CHAPTER 4.(4)
***INTO THE DEPTHS***..
Three months had passed after Edouard received a mysterious message from the secret service.
Summoning him to a secret location, for training. He had a critical mission to complete.
Keila is left with only a cryptic message from Edouard.
"I'll return when the distance between us is bridged".
Unknown to her, Edouard is a sleeper agent, activated after years of living a normal life.
His mission is to infiltrate a dangerous organization."Serpents". Using his skills and training. The secret service has been monitoring their family, using them as cover for edouard's secret life. Since his disappearance four of the best hitmen have been hired for their safety.
Over the months she has been receiving messages and calls, none as chilling as the recent message."Your family's life is a lie. Meet me at the old ware house at midnight, if you want to know the truth". Holding her phone lost in thought,as she is torn between ignoring or seeking answers.
Keila arrives at the old warehouse, after stern warning of coming alone. A figure steps out of the shadows, revealing a woman with a kind face.
"You're the one who's been sending me messages". She accused."Who are you?" Keila demanded, her voice shaking.
"My name is Sarah ". She says."And I'm here to help you, Keila ".
"How can I trust you?" Keila's eyes widened.
Sarah smiles."Because I'm the only one who can help and get you out of this alive. You see I'm a governmental official and a whistle blower, Keila. And I have evidence of the conspiracy that's threatening your life ". She breathed."I know about your husband's past. About the asset he stole, about the danger that's coming your way!!"
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Edouard is caught in a web of conspiracy and deceit. Unsure to trust the authorities. He finally decidedly to make a run for it.
Edouard grunts, his fists clenched as he takes down another opponent. He's been fighting for hours, but he can't stop now.
Suddenly, he's attacked and tackle to the ground. As he looks up, he sees his opponent's face—it's one of the hitman assigned to protect Keila,and her kids.
"You are not who you say you are". Edouard growls
The hitman smirks."I'm exactly who I say I am. And you are just a pawn in our game ".
Edouard's eyes blaze with anger."You're going to regret messing with this family;my family!!!"
The hitman laughs."We'll see about that".
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Sarah hands Keila a folder filled with documents and photographs."This is the evidence you need to take down the conspiracy". She says "But be warned, Keila. Once you have this knowledge, there's no going back".
Keila's eyes scan the documents, her mind racing with the implications. She sees photos of her husband,her children, and her self, all with targets on their heads. Keila steps back, fear gripping her.
"Why does this mean?".
"It means you're in grave danger, Keila" Sarah replies."But I'm here to help you. I'll get you out of the country, to a safe place where you can start all over".
Edouard runs following a labyrinth,as he hears voices and the cracking sound of heavy duty guns.
"You're not going anywhere, Edouard!" One of the voice sneers."you're going to stay right here,and you're going to die!"
Keila's mind raced as she tries to decide what to do next. She can't go to the authorities,not now that she knows the governmental official is involved. But she can't just sit back and do nothing either. She thinks about Edouard, she thinks about her children, innocent and vulnerable. And she knows she has to act.
Suddenly he sees a glimmer of light. He makes a break for it, dodging bullets and fists as he runs. He bursts through the door gasping for air. He's mad it out alive, but he knows the agents won't stop until they've finished the job. He needs to get back to Keila, to protect her and her children. But how can he do that when the whole world seems against them.
Keila's eyes lock on to Sarah's, searching for any sign of deception. But Sarah's gaze is steady. Her eyes filled with a sincerity that Keila can't ignore.
"Okay". Keila says finally."I trust you".
Sarah nods, a smile on her lips."Good. Let's get out of here ,then".
As they turn to leave, Keila hears a noise behind her. She spins around,her heart racing and sees a figure lurking in the shadows.
"Sarah, what's going on?" She whispers, her eyes fixed on the figure.
Sarah's expression turns grim."I think we've been found out, Keila. We need to get out of here, now!!!"
With that they go out, plunging the ware house into darkness. Keila's heart races as she hears the footsteps getting closer. She grabs Sarah's hand, her eyes scanning the darkness for any sign of danger.
Suddenly, a light flickers on, illuminating the dark cornered street they stood in. Keila blinks, her eyes adjusting to the brightness.
