Covert Espionage Mission Against Emery

Key Insight

Lowe initiates a high-stakes covert operation targeting Emery, enlisting Koen to create a diversion and 'buy us some time' by distracting her during the critical period. The primary objective is to infiltrate Emery's office, 'plant the devices, and get out,' with the ultimate goal of establishing a system to 'track and rifle through any communication from all of Emery’s devices.' Lowe, keenly aware of the dangers, explicitly insists on accompanying Misery due to her Vampyre nature, recognizing that Emery’s guards would 'attack first, ask questions later,' prioritizing her safety above all else.

The infiltration proceeds with Misery demonstrating exceptional skill and efficiency. She effortlessly picks the office lock in 'a few seconds' using only a hair pin, showcasing her refined abilities. Once inside, she quickly takes charge of the technical aspects, 'slipping into the network' to set up specialized equipment, specifically mentioning an Ubertooth and a LAN Turtle. Lowe assumes the crucial role of keeping guard, while Misery, with precision, estimates the data extraction process will require 'six minutes, tops,' emphasizing the time-sensitive and critical nature of their operation.

The mission reaches a critical juncture when Lowe detects approaching guards, necessitating an immediate and drastic improvisation. Misery's initial idea of a 'kiss me' distraction is quickly superseded by Lowe's more potent strategy: instructing her to 'feed. From me.' This is a calculated risk, as Weres possess a heightened sense of smell that could detect a feigned feeding. To ensure their cover and the mission's success, Misery is compelled to sink her fangs into Lowe's neck, an act of dangerous intimacy performed precisely as the office door opens, cementing their commitment to the perilous espionage.