The swirling energy of the teleporter wrapped around Pete and the Dashkyr like a cool mist. One moment, they were in an underwater hideout, inside a room full of teleporters then they stepped through one, a rush of cool air hit them, like they were floating uncontrollably in space. The next moment, their feet landed on the ground. They had arrived at Manchik City, and instantly the portal faded behind them. Pete looked around the environment, trying to recall this part of town.The tall buildings that once looked majestic now had missing parts crumbled to the floor in ash, the streets he remembered as busy with people were now empty with cracked pavements and weeds growing on the sides."I'm guessing you know where we are?" The Dashkyr inquired standing beside Pete. "This place looks like it's been through hell." It added."This is my hometown," Pete replied in a low tone. "But… It's worse than I remember. There used to be people here, follow me."When he moved ahead, he couldn't re

Marilyn walked in, looking elegant in a sleek suit, her hair flowing like silk. She saw Pete and her face lit up with joy. "Pete! I've missed you so much!" She rushed over, hugging him tight.Pete's mouth dropped open. He couldn't believe his eyes. His once little sister was now taller, and older than him, with graceful features and confident eyes. He was wowed inside, but he didn't say it.Then Hank leaned in and pecked her on the cheek, like it was the most normal thing.This disgusted Pete as he glared at Hank, he imagined grabbing a knife and driving it into his skull. But he composed himself that wasn't right, so was Having an affair with a six-year-old who could tamper her looks, That was the real wrong here.Pete pulled Marilyn aside gently, into a quiet corner in the kitchen. "I needed to talk to you privately." he asked, "Who is that guy really? Why is he here?"She hesitated, biting her lip like she was weighing her words. Then she said, "He's my fiancé, brother. Hearing

“Are you expecting anyone?” Pete asked generally.“Let me handle that," Hank said, stepping up and swinging the door open. Before them were two boys, a teenager and a child, the ones Pete had seen earlier.They both had a striking resemblance but the older one was clearly bigger. “My parents said they have a surprise for the neighborhood, and they want you to come join us.” The older one said.“Ohh, little Timmy, is that so? Alright, give us a minute.” Hank assured them as he closed the door.‘I wonder what those guys are up to, they've been distant for a while, now they have a surprise for the hood?’It sounded weird, but Hank waved it away, he didn't have to pass the message since everyone heard what the boy said.“So what do you think, Mom? Should we go” Hank questioned “When did you start calling her mom? I don't remember having a brother.” Pete chimed in“Relax, Pico, it's a family thing.” she said, grabbing his arm.“I think we should check it out, they did say it's for the ne

He moved towards her slowly, like a hunter with his eyes locked on the prey.“Jimmy what are you doing. Put down those knives you could hurt yourself.” Claudia worried, a part of her hoped he would listen, but the way he held the weapon made it clear her plea was futile.“And what makes you think I would listen to you?” The boy giggled then sprinted in her direction, holding the knife up, pointed at her.Claudia shivered at the sight of the little kid approaching her with a weapon, was he truly trying to kill her? It looked out of the ordinary.He didn't even resemble a kid anymore, his facial features extended with every smile, his eyelids curved into a wide ‘n’ shape and his pupils had a faint red glow, like something was taking over his body.Jimmy, just a few steps from Claudia, raised the knife up to slash down at her, but before he could.A loud smack landed on his cheek, and he froze. The look on his face turned to one of shock; the glow slowly faded from his eyes, and his feat

Listen up, kid. Now is not the time for all your tantrums. u and your sister need to understand that our lives are in danger here, and if you want to find your mom and ever see her again, you have to follow my instructions. Staying here isn't going to help any of us.Now I'm not going to exchange words with you, do as I say, get ready, we have to leave.Hank turned to leave but Pete grabbed his arm and tugged him backwards, Hank didn't turn around, instead, he hardened the layer of his skin and slipped away effortlessly “Pete you're meant to be second in command if anything happens to me, but with this attitude you're putting on, I doubt you can even control yourself,” Hank stated sternly. Then he went into the rooms and came back out with a bag slung over his shoulder.Pete and Marilyn sat on the chair, watching him put down the bags and head back into another room.But something was stuck in Pete's mind. What did Hank mean by if anything happened to him, he would be the next in cha