[Music] before his high stakes missions John Smith's life was defined by resilience and hardship in a small Texas town born Herman Monster to Bill and Freda Who Loved vintage sitcoms Jon faced constant teasing for his unusual name determined to distance himself from it he endured schoolyard fights and Stern home lectures After High School he sought purpose and enlisted in the Marines six Tough years including deployments in harsh desert conditions caught the attention of secret recruiters these recruiters brought him to sector Alpha a covert organization where Jon took on the cover of an ordinary IT specialist
his unassuming appearance and friendly demeanor made him perfect for blending in unnoticed the company as insiders called it valued his discreet nature and strategic mind during this time he met Houston a lively and trusting woman in a Computer class arranged by the agency they married sharing simple Joys although her occasional naivity sometimes worried him returning home one evening John parked in the garage savoring the sight of Houston's car and the anticipation of their reunion entering the house he was greeted by the aroma of her cooking the warmth of Home reminded him of his many roles
from Soldier to covert operative to devoted husband this evening promised a rare Moment of Peace Houston who worked as a legal secretary knew Jon's job involved travel but not its true nature his cover as a globe trotting it troubleshooter allowed him to gather intelligence though he didn't dwell on what the company did with it occasionally he had to use his training leaving him unsettled that night he walked into the familiar scent of lasagna one of his favorite meals the dining table was set with their wedding China signaling a Special evening as he turned ah head
upstairs Houston appeared stunning him in a short black dress that left little to the imagination her long dark hair framed her face and high heels completed the look promising a night that would help him forget the weight of his secret life how do you like it she asked spinning to show off her dress he noticed she wore only tiny underwear underneath and fought the urge to rip them off wow he said you look incredible She laughed as he lifted her easy don't mess up my makeup what's the occasion he asked eyeing the fancy China on
the table for our guest she said guest but there are only two plates where will the guest sit at the head of the table she replied A sense of unease settled over JN where's my plate he asked we need to talk Maria said her voice tinged with nerves talk about what Junk's eyes narrowed first who is this guest Maria questioned my boss Greg Wilson she Answered glancing away Junk's expression darkened you mean that guy who thinks he's God's gift to women that's your perspective Maria countered HEK actually nice and you'd like him if you got
to know him I highly doubt that John said Crossing his arms keep going you remember the position I mentioned applying for Maria asked yes some executive role John replied exactly Greg and the partners are considering me for it it could mean more money for us but I'd also have to travel to New York and Paris occasionally isn't that exciting what's the catch he asked as she grew more nervous it means I may need to you know provide extra services to Greg and the partners she said hesitantly extras as in Zex he asked bluntly yes she
said but it won't change anything for us Greg says most men secretly want to see their wife with another man what else did he tell you Jon asked trying to control his anger he told me to call you a deceived Husband and not let you touch me without his approval heun's coming tonight to make your dream come true Maria said her voice wavering Junk's jaw tightened we have a serious problem Houston problem what do you mean she asked her brow furrowed have I ever given any reason to believe I'd want that JN demanded no but
Greg insists that most men don't know they want it until they experience it she replied so let me get this straight you invited Greg to my house to sit at My table use our best China and then sleep with you in our bed Junk's voice was Ice yes that's the plan she admitted did he promise it'd be fun Jon pressed yes he said you'd eventually get used to it she said softly have you slept with him already John stare was unflinching no Maria replied shaking her head he wants the first time to be in front
of you JN took a deep breath his eyes locked on hers listen carefully if you ever call me a deceived husband I'll Make sure no one ever finds your body Maria's face blanched at his words stunned second if Greg steps into my house and disrespects me I'll handle him myself and third if you love me and want this marriage to work call him now and quit your job but he's already already on his way she whispered fear flickering in her eyes one last question do you really want to stay married yes she said then go
upstairs and change he ordered I'll handle Greg but HEK bigger than you And knows karate she protested you're just a programmer I said I'll handle it go change now she ran upstairs crying Jon was left thinking about what to do with his Unfaithful wife divorce was too risky as it might reveal his real identity the agency had methods for handling such issues but turning her into an emotionless shell didn't sit right with him he trusted she hadn't cheated yet but the chance remained the doorbell interrupted his thoughts he Opened it to a tall muscular man
you must be Greg Jon said yeah Greg replied pushing past him with a smirk Jon hated that and restrained the urge to break his neck come in Jon said closing the door Greg glanced at him and laughed soou the deceived husband no Jon said calmly I'm Houston's husband same thing Greg scoffed give me a drink screw you JN said I'm not your servant what did you just say Greg snapped surprised at the Defiance I said screw you are you Deaf too JN repeated Greg's face darkened I'll Crush you do you know who I am yes
the guy who's been filling my wife's head with nonsense where is she Greg demanded shek coming Jon said as Houston appeared in jeans and t-shirt why aren't you wearing the dress I bought Greg asked angrily I didn't feel like it she said Greg turned to johnk make her change why don't we discuss this in my office Jon suggested there's nothing to discuss Greg said perfect I'll just eliminate you here then Jon replied with a smile is that a threat Greg sneered no it's a promise Jon said cooly Houston tried to interject but JN signaled for
