Agent 10 gazed at the photos of Li Xinjie, captivated by finally seeing the face behind Agent 17's mask.
"What a fitting name for that exquisite face," he murmured.
Agent 10 had joined the organization at four years old - older than the others. He harbored a closely-guarded secret - he was gay. In their line of work, such an admission was perceived as weakness, so he obscured his true self behind a stoic facade.
Over the years, Agent 10 had watched Agent 17 training, admiring his muscular build. He longed to see the man behind the mask. Now here he was - Li Xinjie in all his alluring beauty.
Agent 10 traced the contours of Li Xinjie's face on the screen. How he wanted to meet 17 in person, to hear his voice, gaze into those piercing eyes. He imagined running his hands over 17's hard, capable body...
