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chapter 3

She wasn't sure of his exact location, but it was a start. Shooting her brother a quick text about her leaving, she gathered her things to leave the plane.

Ariana enjoyed flying a lot. It offered her peace for long periods of time. She always felt her problems didn't matter when she was 30,000 feet up in the air. Plus she loved looking out at the clouds.

Once the jet landed Ari grabbed her bag and personal belongings and walked down the stairs. "Was it a nice trip Ms. Ari?" Simon asked as he approached Ariana, his London accent dripping from his words. "It was okay, they got the car I requested?"

Simon was like an assistant to helping mercenaries carry out their mission when stationedsomewhere. Gun4hire had people all around the world like Simon. It helps ensure efficiency for clients.

"Your matte black 2023 Dodge Charger SRT" He replied smugly handing her the key. Ari smiled after pressing the unlock button and listening to the beep sound. Walking towards the car she slipped her bags into the back as she got in.

"Hand this to the hotel receptionist when you get there. She'll give you a specialized room with everything you need. Mr. Gaulden sent over things too."

Simon said as he handed the girl a gold token. Ariana nodded letting her window up as she drove away. Atlanta was one of Ari's favorite cities to visit. It was like the black Hollywood of everybody trying to be somebody.

Especially, she loved the city view at night, often getting penthouses when she was here for that exact reason.

After pulling up to the door of the four seasons hotel, she stepped out of the car and handed the key to the valet. "My bags are in the back," she said handing the man a 100-dollar bill. He smiled at the woman blessing her as a thank you.

It was scorching in Atlanta during May so she decided to wear something airy today. She sported a brown mini dress with an orange channel bag and orange rick owens.

Attracting unwanted attention as she walked through the hotel lobby. Heads turned to look at her as she approached the desk.

"Welcome to Four Seasons. What type of room can I get for you?" The receptionist spoke in a friendly voice as she acknowledged Ariana standing there.

"Hi Simon said they would have a room waiting for me" Ari replied in a neutral tone as she slipped the lady the golden token. The hotel worker accepted it with a head nod as she left to get the room key.

Not even a minute later, she returned with a room key, robes, and towels. "You have room 405 and your bags will be delivered to you. I hope you enjoy your stay ma'am. Call down if you need anything." She rushed out as she handed Ari the items.

Ari simply nodded before walking toward the elevator she was lucky enough to enter by herself and press her floor number as the door closed

Ariana always hated the awkwardness of riding in an elevator with someone she didn't know. Especially when it was multiple people. Those were the most uncomfortable rides in her opinion.

Once the elevator rang, she exited and started toward her room. Using the key given to her, she opened the door and entered the hotel room.

Ari was soon greeted with many boxes that filled the side table. Walking towards it she grabbed the note that sat on top of it.

'I got exactly what u need, be safe & I love you too shawty- Kenny' The note read with surprisingly neat handwriting. Ari smiled and set the note to the side as she debated which of the two she should open first.

Deciding not to take her time she ripped the top of the big gift open. Sitting inside was a big M4 carbine assault rifle. It was all black with 6 replacement clips inside.

As she admired the gun she looked through the scope and reloaded it to test its recoil time. Happy with the results, she moved on to the next box.

After opening the second box she was met with another gun. This one was a Glock with a silencer added just as she requested. She rememberedto see Kenny after handling business to thank him.

3 knocks on the door signaled that her bags had been brought to her. Before opening the door she looked through the peephole to ensure it was hotel staff.

"Thank you," Ari replied politely as she handed the man a 50-dollar bill. Quickly closing the door she grabbed her computer to find Grandson's location.

Her work phone vibrated as she got a text from one of her Atlanta contacts.

404-***-****

he supposed to be at the vixen tonight

Not bothering to text back she checked the time and saw it was 10:45 already. Most of her evening went toward the plane ride over.

Ari opened her suitcase looking for something to wear that would look sexy and conceal all her weapons. Deciding on a pink sundress, she sat everything out as she got ready.

45 minutes later she was finally ready. Paired with the pink sundress she sported a 36-inch jet-black wig crimped with a middle part.

Ari admired her frame in the mirror. All the time spent at the gym paid off. She'd noticed how her hips and ass had spread but it was very noticeable in the dress.

Pulling her dress up to the waist, she slipped a gun into her thigh holster while putting a knife in the other. The dress concealed them well.

After adding another handgun to her purse she sprayed her finest perfume all over. She needed to catch his attention because knowing their profession anything else would feel like a set-up.

Walking out of the hotel room she made sure she had everything before leaving. As she exited the elevator the doorman greeted her. "Shall I get you a driver or are you driving miss?" he asked as he held the door open.

"Driver" Ariana answered. She wasn't sure how tonight would end and hated to leave that amazing car in some club parking lot.

"They'll be arriving soon. Be safe" Ari nodded back at the man knowing she would need all the hope he could lend her.

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lol i love a good cliffhanger.

hopefully y'all get the next chapter soon too 💕🫶🏽

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