That's when she sees him—a tall, menacing figure with a scar across his cheek. He's holding a gun and his eyes are fixed on Keila.
"Ah..., Keila". He says, his voice drippy with malice."I've been waiting for you".
Sarah steps forward,her eyes locked on the figure."leave her alone, Chavez". She says, her voice firm.
Victor sneers."or what? You'll try to stop me? You're no match for me, Sarah ".
"Victor Chavez, be warned I'll call 911!!" She warned.
Keila's mind races as she tries to process what's happening. Who is victor. And what does he want with her?
She doy have long to wonder. Victor raises his gun. His eyes fixed on Keila.
"You're coming with me". He says, his voice cold."Whether you like it or not".
Keila's world goes dark, but her senses remain on high alert. She feels herself being dragged away,her arms and legs flailing wildly as she tries to break free. But victor's grip is too strong, his hold on her like a vice. She's trapped and she knows it.
Just as all hope seems lost, Keila hears a loud crash, followed by the sound of gun fire.
Victor's grip on her loosens, and she takes advantage of the situation and distraction to wrestle free.
She looks up to see Edouard, his eyes blazing with determination,his gun trained on victor.
"Get behind me, Keila!" He shouts, his voice, echoing off the surrounding street walls.
Keila doesn't hesitate, dashing behind Edouard as he takes cover behind a nearby crate. Victor returns fire,the bullets ricocheting off the metal, as Edouard and Keila huddle together, waiting for their chance to strike back.
It's a moment of pure chaos,the sound of gunfire and shouting filling the air as Keila and Edouard fight for their lives against the sinister forces closing in around them.
But they refuse to back down, their love and determination driving them forward as they battle against the odds to survive...
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As the gunfire subsides, Keila's mind raced with fear for her children's safety. She turns to Edouard, her eyes pleading."We have to get to the kids,now!!!"
Edouard nods, his face set in a determined expression."I know where they are. Let's go!"
They sprint out, dodging debris and danger at every turn. Keila's heart pounds in her chest, her mind consumed by visions of her children in harm's way. When they finally reach the safe house, Keila's worst fears are confirmed.
The bodyguards supposed to be protecting her children,are no where to be found, and neither are her kids.
"Where are they?" Keila demands, her voice shaking with rage and fear.
The lead bodyguard, a burly man with a grim expression, steps forward."we had to move them, ma'am. It wasn't safe anymore here again".
Keila's eyes narrow."where did you take them,tell me?!"
The bodyguard hesitates, his eyes flicking to Edouard before returning to Keila."I can't disclose that information, ma'am. But I promise you, they are safe".
Keila's anger boils over."safe, how can I trust you, you are supposed to he protecting them. Not hiding them from me!!".
Edouard steps forward. His voice calm and authoritative."Keila, we need to stay focused. We'll find the kids,I promise. But first, we need to get out of here, it's not safe ".
Keila nods, her mind racing with scenarios, each one more terrifying than the last. She knows she has to trust Edouard, but her maternal instincts are screaming at her to find her children now.
Keila's mind races with questions as they navigate the dangerous terrain. Can she trust him to keep her and her children safe, or is he hiding secrets of his own. As they move through the shadows, Keila's thoughts interrupted by the sound of footsteps behind them. She spins around, her heart racing and sees a figure emerging from the darkness.
"Who are you?" Keila demanded,her hand on her gun.
The figure steps forward, revealing a young woman with a determined look on her face, one that looks resembling."I'm here to help you, Keila, I know where the children are".
Keila's eyes narrow."Sarah,how do I know I can trust you, and how sure am I you know their where about ?"
" Because I'm the one who's being helping Edouard all along. We've been working together to take down the conspiracy and keep you and your children safe".
Keila's eyes flick to Edouard, who nods in confirmation."Sarah is telling the truth. Keila we need her help to get your children back".
Keila hesitated, unsure if she can trust this unknown ally after such an incident. But something about Sarah's determination and Edouard's reassurance makes her decide to take a chance.
"Okay...". Keila says finally."let's do it".
And with that, the four of them set off on a dangerous mission to rescue Keila's children and take down the conspiracy once and for all. For a while the burly man was no where to be found, Keila could not shake off the feeling that they were walking into a trap.
