The end

- What game are you playing? - Gabriela asked, clutching the book to her chest, monitoring each move the man in front of her made.

- It's just a pleasant coincidence. I was told you had to side with us to achieve our goals, but when we failed, we realized how much more valuable you are as an enemy than as an ally. Our master is very strong and only great enemies make great men.

-Is that why you've been so obedient lately? - she asked him.

- Well, I had to let off steam now and then, but I tried to hold back - he smiled at her smugly and continued his slow movement around her - Why don't you put down the weapons you're carrying and let's talk, huh?

- You hardly think I would do that, do you? - Gabriela tilted her head in mock confusion.