Ch: 129 [Lies & Deceit]

Ch: 129 [Lies & Deceit]

[3rd person POV] [Back at the island]

As Alex 'Vincent' returned to Alana's side, he found Jessica waiting for him outside, her expression serious and determined. The arrival of the new heroes brought a sense of relief, knowing that they were there to protect Alana and uncover the truth behind the assassination attempt.

"Jessica, what did you find out?" Alex asked, his voice tinged with concern.

Jessica's eyes narrowed as she relayed the information. "We've discovered that the assassins were hired to kill Alana. It seems someone wants her dead, and we need to find out who and why."

Alex nodded, his mind racing with possibilities. "Alright, let's not waste any time. We need to ensure Alana's safety and get to the bottom of this. Jessica, coordinate with the team and gather any evidence you can find. I'll stay with Alana and make sure she's secure."

His eyes went toward his mother and the others who were standing at the door.

It seems they kept my identity hidden. I will explain it to them later. But to think that girl will mingle with the assassins who were after Alana to kill me along with her. Interesting.

One of the heroes stepped forward, his authoritative presence commanding attention. "Rest assured, Alana, we will thoroughly investigate this incident. No stone will be left unturned in our pursuit of the truth."

Alana, grateful for the protection and support she received, nodded with a mix of relief and anticipation. "Thank you all for your swift action. I trust that you will uncover the ones behind this and put an end to their dangerous schemes."

The heroes, fueled by a sense of duty, assured her once again of their commitment. With a united front, they made their way to their aircraft, the emblem of justice shining brightly on its hull.

As the heroes departed, Alana's gaze lingered on their retreating figures. She couldn't help but feel a surge of hope, knowing that they were in capable hands. But deep down, she knew that the ultimate responsibility for her safety lay with Alex.Discover new chapters at novelhall.com

These heroes may have vowed to protect me, but it's Vincent who has taken it upon himself to ensure my well-being. I can't help but feel a sense of gratitude and reliance on him. I would be dead without him stopping the bullets.

Unbeknownst to Alana, Alex's mind was already at work, his thoughts consumed by the need to uncover the truth and protect her at all costs. He knew that relying solely on the heroes' investigation might not be enough. There were secrets hidden in the shadows, waiting to be unveiled.

"We have secured the island and stationed enough securities to prevent further attacks. You guys can rest assured we will find them by sunlight," One of the heroes said with an assured smile.

The other heroes, deployed some bots and drones in the area to keep surveillance.

Alana's grip tightened, her voice muffled against his chest. "Thank you, Vincent. I don't know what I would have done without you. You saved my life."

Alex's expression softened, his eyes filled with a mixture of tenderness and determination. "You don't have to thank me, Alana. Protecting you is my priority. I'll do whatever it takes to keep you safe."

In that moment, as they stood in the embrace of each other, time seemed to stand still.

Damn it! What should I do? On one side Alana and on the other... Alica and her betrayal. What should I do?

Their hearts beat in synchrony, a shared understanding passing between them. Their connection, born out of adversity and the need for protection, began to take on a deeper meaning—a bond that transcended their individual quests for truth and justice.

But amidst the warmth and vulnerability, a sense of urgency pulsed within Alex. He knew that their respite would be short-lived. There were answers to be found, secrets to unravel, and a web of deceit that threatened to ensnare them both.

Breaking the embrace, Alex held Alana at arm's length, his gaze earnest. "Alana, I need you to trust me. We're going to find out who wants you dead and why. But we have to be cautious, patient. The answers won't come easy."

Alana met his gaze, her eyes filled with a mix of determination and reliance. "I trust you, Vincent. I believe in you. Will you stay with me tonight?"

"Yeah," Alex replied with a feeling of guilt in his heart.

I am doing the same thing as Alica did to me. Lies and deceit. If I take the same path as her... How am I better than her?

The path they walked was treacherous...

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AN: Ok. From here on 7 chs will be dedicated to Alana. And yup, Alex will bed her, but in a good way. Then we will go back to the rescue operation and Alex's Grandma. + A huge battle between the mutants, AMO, and Deadites. X-23 will kick some deadite ass. You can bet on it. [Already completed this part. She is fighting a giant deadite along with Mystique and 2 others.]

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