My problem with this challenge is that if I do a full write up on here, then it becomes increasingly likely that the somebody I bought the something nice for will know who sent it; ruining the challenge. Therefore, I have no choice but to resort to the cunning use of pseudonyms, double-speak and vagaries to protect my identity. I don’t necessarily need to give myself a code name, but for the purposes of this challenge, if you could hum the James Bond theme whilst reading this, I’d be grateful. Actually to hell with it, code names are cool, I think I need a rugged pseudonym that suggests I would fit easily into a Tom Clancy novel, I would therefore appreciate it if you would call me Mike Ruin; rugged huh?
I obviously can’t confirm too much informationhere, who knows who’s listening, but I’ll try to explain as best as I can. What I divulge is that some time in the past at an inspecific location I bought something nice for somebody from eBay. To throw off electronic tracing devices, I watched Goldeneye before using eBay and bought the item in question on an eBay application on my mobile whilst standing next to a working washing machine. Whilst this may not have helped, I figured that it would not harm.
The item in question went directly to person in question’s address and was deemed to be a well thought out present specifically chosen with the receiver in mind. It cost a reasonable but unspecific amount but I can confirm it cost less than £20 but more than £10. I might believe I got a bargain, but I cannot verify that.
My network of informants tell me that the item arrived recently as I had contact from the recipient accusing me of sending it. Naturally I avowed all knowledge of the parcel, however I’m not sure how much I was believed; which is a shame as I’m sure that I was particularly convincing. I briefly considered that my cover was blown but could not find cyanide tablets on eBay, so had limited options.
I am told that the recipient was very pleased with the gift and whilst I am suspected of sending it, the recipient has no proof that it came from me and I believe I’ve got away with it.
The mission was a success!
I can report a warm feeling from achieving this challenge and whilst I cannot confirm that it is better to give that to receive, it is rather nice to give.
Mike Ruin Out!
