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CHAPTER EIGHTY SEVEN
The night was a suffocating shroud, the only sound the distant hum of the city seeping through the cracked windows of Richard's dimly lit apartment. He sat behind his cluttered desk, a glass of whiskey untouched before him, his eyes fixed on the flickering candle that cast eerie shadows on the walls.Suddenly, a cold draft swept through the room, extinguishing the flame and plunging Richard into darkness. The silence was oppressive, punctuated only by the sound of his own ragged breathing. Then, a whisper - soft, menacing - seemed to caress his ear. "Richard."The voice was familiar, yet terrifying. Richard's eyes snapped open, and he turned slowly, his heart racing like a jackhammer. That's when he saw him - the Boogeyman, "You're late," Richard said, his voice trembling despite his efforts to sound defiant. "What do you want?"The Boogeyman's lips curled into a cruel smile. "You know why I'm here. Devin's proven to be more resourceful than I anticipated. I need more... let's ca
CHAPTER EIGHTY SIX
Devin barely had time to react. He threw himself to the side, the arrow embedding itself into a tree where his head had been seconds before. His heart hammered in his chest as adrenaline surged through his veins.From the shadows emerged four ninja assassins cloaked in black. Devin frowned.“You messed with the wrong man. You should know that I don't take prisoners!”Devin’s instincts took over as they hurled at him. He clenched his fists, summoning the flickering sparks of magic swirling around him. The air shimmered as energy crackled from his palms. With a fierce cry, he unleashed a bolt of lightning, striking the foremost ninja in the chest. The assassin crumpled to the ground, smoke curling from his charred armor.The remaining three pressed forward, blades flashing in the pale moonlight. Devin dodged and countered with precise strikes, his magic intensifying. A burst of fire erupted from his fingertips, engulfing one ninja in flames. The second was caught off-guard as Devin
CHAPTER EIGHTY FIVE
“Close your eyes, Devin. Let the magic come to you. Feel it run through your veins. It is yours… feel it…” Viktor's words sent ripples down Devin's body.The sun was just beginning to dip below the horizon, casting a shadow on the large training ground inside Devin's mansion.Thick blue stripes of energy slowly surrounded Devin, and soon green weaves followed, melting together until a white weave pulled out of the ground and surrounded Devin.Until they suddenly dissipated!Devin’s breath was ragged but exhilarated, his hands still tingling from the burst of elemental energy he had just wielded.Viktor watched him with an approving nod. “Not bad, Devin,” he said, “You’ve got a natural affinity for the elements. It’s rare to see such quick mastery. Only your mother could master the elements that quickly,”Viktor's expression darkened for a moment when he mentioned Devin's mother.Devin wiped sweat from his brow, grinning. “I guess all those years of fighting and surviving have made me
CHAPTER EIGHTY FOUR
The air was thick with fog as Richard’s car skidded to a halt in front of the rusted iron gates that concealed the Bogeyman’s lair. Years of rumors had surrounded this place, an abandoned warehouse deep in the outskirts of town.He stepped out, the gravel crunching beneath his boots. The heavy chains of the gate swung open with a groan, as if protesting his arrival. Inside, the darkness swallowed the faint glow of his flashlight. Navigating through the maze of corridors, Richard’s senses sharpened. Every creak, every distant sound made his heart thump harder.“I'll have a fucking heart attack before I meet him at the point!” Richard cursed.He kept moving until a rat scared him. Richard jumped. “Fuck!” He mutteredAnd then, he saw him standing in the faint glow of a flickering light, the Bogeyman."Richard," the Bogeyman rasped, voice rough like gravel. "You’ve come so far. And you have balls coming back here, after everything you did,”Richard took a step forward, hands clenched. "
CHAPTER EIGHTY THREE
