99 Taking Everything (1/2)

Agni took a deep breathe, she brought out her motherly aura and walked over to Officer Rennie.She gently placed a hand onto his shoulder and gave him a charming smile.”That is quite admirable of you Officer Rennie, to give up time from your... time in a successful second career just so you can grace us with your presence.Can you really afford to spare a moment from your deserving students just for someone who the world sees as a 'lost cause'?” She questioned as she slid her hand across his shoulder and lingered her touch a little too long on his body.

”Oh no Madam I believe everyone deserves a fair chance to tell their story but I do have a question about something rather important.So Madam may I ask you something?” he asked Agni as he showed her his slightly blushed face.Agni lifted her hand off his shoulder quickly, she brushed backed a lock of her hair behind her ear and hugged herself.”Anything... Officer Rennie.” She said bashfully as she lightly rocked her body left to right.”What's for lunch?”

Agni froze in place, she was completely caught off guard as she was expecting an entirely different question.She looked like a fish out of water as she started moving her lips up and down but no words were coming out.

Officer Rennie tilted his head sideways as he watched Agni's efforts to speak and then showed her a child like smile.”You're a model mother correct.Loving, humble, saintly and so on and so on.You are even using the precious time you have to entertain me yet... I saw no workers as we walked here, I also don't smell anything slow cooking or see you making your way to the kitchen...”

”I will also assume your daughters are out, as you made no effort to introduce me to them or the fact they were not present when I walked in.... regardless whether they are here or not I would assume that the both of you at least lunch together especially since the child is under house arrest and you don't want her to feel like an outcast...So what's for lunch?” he asked as his smile beamed brightly.

”I do hope it is something homemade, I mean you seem like the type of mother that would prepare something completely nutritious and well balanced unless your the type that thinks PB and J sandwiches are better?Oh so sorry I shouldn't assume anything, silly me my wife always prepares my meals and I know the amount of love and attention she puts into it is time consuming but she is one of those great women that knows how to balance life.” he said innocently.

Agni paled as her mask was chipping away by the second.She tried to compose her self but Olivia could see her body trembling with rage.”You're right... Since we were expecting you earlier and waited patiently by the door I completely let time slip by and missed the opportunity to make a nutritious lunch!I will need to order take out, Livy dear do you want Greek?” Agni asked in a shaky voice.Olivia nodded her head.”Thank you mother I have been actually craving lamb and rice.” She answered happily.

”I will call your sisters and see what they want they should be coming home soon....What about yourself Officer Rennie what would you like?” She asked politely as her nails dug into the palms of her hands.”Goodness me!Madam I could not impose!Besides the missus already packed me a lunch so I'm good.” Agni's temper was on the rise so she quickly excused herself from the room.Officer Rennie pulled out a couple of containers and thermos and set them on the table.”Sorry sweetie I do not have a lot of time so I have to write and eat.” He said apologetically.

”It's ok, please don't mind me.” She answered with a smile while Officer Rennie opened his first container.A pungent smell of tuna rose into the air causing Olivia's smile to falter.She gulped and tried her best to stop the bile from rising in her throat.Officer Rennie quickly closed the lid without taking out the sandwhich and went for the thermos instead, inside was some vegetable soup.The tuna smell still lingered but it wasn't as offensive.

”So young lady I want to ask you some intrusive questions and I will need you comply with everything I ask with, no arguing, no back talking and you can not let your temper take the better of you have I made myself clear?” He asked sternly , his eyes were focused on her, unwavering and proud.She nodded and placed her hands on the table.”Good, now hand over your jewelry.” He demanded and held out his hand.

Olivia started to tear up as she looked at Officer Rennie.”Procedure, I need to make sure that certain valuables in your possession are looked after, until your house arrest is over of course.”He gave her a reassuring look and Olivia reluctantly nodded her head in compliance.Her hands shook as she unclasped her mother's necklace then gulped before she started to slide the engagement ring off her finger.

She looked at the jewelry one last time before she slowly handed them over to Officer Rennie.”Don't worry little lady I will personally keep these safe for you.” He said cheerfully.He pulled out a tiny box from his bag and unlocked it with a key.He slid the jewelry inside, locked it and placed the box back into his bag.

”Now let's begin... Tell me about your step-mother.” He asked indifferently.Olivia was caught off guard by the question and she tried to put a smile on her face but it was too forced to fool anyone.”My mother is wonderful, kind and supportive... Why do you ask?” Olivia replied in a somewhat pleasant manner.