Unraveling Secrets Of The Devil

Chapter - Ten

Dexter’s POV

I went back to the headquarters the next day to discuss about the case. I sat on my chair waiting for the others to arrive and I noticed someone’s presence outside our cabin. I casually went outside to check but no one was there. I started pacing around slowly since my leg was paining a bit. I never saw the headquarters properly. While noticing the surroundings of my cabin and the whole floor, I saw that there were only four cameras in the whole floor. Three of them were facing the floor, which were moving around focusing the people, whereas the fourth one was directed towards my cabin but it didn’t move. It seemed like it was fixed to keep an eye on my cabin. I went back to my cabin hiding my suspicion. Who would have installed it there?

I came back and sat down. I leaned back on my chair and relaxed by closed my eyes. I almost drifted off to sleep when Stella woke me up. I rubbed my eyes to see her standing in front of my table. “ Good morning Chief” she said “ Good morning.” I said while grabbing a bottle of water. I drank as she saw me and a thought occurred in my mind. Others hadn’t arrived yet so I thought this would be the best time for it. “ Hey, I was thinking, since our breakfast plan was ruined we have to make it up to it . What do you say ?” I asked and she smiled. “ Of course. We have to. But what do we do ?” she asked. I instantly shared my idea which I was thinking about from morning, “ How about dinner tonight at my place?” she looked at me with a surprised look and then smiled. “ Sure Chief. Time?” “ Be there by 8?” “ Okay”

We finished at the right time when Ansh and Sarah entered the cabin “ Morning Chief” they both said in unison. “ Morning” “ How are you Chief?” Ansh asked and I replied by showing a thumbs up. Others also joined us and I started with the discussion. “ So, basically we have now right now except to search for Evelyn. We'll be split into teams again. Be very very careful. I don’t want anyone risking their lives in this”

I was surprised to see Mason entering cabin on his wheelchair. Isn’t he supposed to take rest? That’s the reason why I didn’t invite him for this meeting, but still he came. “ Sorry Chief. Got a bit late.” He said. “ Are you mad?” Sarah asked which actually even I was about to ask. “ Exactly. Are you? Who asked you to come. You should be taking rest” I said. “ Ah. It’s ok Chief. I can handle it and moreover it’s damn boring staying at hospital” he said and everyone smiled at him. He came and settled his wheelchair in front and then I continued. “So yeah. Don’t risk your lives in this. If anyone gets any information inform me and then take any steps . Is everyone clear about this?” everyone nodded.

I called Ansh to whisper something in his ear “ I’ve a doubt that someone is keeping an eye on us here. Our discussions will be held in different places. I’ll be texting everyone the details of our location and time. All the plans we make with be there. But still we’ll be meeting here in the office everyday in the morning and then we’ll make up some fake plans for them to follow. Inform everyone about this in secret. Our first undercover meeting will be at my place tomorrow evening.” I said and he nodded. “ Ok then everyone get back to work . Mason don’t you dare do any work for few more days. Go home and take rest” I glared at him to which first he had a sad expression and then smiled. “ Same to you Chief” he said and turned his wheelchair. He was about to move but I held it and started moving him towards the parking lot.

I came back home and started thinking of what I could make for dinner. It was already 11 am so I thought of searching for recipes. I searched for almost an hour and found the perfect dishes for a romantic dinner date. I thought it would be better to set up the table before starting to cook or else it’ll be cold by the time she comes.

I placed my favourite royal blue coloured cloth on the dining table. I pulled out few jar candles and arranged them in the centre of the table. I thought of putting some rose petals. I prepared a list of ingredients required and went to the nearby supermarket to buy. I came back home within an hour and then started with all the decorations. I placed the roses in the fridge so that it would look fresh by night. I hanged some light blue and silver fairy lights above the table. I placed blue cushions on the chairs.

At around like 6 pm I started preparing dinner. I planned to make a one pan cheesy spaghetti pie. I prepared everything and kept it aside. I thought I would put it in the oven half an hour before she came. I also prepared strawberry banana margarita for drink . I poured it into wine glasses and kept them in the fridge. I also made molten chocolate soufflé. It was already 7:30 pm. I placed the spaghetti pie in the oven and went to get ready. I wore a white t-shirt with jeans. I wore a blue blazer on top of it. I set up the rose petals when I heard the door bell ring.