her to stop 5 minutes in my office if you're still standing after do what ever you want Greg grinned arrogantly I was a state karate champ you really want this 5 minutes Jon said fine but you'll beg for mercy Greg warned Jon led the way to the basement and gestured for Houston to follow she Hesitated shocked at her husband's demeanor but complied once downstairs Jon had Houston sit against the wall Greg faced him smirking well now what Greg asked waiting on you Jon said Greg mocked him kneeling and putting his hands behind his back afraid
to strike a man like this enough Greg spat you wanted this in seconds John subdued Greg if anyone asks you slipped on the soap John whispered Greg nodded weakly I didn't hear you John pressed I Understand Greg managed good remember I know a thousand ways to end you don't test me Jon said now good night Gracie he knocked Greg out Jon took out his phone clean up the second line and we'll need an inspector thanks he said ending the call he turned to Houston who sat in stunned silence he he dead John said no but
he'll have a bad headache who are you she asked don't you know your own husband Jon replied I thought you were just a programmer she whispered John Grinned all programmers can do this no not all programmers she said I've seen Greg defeat larger opponents break bricks and boards but you took him down in seconds he didn't stand a chance no matter how strong you are there's always someone stronger JN said I was angry and motivated HEK lucky I didn't eliminate him what happens to us now she asked that depends Jon replied on what she pressed
on your honesty when the inspector arrives Jon said inspector What does that mean she asked it's a device my company uses to verify testimony he explained and if I fail she asked nervously don't think about that he said did you mean it when you said youd eliminate me if I called you that she asked a tear rolling down her cheekes JN said meeting her eyes she shivered and he added my mother cheated on my father for years he wanted a divorce but couldn't afford to lose everything so he stayed for us she Humiliated him daily
calling him that word until it broke him one day after my younger brother left for college he threw away his ring said goodbye at the bar and drove off a cliff oh my God I'm so sorry John I believed Greg's lies can you forgive me we'll see after the check John said as the doorbell rang he opened the door to three men in white suits two placed Greg on a stretcher and took him outside the third man pulled out a tablet with a connected Device miss the inspector said we'll be recording your testimony this device
measures your skin response and other indicators more accurately than a polygraph please answer truthfully State your full married name Houston Smith she replied your age 26 the inspector cast a quick glance at Jon and gave a nod Jon took a deep breath and asked Houston have you cheated on me since we got engaged no she answered shaking her head have you had any sexual Relations with anyone during that time no she repeated firmly has anyone touched you intimately Junk's voice was steady but strained no Houston said Junk's voice wavered as he continued were you planning
to have Zex with Greg tonight yes she admitted tears streaming down her face face why Junk's eyes searched hers for an explanation Greg told me you'd want it that you loved me enough to allow it Houston sobbed what else did he tell you John pressed he Said that all married men dream of seeing their wives with someone else she confessed and you believed him JK's tone carried disbelief yes I'm so sorry John you travel so much and I thought it would make you happy she said her voice breaking were you offered a job that required
relationships with management he asked the tension in the room palpable yes she whispered would it involve clients too Junk's expression Hardened probably Houston admitted looking down ID you think I'd approve of this he asked eyes narrowed they said you'd resist at first but eventually accept it she replied did they imply there would be consequences if I didn't Junk's tone darkened yes it felt like a threat Houston admitted her voice barely above a whisper do some women at your company have to go through this Jon asked eyes narrowing yes she said looking down and Do their
Partners support it he continued as far as I know yes she replied wiping a tear have you talked to any of their Partners directly John pressed no it's just what some of the women told me they said it brought in extra money over time Houston explained so others are getting paid for it Jon asked needing Clarity yes she confirmed JK's expression softened for a moment do you love me tears streamed down her face yes more than anything she said voice Trembling will you quit right now Junk's tone was firmes she nodded Resolute would you sue
if it came to that he asked searching her eyes yes I'll do whatever it takes to make this right Houston said desperation in her voice are you just saying this because it's what I want to hear JK's gaze was unwavering no John I'm truly sorry I believed there lies please trust me she pleaded JN glanced at the inspector's tablet then at him The inspector nodded Houston stay here I'll be back Jon said then walked upstairs with the inspector so Jon asked in the living room she's telling the truth the inspector said alpha 1 wants to
talk he activated the app and Regis Carlile Alpha 1 appeared on the screen his sharp gaze fixed on John John I hear your return home was eventful Regis said yes sir John replied could have been better I've reviewed the results what are your thoughts Regis asked my gut Says to kick her out Jon admitted no one would blame you Regis said but there's more you should know what do you mean Jon asked a divorce could expose your ties to Alpha that wouldn't end well for either of you Regis said I understand Jon acknowledged aware of