I can't believe this is happening Luther. This is fucked up!” Richard snapped while he grabbed his cigarette. He lit the butt, taking a puff before his eyes settled on Luther again. Luther just stared at him with an expression unreadable.“What are you looking at?” He asked Luther.“I'm looking at the backstabbing rascal who betrayed me five years ago. Oh that's right, it is you!” Luther said to him, but Richard rolled his eyes.“Oh come on, Luther! Let the past remain in the past. There's nothing need for us to this. We have a common enemy now. That bastard Devin is threatening to destroy everything we've built. Don't tell me you'll let him!” Richard asked.“Although our interests temporarily align, Richard, we are not friends. Do not speak to me like you didn't try to fuck me over in the past!Richard's flared his hands. “Oh come on, Luther. You're overreacting!”Richard said and leaned against a rusted metal pillar.“Fuck you, Richard! You really think I’m just gonna forget what y
CHAPTER EIGHTY TWO
The dim glow of candlelight flickered across the scarred hardwood table, casting elongated shadows that danced eerily on the walls of Viper’s private dining room. Amanda sat stiffly, her hands trembling in her lap, eyes fixed on the single rose in a crystal vase, an ironic token of romance amid the chaos of her mind. She hated herself for feeling so powerless, yet every instinct screamed to comply, to stay quiet, to avoid provoking him.Viper leaned back in his chair, a crooked smile playing on his lips. His dark eyes flicked over her with a predatory patience. “You’re beautiful tonight, Amanda,” he said softly, voice deceptively gentle. “And I want you to understand how serious I am about us. About us forever.”She nodded mechanically, her throat tight. Her stomach twisted with dread. She had no choice but to sit there and endure, to keep her fears hidden behind a facade of compliance. “I didn't expect all of this,” she said to him, still forcing a smile.“Come on. You've been a
CHAPTER EIGHTY ONE
The air in the restaurant had shifted, Devin stood tall behind the polished counter, his jaw clenched as he watched Richard stumble toward him, eyes wide with desperation.“But… you two told me to marry Kia! How dare you betray me like this!” Richard yelled at the women but Rhea walked over and slapped him.“To hell with you and your fucking defamation! Do you think we will stand by and watch you defame us? Fuck you!” She yelled at Richard.“And he's even trying to prove he's right instead of falling on his knees before Devin and asking for forgiveness! He truly has no shame!” Gloria added.“Richard,” Devin’s voice was cold and unwavering. “You’re no longer welcome here. Get out. Now!”Richard’s face crumpled, tears welling up as he reached out a trembling hand. “Devin, please. I didn’t mean— I was just trying to do what they said. Please… surely we can talk about this.”Devin’s expression hardened. “ You crossed a line. You’ve meddled where you shouldn’t have. It’s over.”“Yes! Do
CHAPTER EIGHTY
Devin straightened his tie as he guided Kia through the sleek, glass doors of La Versailles, the city’s most exclusive restaurant. His hand gently brushed her back, a quiet reassurance in the midst of the opulence.“Are you sure about this?” Kia asked softly, glancing around at the upscale surroundings.Devin smiled. “Absolutely. Tonight, I want to show you just how special you are. Besides, I want to get your mind off things… whatever it may be,”They approached the maître d’, who recognized Devin immediately and offered a discreet nod. “Mr. Stone, we’ve prepared a private booth for you. Your reservation is fully paid for the night—dinner, drinks, everything.”Kia’s brows lifted in surprise. “You paid for everything? Oh Devin. You didn't have to,”Devin nodded as they were led through a corridor lined with artful photographs of the city skyline. “Consider it my treat. Just relax and enjoy.”They settled into a plush booth with a panoramic view of the city lights. A server poured
CHAPTER SEVENTY NINE
“Devin… you're back…” Kia said, surprised as Devin stepped into the living room. She was obviously lost in thought, and her eyes were heavy from crying. Devin noticed this and walked up to her.“You seem surprised to see me,” he told her and she sighed.“Frankly, yes. You said you wouldn't be back until Sunday,” she told him and collected his baggage from him, kissing him deeply and smiled.“I finished my job on time. My grandfather has been healed and everything went out well. There was no need staying back while I missed you,” he told her.Kia smiled again. “I love you so much, Devin. You know that, right? You know that I would never do anything to hurt you,” she said to him, somehow, the words trembled from her lips.Devin was getting alarmed. What happened when he was away?He cupped her face in his palms and kissed her forehead.“Whatever it is, you know that you can tell me, don't you?” He asked her and she nodded with a smile.“Yes. Of course. But now… I'm being a terrible fian
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