Suzy Cheung glanced at her watch for the umpteenth time. She was waiting on the docks, right next to the 'Eastern Paradise'. There was still no sign of Louise returning. Suzy was a little concerned, but not alarmed. She'd been in touch with the bridge crew, and she'd been reassured that everything was okay. In fact, they'd requested her presence up on the bridge.
Suzy made the decision to go up, but thought it wise to let her people know where she was going. A male colleague was just about to go on his rounds, and she left a message with him. The man nodded, and Suzy was satisfied with that. Then, she made her way up the gangplank.
On the bridge, Liu and Yee watched with delight, as the girl came closer to her unsuspecting capture. Yee was concerned that she had spoken to the man moments before.
'Shall we still take her, Captain?'
Yee really thought his friend would say no. However, Liu's reply wasn't what he expected.
'Of course we will. That girl knows about our pretty English rose, it’s only right we grab her to cover our tracks. '
Yee was pleased, but he did ask, 'What about that man she just spoke with?'
Liu shook his head, confident at his answer.
'We sail tonight anyway. I'm eager to get back home to deliver our fresh merchandise. '
He did ponder for a moment, considering Yee's concern.
'We'll be long gone, even if the alarm is raised. Besides, 'he smiled, 'we have some powerful back up, should the need arise. '
Yee smiled in return, his concerns satisfied.
Just then, Suzy came onto the bridge. She could see the crew were preparing to get ready for their departure.
[i]Not until I find Louise, she thought determinedly.
Captain Liu approached her, his sinister First Officer keeping slightly back.
'Good Evening. ' Liu was polite, as he shook her hand, 'I'm Captain Liu; my First Officer Yee. Welcome aboard. '
Suzy nodded politely back. Then, she came straight to the point.
'My friend hasn't returned. Is she still on board?'
Liu did nod, and was pleased to see the relief on Suzy's face.
'She's tied up at the moment, but we can take you to her, if you wish. '
Suzy failed to grasp the first part of what she'd just been told. Instead, she nodded, anxious to see Louise.
'I'd like that, Captain. '
Liu gestured politely with his hand, 'Follow me, please. '
As he left the bridge, Liu smiled to himself. This was too easy.
Suzy followed him, she was aware of Yee behind her. However, all she could think of was getting to Louise, so promptly ignored the obvious warning signs. The three of them entered Liu's personal quarters, and the Captain went straight for the hidden switch under his desk. Suzy watched, slightly taken aback, as the wall slid away.
'What's that?' She finally managed.
Liu was honest as he answered her, 'You wanted to see Louise? She's down there waiting for you. '
Suddenly, Suzy was now alarmed. Yet kept her composure, as she asked. 'What was the problem? Why is there a hidden door there?'
Liu sighed, but replied back. 'Well, the problem wasn't Louise, rather it’s someone who won't interfere with us now that we have Louise. '
Suzy finally grasped at what she'd just been told. Her eyes widened. 'You kidnapped her?'
She backed away from him, but Yee suddenly pounced on her, grabbing her arms behind her. Suzy gasped in shock, as she stared stunned at her two captors. Liu grinned at the customs girl.
'Quite right, my dear. We did kidnap Miss Jennings, for personal gains of course. Things will be getting very interesting very soon, and you'll be joining our latest stock of pretty slaves. '
Suzy now found herself shaking with fear, but maintained a defiant attitude.
'I've already told my people where I am. If you kidnap me, they'll know where I am. '
Liu just smiled at her.
'Well that has already been taking care of. You see, we sail tonight for Bangkok. Even if the alarm is raised here in Hong Kong, it won't make any difference to you. You'll be tightly bound and gagged, and safely locked up in one of our many large packing crates. '
Suzy was now beginning to lose control, as she opened her mouth to scream.
Yee however, saw this coming and was ready for it. He jammed the chloroform soaked cotton wool pad over the girl's mouth tightly. Suzy reeled under the drug’s attack, she could only manage a weak struggle in Yee's vise-like grip. Then, she went under.
Pleased, Liu picked up his own personal phone. He was smiling as he spoke into it.
'Madam Chen? We have the other Customs girl. '
He listened to her eager answer, and nodded.
'Sending her down now too you. '
He didn't have to tell Yee. He'd already put the girl over his shoulder, her arms flailing limply, her shining dark hair flowing down between them, as he entered the lift.
Liu then ordered, 'Madam Chen will tie her up, come back up here immediately. I want to get away from here. We'll check up on the girl's brother, and see what he's up to. '
Yee did think he knew the answer to that. 'He's probably with that gorgeous Japanese girl. '
Liu shook his head, 'Oh no. Not at this moment. I've ordered that she be grabbed, and be brought to me. I'm going to ravish every little bit of her. The same goes for the English girl, once we've disposed of her brother. '
Yee smiled with eager anticipation, as the lift door shut behind him.