I opened the door and saw her standing with a beautiful smile. She was wearing a white knee length dress with blue flowers. What a coincidence with all my decorations. She looked beautiful. “ Come in” I said . It was a bit awkward for us . I hugged her and then we sat down . “ Nice decorations Chief” “ Thank you” I said. “ I’ll get us something to drink” I said and went for the strawberry- banana margarita. I gave one to her and sat down with mine . “ Yummy. Where did you get this from?” she asked. “ I made it. Remember I love cooking” I said “ Oh yeh. Right. It’s really good Chief” she said. “ Umm. I think Dexter is much better since we are off work right now?” I said and she smiled shyly.

She had left her hair loose with some curls below. It suited her perfectly. I think I had the right thing to make her look complete. I excused myself and went to my room. I had recently bought few floral tiaras for my sister since they are her favourite. I had a blue and white one among it. I picked it up and left the room. She was checking her phone. I just placed the tiara on her head “ Perfect” I said and she checked herself in her camera. “ Wow. It’s soo beautiful. I love it . Thanks Dexter” she said with a big smile. “My pleasure” I kissed her right hand and went back to my seat.

We spoke randomly and then I brought out spaghetti pie and soufflés. It was a wonderful night with her. “ You know I’ve been on many dates, and have had few boyfriends but none of them ever made me feel this special. Preparing a romantic dinner for me. And taking care of me when needed. Thank you for everything Dexter.” She said . “ It’s my pleasure Stella. I like this . I love to make my loved ones feel special” I said. “ Loved one ?” she asked and that’s when I realised I had already put her in my loved ones list. “ Yes. My loved ones” I replied.

We sat on the couch while cuddling and started watching some shows and movies on the TV. It was fun. I got to know that she loves reality shows more and even more she loves drama . We were watching TV and eating popcorn and I didn’t know when she fell asleep on my shoulder. I didn’t want to disturb her sleep by carrying her to the room, so I just let her sleep there on the couch. I went and stood near the window door of my balcony thinking how and all my life had changed from times of Vancouver and Seattle. It’s a good change, I must admit.

“ What happened ?” Stella asked rubbing her eyes. “ Nothing. I think you should get some sleep. You can sleep in the guest room. I’ll drop you home tomorrow morning ?” I asked her and she nodded. I showed her the way to the room . “ Do you have anything comfortable to wear?” she asked. “I don’t have any girl’s clothes here.” I said out of nowhere. “ You haven’t dated much have you?” she asked. I shook my head with a chuckle. “ Any t- shirt of yours is fine. That’ll make a perfect dress on me.” She said and I agreed. I gave her one of my t-shirts, said her good night and left to my room. It was a long night and I was tired that I slept nicely .

The next day morning I woke up and went to the kitchen to get myself a cup of coffee when I saw Stella coming out all ready to leave. “ Coffee?” I asked her and she nodded. We both sat down on the patio and sipped our coffee. “ I was thinking what if you get ready and then from my home we could go have breakfast and then leave to the headquarters?” Stella suggested and it was a good idea “ Yup. Let’s do it” I said and went in to get ready.

I already had a fake idea to plan out with the team in my cabin. I drove to the headquarters with Stella. Mason and Sarah were already there. “Hi Chief” they said in unison. “ Hi . Where are others ?” I asked . “ Sameer and Luna are in the lab. I’ll go call them” Sarah said and left. “ I’ll call Ansh and see where he is” Mason said as he took out his phone.

In the next 15 minutes everyone were in the room. “ So I don’t know why but I feel like we have missed something in Ms. Jeanine’s case. I feel like we have to go and check her house once more. Sameer you check her house all over again. Ansh go and have a look at her work place and all the grounds. Someone must have been around her the whole time to know her that well before k********g. Sarah I want you to go to Ms. Evelyn’s house and check on the details, her house and talk to her mom. The rest I think we can discuss tomorrow ?” I said and everyone nodded.

I sat next to Mason and started talking . He started recording as I signalled him. “ So, go according to what I’ve told. Sameer and Ansh, yours is fake plan . Sarah yours is the real plan, you need to go through everything. Sameer and Ansh if you by any chance find anything important, tell me” I whispered. Now I started talking loudly. “ Guys, it’s been few months since I joined here and I haven’t given any party to you. Let’s meet at my place today evening ?” I said and everyone started clapping and cheering and saying yes. Good actors. “ Ok then meet you all at 7 pm” I said as I left.