alpha sector's strict secrecy we've been watching Omega partly due to data you brought in Regis continued surprising Jon that includes monitoring your wife while her judgment has been poor she hasn't crossed any Lines good to know Jon said what can you tell me about Omega not over this call Regis said but it's time to bring Houston in think you can handle that I believe so John said good tell her only what's necessary bring her to my office at 7: a.m. sharp she doesn't have clearance John pointed out she will by then technically she's already part
of this just unaware Regis replied John processed this if true Houston would have no choice but to cooperate the Alternatives were unsettling have dinner talk and bring her in tomorrow clear Regis asked yes boss John said by the way letting Greg live was technically wrong how's he doing Regis asked heun's in a coma Regis said if he wakes up he'll have amnesia we'll handle any issues John nodded see you tomorrow Regis said ending the call the inspector put away his device and left see you he said as he walked out JN went back downstairs Houston
sat in the chair Wiping her eyes she looked up as he entered I messed up didn't I she saides JN replied I'm so sorry John I believed Greg's lies and never meant to hurt you I'll pack and go you deserve better she stood but Jon stopped her stay he said I accept your apology and I owe you one too for what she asked surprised for being gone so much my job is complicated I understand she said no you don't John said first John Smith isn't my real name then who are you she Asked was the
story about your dad true yes he said I was born Herman Monster in north Texas Herman she laughed yes JN said smiling it wasn't fun growing up with that name after the Marines I became John Smith you were a marine she asked surprised there's a lot you don't know he said letun eat and I'll tell you more is the lasagna still warm yes it's in the oven she said perfect letun eat and talk he said does this mean you forgive me she asked we'll see he Replied offering his hand she smiled took it and stood
up Houston listened quietly as John revealed the story he'd hidden for years she barely touched her lasagna while he described his childhood as Herman Monster his military service and his recruitment by sector Alpha a covert government intelligence agency he explained the name change and assured her it was all legal you don't seem like a secret agent she said softly he laughed not everyone's a musclebound Action star the less noticeable you are the better most of my job is boring just gathering information did they teach you how to handle Greg she asked yes he said I
had martial arts training and they built on that I don't use it often but I can defend myself what level are you she asked Greg claimed to be a 5 to degree black belt I have a leather one he joked showing his belt very funny she said smiling before turning serious what happens to Us now that's up to you he said we're meeting my boss tomorrow HEK tougher than I am what time she asked 7: a.m. so we need to leave by 5:30 he said we should get to bed early she suggested taking his hand
John I never meant to hurt you well you did he said it'll take time to work through this the only reason you're still here is because you didn't follow through I need to know why you thought I'd want this it took months she said the pressure really ramped up a Few weeks ago Greg and others showed me articles said all men secretly wanted it they convinced me it was great I resisted at first but they wore me down one woman even told me it saved her marriage but you never asked their spouses or me John
said it's hard to believe you fell for it they told me not to tell you that it was meant to be a surprise she said that's what tonight was supposed to be well it backfired on Greg JN said yes it did she agreed Quietly you mentioned threats if I didn't comply JN said what kind of threats they said their security force would come after you siloviki John asked yes she said Greg was in charge of them they protect the company's leaders their ex-military intimidating men they won't be happy about Greg John said no she is
admitted what did they say could happen to me he asked accidents car failures attacks they implied you could be harmed I understand Jon said we'll make sure That doesn't happen promise me you'll be safe she said everything will be fine he assured her hiding his own worry letun go to bed and handle this tomorrow she said okay he replied I'll take care of the dishes Houston cleared the table while Jon checked the House's security he then went to his office opened the tool safe loaded a045 pistol and placed it in his bedside drawer afterward he
prepared for bed John recalled regis's words about reconnecting with Houston And intended to do just that they lay together made love and she whispered I love you you're the only man for me of course he replied wanting to focus only on that moment they embraced and fell asleep in the morning they woke early John showered and shaved while Houston made coffee then switched places as he got dressed and double checked the security system he poured coffee and warmed rolls for the road when Houston came down they Grabbed their things and left Houston was surprised when
they arrived at what seemed to be a junkyard is this your office she asked Jon smiled not everything is what it seems he parked near a portable toilet hand me your phone he said after disabling tracking software he handed it back they were following you he explained they were tracking me she asked stunned yes now letun go he said said Regis was waiting Jon led her into the portable toilet Which turned out to be an elevator as it descended Houston realized its purpose when the door opened a garden camouflage asked for her ID he scanned
it and verified her identity with a retinal scan before allowing them through alpha 1 is expecting you the guard said JN LED Houston down a hallway to a large marble foyer marked with Alpha sector and the motto first line of defense another wall read our enemies do not sleep and so do we they stepped onto an emblem that Lowered them into a room filled with monitors and Personnel a large man with an eye patch approached Regis Carlile he introduced himself call me Mr Carlile or Regis you must be Houston yes she replied shaking his hand
