryan pushed himself hard against her and groaned loudly into her ear. She felt his organ throbbing hard in her as he exploded deep in her. Ryan held himself against her and Kiera kept still enjoying her own climax.

Kiera breathe heavily as Ryan nibbled on her neck and licked her earlobe. Kiera exposed more of her neck for Ryan as he licked up the nape of her neck. Ryan pulled out of her and turned her around to face him. Kiera wrapped her arms around him and kissed him. She sensed Ryan's surprise by her aggressiveness, but he pulled her close and kissed her.

"Good morning Fox." Kiera said breaking the kiss and stared at him.

"Good morning Gazelle." Ryan replied keeping his arms wrapped around her waist.

"I think I'm ready to explore Rome now." Kiera said with a smile.

"I think I'm ready to explore you some more." Ryan said.

Kiera felt his organ between her legs and she gave Ryan a seductive look.