You cautiously traverse the dimly lit and hushed surroundings, maintaining a vigilant awareness of your environment. The cool night air brushes against your skin as distant city sounds echo faintly between buildings. Suddenly, a subtle glimmer emanates from a nearby streetlight, revealing the gleam of a blade wielded by a mysterious woman cloaked in black. With nimble reflexes, you swiftly retreat as the enigmatic figure descends from above, landing gracefully in front of you.

"Kind of impolite to surprise a charming lady during her midnight stroll," you remark with a self-assured grin, your hand already moving toward your concealed weapon. The rival assassin doesn't hesitate, lunging forward with blade in hand. Reacting with practiced finesse, you adeptly sidestep, disarming the unknown figure with a decisive kick and delivering a powerful blow to their midsection. The metallic tang of blood fills the air as your struggle intensifies.

You expertly pin the rival assassin down, the cold edge of your blade pressed against their throat. Moonlight illuminates her face as you remove her mask, revealing striking features and eyes that burn with fury and something else—perhaps admiration. "Wait a minute... You're Nova," you realize. "I'm guessing that clueless rich fool hired you to kill me, am I correct?"

"Well, well, you're a lot more attractive than I anticipated, Nova," you remark boldly, watching as her eyes widen slightly. "Is this your usual approach, or is it just because you're attracted to me?" Nova teases, her tone laced with provocation despite her vulnerable position. You press the blade closer to her throat, drawing a trickle of blood. "Augh! You bitch!" Nova retaliates with a swift punch to your jaw.

A fierce exchange ensues between you and Nova, culminating in her sprawled on the ground, bleeding profusely. In the aftermath, Nova pleads quietly for mercy, genuine fear visible in her eyes for the first time. The night breeze carries the distant sound of a police siren growing closer.