interesting name Regis said my parents named me after the city I was conceived in she said good thing it wasn't Todd sack Arkansas he joked she chuckled true come into my office he said inside the glass walls darkened for privacy sorry but I've never heard of alpha sector Houston said that's good Regis replied if you had we'd have a security issue oh she said so what do you do We Gather Global Intel analyze it and act if needed your husband is one of our top operatives Regis said looking at John by the way Mr Wilson
is alive but in a coma your handling of him was impressive thank you JN said but kneeling was risky Regis added I thought it was the best option John admitted Regis nodded don't do that Again he said turning to Houston he asked how long have you known about the leadership support team about 2 or 3 months she replied what did they tell you initially he asked they said it was a prestigious team that supported Executives and involved lots of travel a promotion and bonuses for both me and JN when did you learn about the zexual
side Regis asked narrowing his eye two weeks ago when Jon was on his last mission Houston answered Regis nodded and Brought up footage on the screen look at this he said showing a recording of Linda Wharton's private conference room Houston gasped how did you get this she asked through the TVs built-in camera Regis explained you might have heard rumors about this online I thought it was just a conspiracy theory Houston said exactly what you should have thought Regis replied pressing play the video showed Linda offering Houston coffee adding something to it and Handing it to
her pause John said re just paused the footage good observation Linda likely sedated the coffee we'll get back to that he said resuming the video Linda told Houston the senior Partners were excited for her to join the team and inquired about her husband's support Houston confirmed Jon was supportive and loving that's great Linda said now there's an aspect of the job we haven't mentioned providing personal services to managers and Sometimes clients this includes Zex Houston shocked asked you expect me to cheat on my husband not exactly Linda said we'll make sure he's on board and
supportive it's why he'll get bonuses too Houston hesitated expressing doubt Linda reassured her saying by the time we talked to him he'll be happy for you it's said that all men secretly desire this but don't admit it John never mentioned that Houston said he wouldn't Linda replied but deep down it's a Common fantasy I want to be part of the team but not at the expense of my marriage Houston said don't worry about John wek handle him Linda said just focus on your work and read the materials I send Houston asked about other women's husbands
and Linda assured her they were happy enjoying better relationships and checks what should I tell JN Houston asked nothing for now we'll manage it Linda said all right Houston said good girl Linda said go Back to work and we'll talk later the video ended with Linda watching Houston leave smiling smugly re just paused the video and turned to Houston how did you feel after that meeting I was shocked and confused at first but then I felt strange she admitted you felt excited didn't you like what she said was enticing Regis asked blushing Houston nodded yes
I even had to go to the restroom that was likely due to the pill Linda added to your coffee Reis said did You feel the same way after every conversation about the team yes she said quietly Regis nodded and showed another video this time from Linda's Office Linda called a man named George George I spoke with Houston Smith Linda said will she agree he asked I'm working on it I sent her some stories to get her thinking Linda replied to turn her on you mean George said laughing yes Linda said her husband's away right George
asked yes I have time to prepare her Linda said by the time heun's back shek be ready I'll handle Smith if he interferes George said Greg will work on him and we'll use security if needed careful Linda warned if anything happens to him we'll lose her then we'll speed up the plan I have buyers in the Middle East waiting George said Jon and Houston exchanged horrified glances two weeks Linda George said before ending the call who is George John asked George black the main partner Houston said John Glared at Regis you knew calm down John
Regis said I couldn't distract you from your mission I trusted you to handle Greg and you did your job is to adapt and overcome Regis continued there are more videos but they repeat what you know each meeting involved a pill to manipulate Houston they were turning her into a tool and you were the main target you heard George mention buyers Regis said We Believe Omega is part of a human trafficking ring oh my God Houston Whispered re just displayed photos of five missing women they all worked for Omega I knew some of them Houston said
they said they were being transferred and then disappeared their husbands were told they were on business trips and kept getting paychecks eventually the husbands reported them missing we think they were trafficked you were next Houston can they be saved she asked I doubt it Regis said I'd be surprised if They're alive so what now JN asked Houston can't go back no and I believe they're already after her Regis said showing a live feed from their living room four large men and Linda were inside how did they bypass our security Jon asked good question Regis said
eyeing Houston I didn't give them the Code she said nervously wek see what they do Regis said watching as Linda's phone rang Houston's phone chimed seconds later Regis gestured for her to Answer Houston answered her phone Houston where are you Linda's voice demanded John and I aren't home she replied what happened to Greg last night Linda pressed I think he slipped on soap or something Houston said some soap Linda said heun in a coma what really happened Greg fought with Jon Jon didn't react as you said he would Houston replied this is bad the senior
partners are angry come to the office now Linda ordered I'm done Linda I'm resigning Houston said that's not happening you made commitments Linda said my commitment is to my husband I'm not doing this goodbye Houston said ending the call she looked at Jon who nodded in approval they watched the video as Linda Furious clicked on her phone and spoke to the men her phone's last location is a landfill off Highway 87 go intercept them but don't eliminate them bring them back alive the four men nodded and left Linda looked around then left the room The
