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Chapter 5 - Unveiling the Mysterious Gem of Crain Mansion

The night was dark and silent as Derrick, a fearless man with a reputation for his exceptional skills, approached Crain Mansion. The mansion stood tall, surrounded by an iron gate that guarded its secrets. Derrick had received a tip about a secret object hidden within its walls, an object rumored to possess unimaginable power. Intrigued yet cautious, he knew he had to undertake this mission alone.

As he stealthily made his way through the mansion's extensive garden, he carefully assessed his surroundings. The mansion was well-fortified, with surveillance cameras perched atop every corner. But Derrick was no ordinary man; he had perfected the art of evading detection. Armed with knowledge and cunning, he swiftly destroyed the cameras with his flames, rendering them useless to anyone watching.

With each step, his confidence grew. He skillfully maneuvered through elaborate hallways, effortlessly bypassing security systems that would deter even the most skilled intruders. Finally, after what seemed like an eternity to him, he reached the room where the mysterious object was said to be hidden.

After vigorously searching through all the drawers available in the room, he finally found it. A little unique storage, unlike any he has ever seen. Derrick cautiously approached the small wooden chest placed atop an intricately carved pedestal. The chest was adorned with intricate symbols, suggesting that it held something of immense value. As he opened the chest, a brilliant glow spilled out, illuminating the room. His eyes widened in awe as he laid his gaze upon the magnificent masterpiece inside. It wasn't just any diamond—it was a rare and extraordinary gem, unlike anything he had ever seen before.

The diamond gleamed with an ethereal radiance, casting dancing prisms of light across the walls. Its dazzling facets were perfectly cut, reflecting every color of the spectrum. It seemed to hold the universe within it—a cosmic enigma frozen in time.

He picked up the diamond gently, feeling its cool weight in his hand. As he held it closer, he noticed something peculiar. The diamond pulsated with a rhythmic energy, as if it possessed a life of its own. He could hear whispers in his mind, ancient secrets whispered by the stone itself.

As soon as he realized his mission was accomplished, he put a note on one of the cameras he hadn't yet destroyed. He left a note for them, signed under a fictitious name he uses, just to keep the people in the house who were trying to follow his every step guessing. He turned around to retrieve the chest and view the gem.

Sensing the gravity of the moment, Derrick decided to confirm the authenticity of the mysterious gem before leaving. He took a deep breath, recalling his unique talent that had earned him the notorious nickname, "the revealer" Taking a leap of faith, he recited an incantation known only to him, a secret known among gang members.

"Truth or lie, I have no fear; my mind is set on what to see," he chanted softly, his voice resonating through the empty room.

And just like that, Derrick's eyes transformed. The vibrant red hue of his irises faded into a captivating shade of blue, glistening with an air of mystique. His eyes held powers beyond imagination, their ability to reveal the truth unparalleled. Derrick focused his gaze on the crystal-like object that lay before him. With each passing second, his eyes scanned, searching for any indication of authenticity. Minutes ticked by, but there was no discernible change, leaving Derrick in doubt.

Suddenly, as if by some cosmic coincidence, his eyes turned a vivid shade of green. It was a color indicative of truth, a sign that the priceless object he held in his hands was indeed authentic. A sigh of relief escaped his lips as he whispered, "I guess I was wrong; you can judge a book by its cover."

Knowing the importance of this discovery, Derrick wasted no time. He reached for his phone and swiftly typed a message to his boss, ensuring her that the object was secure.

"The item is safe!" he sent, excitement lacing his words.

Upon receiving Derrick's message, his boss, couldn't hide her exhilaration. Breaking into a euphoric grin, she exclaimed, "Excellent work! That's why I hired you."

With the precious item secure in his possession, Derrick knew he had to make a quick escape. He cut off the power in the entire house to make his escape easy and deftly navigated his way through the mansion, reducing every obstacle to an insignificant hurdle.

Finally, he arrived at a grand living room, lit by the faint glow of the moon. He leaped through a window shattering it completely, disappearing into the night, leaving the children to pick up the pieces of what once was Crain Mansion. As the sun began to rise, painting the sky with hues of orange and pink, Derrick blended into the darkness.

April was so frustrated and annoyed at all that had happened. She glanced around the opulent space, her eyes widened in astonishment, the room was in utter disarray.