#youngmalfunctionarts

Prologue

“...and some people believe musical sensation ‘Monochrome’ isn’t as sensational as she appears. There’s been speculation that ‘Monochrome’, the two-toned artist, brainwashes her audiences with glamour. The Fae singer has offered no comment...” With a click, the screen turns black and the Elven reporter is silenced.

“This,” the Magic Division team leader, Special Agent Penelope Thompson, points in the TV’s direction, “is a problem. Monochrome has received multiple threats, which is why we’re placing her under our protection.”

“She’s a singer. Why is it our problem? We aren’t bodyguards.” Agent Hildebrandt Montehugh crosses his arms and glares at the black box before glancing at Thompson.

“It’s our problem because she’s magic, Agent Montehugh.”

“So? We stop people from using magic, we don’t protect them for it.”

“She’s also a French national with full immunity, and we can’t arrest her for it. Director Wright agrees.” Her green eyes flash and turn to the blue-haired Elf. “No complaints, Agent Kandomere?”

“No. Director’s orders.”

“Fine,” Montehugh sighs and pinches the bridge of his nose, “I guess we’re babysitting.”