video ended we have an hour before they arrive Regis said making a quick call operation yard dog in 1 hour he ordered an hour later two black SUVs arrived at the landfill four men in suits got out and approached Jon's car met by two men in overalls and caps John Houston and Regis watched on screen how can we help one man Bubba asked with a thick southern accent we're looking for the car owner said a suited man showing his tool Bubba called out hey T-Bone This guy's got a toy T-Bone laughed raising his rifle that's
a toy this is real he said loading it the suited man hesitated we don't want trouble we just need answers one said out of answers T-Bone replied but I've got a beating out back free if you want it realizing they were outnumbered by armed men one suit said we're not getting Smith without a fight the leader nodded letun go they backed off returned to their cars and left splitting directions T-Bone turned to Bubba dropping the accent where'd you get that line Bubba Shrugged seemed right T-Bone laughed and radioed costumed guys left one North One South
got it said Alpha one's voice Reis called out Eagle One Track those SUVs copy that a voice replied we're watching them good Regis said Regis hung up and glanced at Jon and Houston let them simmer for a bit he said they're clearly waiting for you to leave I know John replied what's our next move while we wait Regis asked Houston now we start working on filling in all the missing pieces he said Houston looked surprised what missing pieces she asked trust me Regis said you might be a little naive but you're definitely not stupid you've
got an above average memory and I know there's a lot of information locked in there it's time we accessed it what do you mean she questioned wek use a form of hypnotherapy to help you remember Regis explained the firm has been programming you over the past few months the pills they gave you for the last couple of weeks were part of this we need to undo this damage I'm certain that once we do you'll recall much more than you realize will it hurt her JN asked Regis shook his head not at all he replied we've
made great strides in recent years no one's performed a labotomy in ages he added with a smirk John knew this was regis's dark humor But it startled Houston who looked to John for reassurance Regis chuckled I'm just kidding he said Youk be fine I'm also interested in figuring out what they dosed you with he picked up the phone spoke a few words softly and hung up what now Jon asked Two Gentlemen will be here shortly to take Houston to our mental health specialist Regis said you can go with her if you'd like I'd like that
John said will you stay with me Houston asked him of course he replied Taking her hand a few minutes later two men in white coats entered with a wheelchair Houston sat down and they left the room they've been there too long the lead enforcer told Linda as he watched the entrance no movement had been seen for hours and the four men were growing anxious all right she said we know where they are head back to base we'll catch up with them later the call ended and the SUVs turned around Linda put the phone down and
looked at George They couldn't get the Smiths back George asked Linda nodded no what the update on Greg she inquired George shook his head not great he said his injury are worse than expected and he might not make it through the night what's next she asked should we take them and bring them here no George replied wek move them to the beach house how do we get them there she asked I'll leave that to you George said Houston mentioned she wanted to resign let her do that make sure it won't cause Any issues she's gullible
enough to trust you her husband will probably want to come along let him get security ready to grab them both I need to find out how much he knows about our operation why does this matter so much she asked I thought he was just an insurance company programmer George shook his head that's not all he is I just don't know how much more he knows so you're using Houston as bait she clarified he'll spill everything once he realizes how serious This is he'll do anything to save her I hope you're right she said George smiled
trust me I am just make sure the house is set up he said you tried to make him complicit willingly now we'll make it unavoidable once we're done we'll hand him off and he'll die with a little assistance from us she smiled at the idea and left the office what they didn't know was that their conversation had just been recorded and sent to Alpha servers Jon sat in the waiting room While his wife underwent the hypnotherapy Regis had mentioned meant to unlock her memories he had been waiting for over an hour when Regis entered do
you have a moment Regis asked Jon looked upof course he said any idea how much longer it will take at least 2 more hours Regis replied Jon nodded and stood up Regis let him out and John followed they soon found themselves in regis's smoking room a well ventilated space with armchairs facing an Artificial fireplace re just sat down and gestured for Jon to join him he opened a small case and offered Jon one of his fancy flavored mini cigars thanks Jon said and re just lit his cigar I still can't believe they let you smoke
in here John remarked enjoying the sweet Aroma well this place is built to withstand a direct nuclear hit I think a few cigars won't hurt Regis said with a shrug Jon chuckled as Regis handed him a Folder Jon opened it and skimmed through the medical report which didn't make much sense to him what is this he asked it's the report from your wife's blood tests Regis said look at the two marked areas one indicates a restraint pill and the other is a compound I have haven't seen in a long time what's that John repeated frowning
in small doses it makes someone highly susceptible to suggestion Regis explained paired with the restraint pill I'm guessing Houston Was on edge they could have suggested she do anything and she likely would have complied honestly it's surprising she managed to hold on this long anyway there's a federal agency monitoring this substance and they've sent one of their top agents he'll be here this afternoon I see John said taking a puff of his cigar anything else yes Regis said Omega is planning to capture you both at their first opportunity we already knew that John replied this
