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CHAPTER 052
The wind howled through the compound like a spirit denied rest, sending flags flapping against their poles and shadows leaping across the gravel. Inside the command bunker, the walls seemed closer than they were. The hum of fluorescent lights did little to suppress the tension coiling around the room.Danielle paced. She hadn’t slept. Her fingers itched toward her holster again and again like a smoker reaching for a long-gone cigarette.Across the room, Derick stood motionless, arms crossed, eyes fixed on the file Valeria had left. Marshal Griggs. The loyal right hand. The man who shared Clyde’s secrets, sat beside him in every strategy meeting, raised a toast at every victory.A traitor.“You’re too quiet,” Danielle said. “That’s never good.”Derick didn’t look up. “I’m thinking.”Danielle stopped her pacing. “You believe her, don’t you?”He gave a curt nod. “I do.”“Then we’re screwed.”Derick’s jaw tensed. “We’ve always been screwed. This just confirms from where the blade’s coming
CHAPTER 051
The clearing stood in stunned silence as the night wind stirred the pine needles and whistled between the barrels of drawn rifles. The woman named Valeria stepped forward, her boots crunching softly against the gravel of the compound path. Her coat fluttered behind her like the wings of some dark omen. Her expression was calm, surgical—eyes like steel, calculating everything and giving nothing away.Derick stepped to the forefront, his weapon unwavering. “Last chance. Identify your purpose or turn around. This isn’t a diplomatic mission.”Valeria’s lip curved ever so slightly. “Relax, Commander. If I wanted war, your perimeter would already be ash. I came to speak. Preferably before the next decision you make costs you your command.”Danielle emerged from the shadows of the main building, her steps brisk, gaze locked onto Valeria. She stood beside Derick, not out of allegiance—but necessity.“Valeria,” Danielle said, her voice low, laced with bitter recognition. “I thought you were a
CHAPTER 050.
The moonlight barely pierced the dense canopy above, throwing ghostly beams onto the forest floor as Danielle sprinted through the underbrush. Her breath came in quick, hot bursts, fogging in the night air. Her stolen rifle felt heavier by the second, but she didn’t slow. Every step forward was another yard between her and the charred remains of Seth’s crumbling empire.But the escape wasn’t complete—not yet. She needed extraction.She crouched by a moss-covered rock, pulling the radio she’d taken from the fallen guard. She turned the frequency dial, hoping someone, anyone, was listening. Static at first. Then a crackle.“repeat, team alpha has arrived. Targets neutralized. No visuals on the asset.”Danielle pressed the button. “This is Danielle. I'm in the woods southeast of the compound. Heading toward creekside. Respond.”A tense pause.Then, “Danielle! Thank God. This is Derick. Hold your position. I’m sending two men to get you. Do not engage. Do you copy?”“Copy that. Just hurry
CHAPTER 049.
The helicopter roared above the ground, its blades slicing through the air with a deafening intensity. The sheer force of the rotating blades stirred the earth below, sending plants swaying wildly and loose leaves spiraling into the air. Dust and debris danced in the chaotic wind, creating a haze around the landing zone.One after the other, five military men descended from the aircraft, each gripping tightly onto a thick, sturdy rope. Their movements were swift but precise, their bodies clad in fully knitted tactical gear designed for the mission ahead. The black helmets, bulletproof vests, and camouflage patterns blended seamlessly with the dim light of the forested area.Their boots hit the ground with a muted thud, each man landing in a crouched position, weapons at the ready. The soldiers immediately fanned themselves into formation, their eyes scanning the area with hawk-like vigilance. The tension in the air was palpable as the craft blades above continued their furious rotatio
CHAPTER 048.
In her memories_ she could recall how his face fell on her intently, and how all eyes were on them at the gala. His softened gaze broke the walls around her heart and he ushered himself in without permission.She remembered the feel of his lips when she crashed hers on his in front of Clarissa.Her tongue swam through her lips, wetting it. But then_she reminded herself that she was just an ordinary assistant.Instead of dwell in self loathe, her mind tried to figure out a way out of the distress. She thought about a thousand and one thing then suddenly, a very brilliant idea crossed her mind.Still in chains, she counted the numbers of guards at the exits and around. She realizes she won't be able to out do all of them on her own. So she started strategizing how to get out of there.*It was midnight.There night was dark as coal serve for the moon that gave off a little light.Her shut eyes opened up abruptly, woken by her instincts. She realized everyone around her seemed off guarde
CHAPTER 047.
The day was hot, the sun shone over the battlefield. Blood stained the ground, smoke curled into the sky, and the scent of death filled the air. But Clyde had no time for the fallen. His heart thundered in his chest as he gripped his sword tighter.Danielle was gone.Again.Clyde inhaled deeply, forcing himself to stay calm. Anger was useful, but only if controlled. His vision sharpened, his mind focused. There was no room for failure. Whoever took her, whoever dared to use her as bait would learn the true wrath of the Darkfang Clan.He turned to his men, their faces streaked with blood and sweat."Spread out," he ordered, his voice cutting through the night air. "Track every scent, every footprint. Someone knows where they took her.""Yes, Master!" they responded in unison before dispersing like shadows into the ruined battlefield.Clyde’s earpiece crackle."Master, we found a lead," Walex’s voice came through."Talk.""A survivor. One of the mercenaries from the Villains. He’s wound
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