The Lies That Binds

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ivity momentarily ceased. The room was filled with rows of sleek, modern desks, each equipped with state-of-the-art technolo

footage, maps, and data analytics. The air was thick with the scent

boss saw her, he

ith a clap, commandeering the attention of the officers and agents at their desks.

lored trousers, cinched at her waist by a black belt. Her curly hair bounced on her shoulders as she walked in her black high boots. She carri

h smiles and admiration. Her aura filled the room, commanding respect from both genders. Some of the m

ward, a broad smile on his face. "

to the front of the room. She exchanged a brief smile with her boss before turning t

aming with pride. Calista met him where he stood. "Thank you, Chief." She said firmly,

e. "You are allowed a week off-duty." He whispered. "You've been at this

de flickered in her eyes. "Thank you." She whispered back

undercover, gathering Intels and infiltrating the riskiest ring. Yet, sh

monster disguised as a parent, had made her life a living hell. The memories of his abuse still

scars ran deep. The loss of her mother, who had died under suspicious circumstances, was still fresh. But Calista knew her father was respon

orgiving world of orphanages and foster homes. But she refused to be br

to her mother's legacy, but it was her tenacity and determination that defined her. She w

ecome an undercover agent. Her talent for deception and ability to think on her feet ma

ld, a ghostly figure who could infiltrate even the most secure organizations. Her name

r father all those years ago. The only difference was that now she had a badge, a gun, and a fierce

ita and Tom. Rita, with her bright smile and bubbly personality, was chatting animatedly about her lates

rie that only came with being around people who truly understood her. But just as t

this," Calista said, picking

crisp, efficient voice said on the other end of the line. "Chief

ccessful mission, and she couldn't think of what else he might want to discuss with her. T

sta said, already standing

ed, noticing the sudden ch

alista replied, her mind alre

nds serious. Do you think i

don't know, but I'm

le bit faster with anticipation. What did the chief director want to see her about? And

one way t