Hobbled

Fandom: The Man from U.N.C.L.E.

Category: gen

Rating:
G

Word Count: 101

 

“Why is it,” irritation strengthened Illya’s accent as he lamented to his fellow agent, “that those placed into our protective custody always rail and rebel when we try to keep them safe? Just once, I’d like to be in a situation where compliance and obedience overruled the need to make our job more difficult!”

“They’re taking on the world. The law doesn’t believe them and the forces of evil want to end them — maybe they deserve a break,” Napoleon suggested in a reasonable tone.

“A break would be a good idea,” Illya said darkly. “Harder to run with a broken leg.”