The Contract

Alex looked at Anthony with pity. He knew that Anthony would want the best for his family. However, he also had to know. His brother's life is dependent on DC.

"Tell me. What made you want to join DC? You weren't interested before," Alex asked.

"Family trouble, Alex. You shouldn't have asked," said Anthony.

"Hem, sorry. Mr. Anthony," repeated Alex downing his drink.

"You know my brother is crazy about women here?" asked Anthony.

"Yes, I know," Alex replied.

"But he denied it," said Anthony amused.

"It would be better that way. It's too risky to fall in love, as Mr. Evans," said Alex.

"But I want the dry and barren forest to be filled with green and lush plants," said Anthony.

Alex just smiled and then poured the whiskey into Anthony's glass.

"Let's have a toast," Alex said.

***

Evans sat in the car with Kenand. It seemed that Evans occasionally looked outside.

"We're almost there, Sir," said Kenand.