Chapter 2 II

Empowered with the obtained information, Helen adeptly discerns the affiliation of the impeccably dressed individuals – they are operatives belonging to their rival organization, Double S.

It becomes increasingly apparent that the competitive landscape has resulted in client attrition, as Double S views themselves akin to a high-end Gangnam department store, contrasting Jones and Helen, who are perceived by clients as a neighborhood market.

As the subway car carrying his prospective client pulls in, Jones adeptly takes proactive measures to ensure he reaches the contact ahead of their rivals. With a subtle touch, he discreetly grasps the contact's arm and inquires, "You came to meet the Mender?" Urgently pulling the man back onto the train, the maneuver is executed with swiftness but not quick enough, as their competitors spot them and hastily board the same car.

In an abrupt twist of events, Jones discovers himself ensnared, as goons close in from both sides, intensifying the situation into a tense and precarious predicament.

Inside the confines of a residential building, a young woman casually shares an elevator ride with a delivery man, nonchalantly pointing out that the package at the top is meant for her.

Capitalizing on the opportunity, she takes possession of the package from the deliveryman and promptly withdraws into a nearby stairwell. Cleverly, she assumes a new identity, donning a delivery vest and using the package as a clever pretext to knock on a different apartment door. Her maneuvers unfold with a subtle and sneaky finesse.

Weaving an intricate web of deception, the impostor skillfully concocts a tale about requiring signatures for mail delivery, convincing the initially hesitant resident to reluctantly open their door. Seizing the opportune moment, our deceptive delivery woman theatrically clutches her heart, executing a dramatic display.

With theatrical flair, she extends her hand towards a pill container, urgently requesting water in a well-orchestrated performance of feigned distress, adding a touch of drama to her act.

Taking advantage of the woman's cooperation, our impostor promptly seizes the opportunity, covertly grabbing her phone to discreetly capture images of the entryway.

Swiftly, she concocts a feeble excuse, trying to justify the mix-up in delivery to the unsuspecting woman. However, the ruse rapidly unravels as the woman, asserting her celebrity status, challenges the explanation with a pointed "Don't you know who I am?" Recognizing that the game is up, our deceptive delivery woman makes a hasty and undignified retreat, her cover thoroughly blown.

Having accomplished her covert mission, the deceptive delivery woman reveals her true identity as Jasmine Paul, a resourceful reporter.

Acting swiftly, she reaches out to her editor at the low-rent tabloid, who, upon viewing her photo featuring men's shoes in the celebrity's entryway, endeavors to craft a sensational headline. However, the editor expresses dissatisfaction, deeming it too feeble to serve as conclusive evidence of a liaison and unworthy of being a groundbreaking scoop.

Venturing towards the parking garage in her quest for additional revelations, Jasmine's pursuit takes a perilous turn as she narrowly evades a collision with a convertible maneuvering into a parking space.