Alex reviewed the security measures himself, ensuring there were no gaps anywhere and every person on the security detail had a clean background.“I need you to keep this to yourself, Samantha. No need to cause any unnecessary panic.”But Samantha was already panicking herself and could barely keep herself together.“How can I not?” she blurted. “I am not a military expert like you. I am just a simple businesswoman. I don’t know how to deal with such a situation.”“If things go as planned, then you might not have to deal with anything,” Alex replied. “But it’s always better to be safe than sorry,” he cautioned.“And who are these enemies?” She asked right as Alex was about to leave. “Are they your business rivals?”“Far worse,” Alex replied. “We are dealing with an organized group of militants backed by Valheim.”The color drained from Samantha’s face instantly.“Militants?” She gasped.“Lazarus to be exact,” Alex replied. “But I need you to keep your calm. As long as I am here, I won

Raziya headed straight to Costa Verde Beach on her dirt bike. She parked it outside one of the several shake shacks, blending in with the rest of the young crowd.From out there, she had a clear line of sight, giving her a perfect view of the jet ski store with the surfboards hanging out front.“I am at the beach, Commander. No sign of Saldano yet,” she relayed into her wireless.“Stay posted and don’t create a ruckus. You need to nab him quietly without raising any alarms. If he alerts anyone else, the whole mission will be ruined.”“Roger that. Going silent.”***While Raziya was scoping out the jet ski store, waiting for the target to show up, Alex was checking the digital map, marking down all the piers, harbors, and ports.Since flying into Alexandria was going to require several documents and checks, he had a hunch that the militants were going to use the waterway instead.Taking out the Lazarus heads was the best way to deal with the problem once and for all, but in case Sven’s

As Alex walked out of the jet ski shop, Captain Williams followed reluctantly like a fading shadow.“You have changed, Commander,” he finally spoke up. “I am sorry, Commander, but I never expected you to…just order the execution of an unarmed young girl.”Alex stopped in his tracks, but didn’t turn around.“You have a lot to learn, Captain. Perhaps, you need to pay more attention.”Years ago, Captain Williams had seen a hero in Xander, but now, after witnessing his cold-blooded brutality, he felt his illusions shattering around him.He couldn’t help but ask in a shaky voice.“Why did you have to kill that innocent girl? Is this what we are fighting for, Commander?”“He didn’t kill anyone, you slowpoke,” Raziya chuckled from behind as she came out of the jet ski store. “You really need to be paying more attention.”“What?” Captain Williams looked all confused. “I saw Terence shoot the girl in the head.”“You saw exactly what I wanted you to see.” Alex turned around and smirked. “All th