time It's permanent Regis added from the footage we received they plan to sell you to a middle eastern buyer and Stage your deaths what's the plan Jon asked wek not going to let that happen Regis said we have people watching them and we'll know when and where they'll move I have a conference call to discuss this can I join JN asked sorry son it's above your clearance Regis said your main job is to stay close to your wife John nodded they smoked their cigars in Silence for a few minutes before johon spoke again have you
ever been married Regis he asked Regis glanced at him yes a long time ago he said the pain evident in his voice what happened if you don't mind sharing Jon asked the usual story Regis said too much time at work stress from fighting enemies and keeping secrets from loved ones you know how it is John nodded yes I do it was too much for her Reis said one day I came home to find she had left she left a note saying She'd found someone else someone who was home and open with her I also found
divorce papers this was 15 years ago I'm sorry JN said do you have kidses Regis said two beautiful girls their mother took them and now they call another man dad I haven't spoken to them in years they've probably forgotten me but your situation might be different I hope so JN said re just nodded Houston is a good woman he said yes she's naive at times but she's smarter and stronger Than you think and she really loves you God knows why they both smiled you need to be there for her JN I know Jon said and
I will all right Regis said standing up I need to make a call go to Houston and I'll message you when I'm ready got it Jon said he finished his cigar after R just left and went to check on Houston's progress when he arrived he was informed that she was almost done and would be out soon Jon sat and turned on the TV though his thoughts were Elsewhere about an hour later the door opened and Houston walked out she smiled when she saw him and he noticed something different about her though he couldn't place itow
do you feel he asked I'm okay she said smiling Jon turned to the technician who had treated her is she free to go he asked the technician nodded yes she can go we're preparing the report for Alpha 1 thanks John said turning to Houston I don't know about you but I'm starving want to grab Something at the cafeteria definitely she said they went to the cafeteria and ordered bacon burgers with fries you seem different JN said as they sat down are you sure you're okay I feel better than I have in ages she replied my
head feels clearer did you remember a lot he asked oh yes she said her eyes bright I can't believe how close I came to to betraying you can you ever forgive me I think so he said opening the folder with the report what's that she asked your Blood test report he said they found traces of a restraint pill and something meant to make you suggestible re just said that with those pills you must have felt like you were losing your mind yeah she nodded eyes moist it was hell each day was a struggle and those
stories Linda sent you he asked did you read them she nodded do you want to guess what they were about or should I tell you you can tell me he said they were all the same Husbands were weak wives were promiscuous and lovers were cruel husbands were humiliated forced to watch their wives with other men and then clean up after themid those stories excite you Jon asked I'm embarrassed to say but yes they did she admitted between those stories and what Linda Greg and the others said I was constantly on edge now I understand I
was sedated and manipulated re just said it was amazing you lasted as long as you Did JN said it wasn't easy John she said it felt like a battle between two parts of myself good Houston was saying no don't betray your husband it's wrong while bad Houston whispered come on let Greg have his way johon will never find out I'm glad you listen to good Houston JN said except for that last day would you really have gone through with it if I hadn't stopped him asked probably she admitted no that's not true yes I would
have and I'm so ashamed of it John Nodded you reminded me of who I really am she added with a smile will you ever forgive me I think I can considering everything he said just don't let it happen again I promise she said I know I've been naive but now I see everything more clearly I have one condition Jon said smiling what is it she asked you're going to show me how you use that toy one day he said seriously she said with a grin you want to see me do that of course he said
why not maybe if you Behave I'll let you watch she teased you're so mischievous JN said but agreed Jon's phone buzzed and he checked it it was a message from Regis Regis wants to see us he told Houston are you done with lunch she stood up yes I'm finished she said eating the last of her fries John got up and they walked to regis's office as they entered they saw a man of average height in a dark blue jacket standing there John Houston Regis said this is Oscar Warren from the home front Security task force
Oscar meet JN and Houston Smith they shook hands and Regis gestured for them to sit H front security task force JN asked what is that I've never heard of it most haven't heard of you either Oscar said we're a public private task force dealing with situations similar to what you're facing now he laid out photos of Four Women on the desk Mrs Smith have you seen any of these women before Oscar asked Houston examined the photos and pointed to one This one she said are you sure Oscar confirmed yes she said it was a couple
of years ago but I remember her talking to George and Linda so George black the senior partner and Linda Wharton head of the Executive support group Oscar clarified Houston nodded yes do you know what they talked about he asked no not at all all she said I assumed she was a client or potential client have you heard of Ms or the mutual marriage assistant Society Oscar asked Houston Thought for a moment yes I've seen that term in documents that passed my desk but I didn't think much of it the woman you identified was Pat Witherspoon
