Operation Counterspy

That's his third jackpot. He'll break the bank.

Darling.

Ask for Lord Moriston's villa.

Is all that money yours?

Continue playing for me.

But don't take too long losing it all.

I'll be waiting.

It's never a pleasure to see you, Chief.

I thought so, Lord Moriston. Frank, will you serve tea, please.

I know, I've ruined your evening. You were in excellent company.

I'm so sorry, but you'll forgive me.

France is a delightful country but they can't make tea.

We need you, my dear Ace of Spades.

- Remember that Dutchman, Velvet Paw? - Von Bliss, the safe-cracker?

No, he's just a rich gentleman living on the Bospor now.

Or so he'd like us to believe.

I don't understand.

We know someone's hired him to break into a safe belonging to a Russian spy.

And being rather curious we'd like you to get there first.

Come in.

What is it? Aren't you glad I'm here?

- Tell me something, Lord Moriston. - George to you, darling.

Will you love me forever?

For eternity.

But not from today though.

I don't understand? You were all over me a minute ago.

- You said... - That I'm madly in love with you.

And it's true.

But I have to go away for a few days.

Come in.

Who's there?

Prepare my suitcase, and put this in it, of course.

The lady and I are madly in love.

She's hard to spot but she's under there.

Take good care of her while I'm away.

He'll take at least an hour to pack my suitcase.

Don't turn around and keep calm.

I said don't turn around.

Do as I say and nothing will happen to you.

Now drive. Move it.

Take me to the side entrance.

And don't turn around.

I have a small favour to ask you and I'm sure you won't let me down.

It's quite a villa you've got, my dear Von Bliss...

Velvet Paw. My compliments.

You deserve it after all these years of hard work.

But now it's time to rest, don't you think?

Did you like our presentation?

Who are you?

I'm someone who doesn't like being seen by the main entrance.

So I thought I'd fall back on this little trick.

My friend will take you back home.

Just a moment.

Are you trying to get noticed? Turn off your lights.

You're late.

Sorry but there's no place for hurry in my line of work.

You're not in a hurry but I am. What are you waiting for?

I changed my mind. We're not doing it.

Have you gone mad? When I called...

I said yes to avoid prolonging a conversation that was too dangerous.

You might even find it funny but that's how it is.

I've got enough on you to have you arrested within an hour.

You know very well, Von Bliss, you've no other choice.

The money.

- It's cut in half? - The other half when the job's done.

Now let's go.

It's strange, I imagined you to be different.

You're not the only one.

It's there.

Is it open?

Dirty whore.

What were you looking for?

Start talking.

Or do I have to mess up your pretty little face?

Start talking.

A spider, how in keeping with the trap you prepared for me.

Listen, what do you say you come away with me?

It could be to your advantage.

Very strange.

There must be more to them.

They wouldn't have made such a fuss over some city snapshots.

What do these six photographs signify?

Will you tell me what's going on?

When are you going to leave my home and leave me in peace?

Mysterious murder in a villa on the Bosporus.

This means...

That if you'd gone to that appointment then your photograph would be there too.

Who were they?

The woman you were supposed to meet.

And he's called Ivan we met before in Berlin.

He worked for the Russians and it was his safe.

They killed him before I got there.

No doubt because he knew the meaning of these six photographs.

I don't want any part of this.

And you get out of here.

What more do you want from me?

A little of hospitality just for a few days.

Frank, I'm going back up.

By the way, did you do that little job on the safe?

It might prove useful.

You weren't expecting to see me again so soon.

No, also because you're not a pretty sight.

You won't be making jokes when we're done with you.

Where's the envelope you took?

I don't know what you're talking about.

Okay, then I'll try to explain a little better.

Are you going to start talking?

Talk.

Behind the painting. The combination is S27A4

My dear, you were fabulous.

Now go and get changed.

We'll dine together.

- Who are you? - Let's say I'm a businessman.

A woman was murdered last night because she let me take some photos.

A woman who wore a pendant like this.

And that one there.

I don't know what you're talking about.

It doesn't really matter.

Unfortunately, if you don't want to end up full of lead like your friend...

It's better to show that you're keen to cooperate, don't you think?

I already told you, I don't understand.

Now leave.

As you wish, but not until you hear my offer.

$300,000 and the photographs are yours.

- How can I put it? - That you don't understand, yes.

Just repeat what I said, someone will understand.

So we're agreed, I'll see you again very soon.

Try to find an answer for me.

I want him alive. Don't let him get away.

Come with me.

Afraid?

What's your name?

What does it matter if we're never getting out this place alive?

He can't get away.

I already owe you a lot.

Offer me whisky and my gratitude will go through the roof.

It's a nice place you've got.

It's just what I need.

How's that possible? This is...

My sister, Aline. Surprised?

Are you sure you're not mistaken?

I heard what you said to Pat.

You killed her.

Let's think this through.

We must find him.

And we must get those photos no matter what.

It's ridiculous. He made us look like stupid amateurs.

But that's enough, there can't be any more mistakes.

Do you think he knows? He seemed very sure of himself.

No, he would have behaved very differently.

That's what you think.

We can't leave them in the hands of a vulgar blackmailer.

Imagine if the Russians get them back?

No, my dear, we have to get him.

Don't worry, your men will find him again.

I hope so.

And when they do, I'll make him wish he'd never been born.

You never noticed anything suspicious?

No, nothing, even if you often see some rough types in the nightclub.

But Oakis' reaction this evening speaks volumes.

It seems he'll do anything to get those photographs back.

- What do they represent? - Six panoramic views of cities.

What's so strange? Oakis travels a lot.

He has many other nightclubs all around the world.

Let's not think about it anymore. I think I've earned some rest.

- Where will you go? - Actually, I don't plan on going far.

- I meant where? - Where doesn't really matter.

As long as it's with you.

Surprised, are you? I did tell you we'd meet again.

- Would you mind explaining... - How I got here? Very simple...

There are no garages near the nightclub but you can get there from a garage.

So the nightclub must be secretly connected to a nearby house.

Such foresight, young man.

Not saying hello, dear?

Of course, Mr. Von Bliss, I knew perfectly well that you'd be back.

I see you received my message.

But you're way off on the price. Those photos are worthless to you.

So the other half of the banknotes Aline was supposed to deliver...

will be more than enough to pay you.

Actually, Aline had orders to kill me, not to pay me.

Come on, don't forget you're still alive...

While poor Aline, who was about to fall into your arms...

I don't think it's such a bad deal for you.

On the other hand, this was the agreed price...

and I don't see why you should have more.

Let's be honest, Oakis.

You've killed for those photos so it's pointless trying to undervalue them.

$300,000 and I'll forget I ever saw them.

No, Mr. Von Bliss, considering what they're worth to you...

My price is more than sufficient.

Take some friendly advice.

As you wish.

I'll do more research and I'll pay you another visit.

Which means the price...

Will go up.

Here's a little trick the Americans use for certain humanitarian purposes.

But they waste lots of energy and the patients die immediately.

If you ask me, it's a mistake.

It's great fun if you can get it right, and it's a pity not to take advantage.

And I won't make that mistake.