Oscar said does that name mean anything to you no it doesn't she said Oscar nodded who is Pat Witherspoon Regis asked she was the top Ms agent Oscar explained she died about a year and a half ago while in custody and what is Ms Regis asked it started as a group punishing Unfaithful husbands Oscar said but it evolved into Something else what worries me is what Witherspoon did within Omega Ms was advancing a dominant political agenda what does that have to do with a law firm involved in human trafficking Regis asked good question Oscar said
what do you know about the house on the coast he asked Houston the company has a place there she said but it's more than a house it's a complex with a pier and a helipad I've never been but I heard it's walled with security gates top Executives go there to meet clients or unwind that's where George and Linda plan to take you Regis said Houston's expression darkened as she processed the information her eyes suddenly widened what is it Regis asked I remember a co-worker mentioning a party she attended there Houston said she described it as
wild with illegal substances and all sorts of things that's where they intended to sell you to a buyer Reis said we need to alert The White House Oscar said Regis nodded and turned to JN why don't you step outside with Houston for a moment he said Jon stood and gestured for Houston to follow once outside Houston spoke what did Reis mean she asked him Linda and George were going to make you a Z's slave he said and from what I've heard they plan to eliminate me too oh my God Houston said what will they do
now I don't know he said we'll have to wait they didn't wait long a few minutes Later the door opened and Regis called them back in once they were seated Regis pressed a button on his phone we located the coastal complex Regis said you were right it's walled and has a security gate there's activity there he pressed another button and a video feed of the complex appeared on the screen how are things on site he asked into the phone we've got everything covered said a voice there are six people in the main building Two arrived
by helicopter a few minutes ago four seem to be security guards one is a woman and the other an older man it's probably George and Linda Houston said understood Regis said await further orders he pressed another button and a different voice responded Eagle One said a man Eagle One this is Alpha 1 Regis said do you have eyes on the target affirmative Alpha 1 the man replied armed Regis asked fully armed ready for action the man confed confirmed Regis Grasped the significance an agency drone equipped with four Hellfire missiles hold for my command Regis said
Target the helicopter and demolish the main building understood the operator confirmed Houston's phone rang and she saw Linda on the screen she mouthed the name silently before answering hi Linda Houston said what can I do for you Houston I think there was a misunderstanding earlier I want to make it right Linda said can you and Jon come To the coastal house when Houston asked right now Linda replied now would be best can you make it it's important to George and me that's not going to happen Linda Houston said not today not ever actually Linda you
can go to hell excuse me Linda's voice was sharp with irritation and one more thing what Linda snapped enjoy hell witch Houston said ending the call she looked at Regis who gave an approving nod take them out Regis ordered the Drone operator once Confirmed they turned to the monitor yes Houston shouted fist clenched in Triumph Jon smiled at her while Regis and Oscar exchanged quiet Chuckles it was a dramatic move but we still need to deal with Omega Regis said Junk's expression grew serious Regis noticed John are you worried about eliminating American citizens without a
trial he asked Jon nodded yes that thought crossed my mind he admitted they deserve it Houston said firmly I'm not arguing Jon said turning To to Regis so what's your take you're right to be concerned Regis said we should update you since Youk be involved in taking down Omega he added looking at Oscar Oscar nodded agreed he said addressing John in Houston do you recall the incident with the first lady 6 months ago yes they said she had a stroke John said it was more complicated Oscar said she was part of a plot against President
skags she failed and ended up dying from the same pill she Intended to use on him we're investigating who else was involved and believe Omega played a role the substance found in Houston system and her Intel confirmed this in short Houston was targeted because she knew too much even if she didn't realize it Regis added add to that a Middle Eastern Connection the man George planed to sell her to has ties to Regional terrorist groups to them she was a loose end to be dealt with who gave the order for their Elimination JN asked the
directive came from the highest level Reis said but there's more to be done JN nodded understood I'm in good Regis said George black drove along the coastal Road thinking about what he planned for Houston a grin forming as he imagined making Jon watch Linda had always been reliable and he was sure she would lure them to the beach house suddenly he saw a police checkpoint and slowed down rolling down his window sorry sir there Was an incident ahead the area is closed the officer said no one is allowed through but I need to get to
my house George protested sorry sir the officer repeated firmly you need to turn around no one can pass until we get clearance how long will that take George asked frustrated hard to say maybe a couple of days the officer said George's jaw tightened with no other options he nodded thanks officer he said turning his car around glancing in his rearview Mirror he saw the officer speaking into His Radio a wave of unease hit him he pressed a button on his car's console to call Linda but it went straight to voicemail she never missed his calls
he hung up without leaving a message and called another number we have a problem George said when the call connected his voice tense return to the office the voice on the other end instructed before hanging up for the first time real fear gripped George what's the plan Jon asked Eyes on Regis we have a meeting set near Omega headquarters Regis said handing John a slip of paper with an address black is headed to one of our outposts so he'll be there within the hour Oscar and some of our agents will meet you I'm coming too
Houston said Jon turned to her surprised why it's dangerous I don't want you hurt it's my choice she said firmly I need to be by your side you're my husband and we face this together Jon studied her and saw the determination in Her eyes he looked at Regis who nodded she's part of this Regis said Jon sighed and turned back to Houston all right he said but Follow My Lead understand understood she said they left regis's office and returned to jonk car Oscar and his team followed in an SUV the ride back was mostly silent
but Jon's mind was busy he felt proud of Houston's Newfound strength but couldn't shake his worry they arrived at the location Regis had given them a mobile Command center packed with electronics John parked the car stepped out and opened the trunk he pulled out bulletproof vests and handed one to Houston what's this for she asked I don't you getting shot Jon said remember to follow my instructions I understand JN she replied with a slight smile I'm not clueless you know Jon smiled and kissed her I know their moment was interrupted by a loud voice Smith
called a large man in a dark uniform yes JN and Houston answered at the same time the man looked at Houston then back at John I'm John Smith Jon said special agent Jones FBI the man introduced himself The Briefing is starting JN Houston Oscar and the rest of the team gathered around a large table as agent Jones outlined the operation explaining the building layout and their plan to reach the top floor as he spoke Houston raised her hand yes Jones asked a hint of irritation in his voice I have a pass That gives access to
the top floor She said wouldn't that be simpler than your plan Jon couldn't help but grin as Jones's face rened after a moment he exhaled and nodded all right Mrs Smith we we'll use your pass you'll lead us to the top floor she gave a confident smile when the briefing concluded Jones asked any questions the room was silent as everyone shook their heads all right letun move out he commanded heavily armed agents took their positions Jon Double checked his gear ensuring his pistol was loaded Houston noticed his intense expression am I making you nervous she
asked he looked up and smiled not at all he said hugging her I'm proud of you I don't think anyone has shut Jones down that quickly before they shared a quick kiss and Jon resumed checking his equipment Oscar joined them and they headed toward the building on the top floor of Omega headquarters George sat at a large conference table Stunned as Jim Bradbury the board chairman spoke what should we do now George asked panic in his voice destroy all the evidence you fool Jim snapped I warned you this would be a mess if you didn't
plan ahead now let's get moving before George could respond a large man in a dark suit entered we have a problem he said looking at them the FBI is here what George said eyes widening the FBI the man repeated they all over the building head to the roof Jim ordered I'll call for a helicopter it's too late the guard said the FBI has already secured the roof damn it George muttered what now their conversation was interrupted by the door bursting open as FBI agents stormed in the guard reached reached for his weapon but an agent
disarmed him before he could draw John Houston and Oscar entered backed by armed agents Jon stepped forward Eyes Cold as he looked at George now it's your turn to be someone's toy in prison He said Houston walked up to George and punched him in the face I quit she shouted eyes blazing with anger Jon cuffed George and read him his rights while Oscar did the same to Jim agents spread out collecting evidence and detaining other Omega Executives Jon's phone vibrated he glanced at the screen Al one calling Smith he answered great job John Regis said
thanks boss John replied take the rest of the week off Regis said on Monday at 7: a.m. Houston Starts her training training John repeated surprised yes Regis confirmed I want your new partner ready for fieldwork partner Jon echoed stunned absolutely Regis said you two make a good team now go enjoy your time off John ended the call and looked at Houston who was watching him curiously is everything okay honey she asked yes he said a smile breaking out re just gave us the weekend off and then you start training training she asked Raising an eyebrow
yes he said you're going to be my new partner a bright smile spread across her face as she hugged him partner huh I love the sound of that come on Mr Smith she whispered teasingly I want to celebrate with you that sounds perfect JN said they walked out of the building buing hand inand ready to start a new chapter together the senior Omega members were tried in federal court and found guilty on all charges receiving maximum sentences Women from the executive support team testified securing the convictions Greg never recovered from his coma and died of
a heart attack on the day the final guilty verdicts were announced two months later John en reges stood in the gallery watching Houston train with her combat instructor she was no longer the naive woman Jon had married but a conf ident and capable fighter JK's chest swelled with pride Regis I have a question Jon said eyes on Houston what's That Regis asked did you do something during her hypnotherapy Jon asked no Regis said this is the real Houston Smith we just helped her unlock her Inner Strength you haven't changed your mind about her being my
partner have you John asked not at all Regis said I'm excited to see you both in action Jon nodded satisfied what next he asked not yet re just said with a smile once she's finished training you'll find out but for now why not take her out for lunch Good idea John said he walked down to the gym as Houston finished her session she saw him wiped her brow and jogged over with a grin how' I do partner she asked giving him a quick kiss you were great he said chuckling but maybe a shower before lunch
she laughed and playfully touched his arm after lunch I want to check out the shooting range she said eyes glinting mind if I use your tool she teased you're in a playful mood today he said Raising an eyebrow just wait until tonight she said winking she had always been spirited but training had made her Fierce and confident Jon watched her head to the showers admiration in his eyes life he thought was about to get very interesting [Music] [Applause] [Music] [Applause] [Music]