Keila, Edouard and Sarah move swiftly through the streets, their eyes scanning the rooftops and alleyways for any sign of danger. They know they're being watched, every move they make being tracked by the CCTV cameras that line the streets.
"We need to keep moving". Edouard says, his voice low and urgent."We can't stay in one place for too long". Sarah nods, her eyes fixed on the map in her hand." I know a place we can hide. It's far from here".
Keila follows them, her heart racing with every step. She can feel the security guards closing in, their footsteps echoing off the buildings.
As they turn a corner, Keila sees a group of guards up ahead. Their eyes scanning the crowd. She grabs Edouard's arm, her voice barely above a whisper.
"There they are. What do we do now?"
Edouard pulls her into a nearby alleyway, Sarah following close behind. They move swiftly through the shadows, their footsteps quiet on the pavement.
"We need to get off the streets". Edouard said, his voice low."we can't keep running like this".
Sarah nods. Her eyes fixed on the map. "There's an old warehouse on the out skirt of town. We can hide there until we figure out our next move".
Keila nods, her heart still racing with fear, she knows they're taking a risk, but she also knows they have no choice, they have to keep moving, no matter what. As they make their way through the alleys, Keila can feel the guards closing in, she knows they're getting closer,and she knows they won't stop until they've caught them.
But Keila is determined to keep her children safe, no matter what it takes, she'll keep running,keep hiding,until she knows they're safe. And she'll do it all with Edouard and Sarah by her side, no matter what dangers lie ahead.
As they make a turn to disappear, Keila sees the guards closing in on them. But to her surprise, they're not alone. A group of notorious gang members ."The steel Brothers". Led by the infamous Chavez victor."The Bull". Emerge from the shadows.
"Well, well ,well". Victor sneers, his eyes fixed on Keila."look what we have here. The little fugitive all grown up. And on the run".
Keila's eyes narrow, her hand on her gun."Victor Chavez. I should have known you'd be involved in this, my husband is dead, what do you want from me?"
Victor chuckles,"I'm here to get what's rightfully mine dear...You see your man got good eyes, first with you and now diamonds and gold worth billions, with something else gravelly special ". He says stepping closer to her.
"Get back you moron!!!" She yells.
"What... wil you shoot.Be pretty ?" He said swiftly taking the gun out of her hands, drawing her close and touching her.
"Leave her alone,you mother f**ker..!!". Edouard sneered and yelled with all pent up frustration. Running towards victor.
"Hey...Lover boy, you stay out, or I blow her brains out!" He said aloud putting a gun at her head.
With Edouard's hitman instincts, he quickly assesses the situation and spots a narrow window of opportunity.
He whispers a plan to sarai, who nods and creates a diversion by tossing a near by trash can lid at the agents, as well he agents momentarily flinch, Edouard knocks down victor,grabs Keila and makes a break for a near by alley way. Bullets fly, and Edouard takes a bit to his arm, but he keeps moving, shielding Keila with his body. They burst into the alley, with Sarah close behind.
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The trio sprints through the alley, dodging debris and leaping over obstacles. As they catch their breath, Edouard reveals his plan to gather a team if trusted allies, including fugitives and former soldiers, to help rescue Keila's children and take down the cult and corrupt agents. They make a turn, as they reached a dead end.
"Oh—shit, we are fried". Sarah said fear in her voice.
Chavez and the secret service corrupt agents are hot on they heels, as they move quickly staying one step ahead of their pursuers to have any chances of success.
Boom, Edouard, Keila and Sarah are trapped, Chavez's men and the corrupt agents close in, their guns drawn.
Edouard's eyes lock onto Keila, his gaze burny with a silent promise: He'll protect her.
Suddenly, a mysterious fleet of figures emerges from the shadows, their faces obscured by a hoodie. They toss a smoke grenade, and the Alli erupts into chaos.
Edouard seizes the moment, grabbing Keila and Sarah as they flee into the darkness.
Bullets whiz past their heads, the agents and cults members hot on thier heels. Edouard's arm throbs in agony, but he refuses to yield, they burst through a cracked wall, the mysterious figures reappears leading them deep into the tunnels.
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As they run, the air thickens with tension. Keila's breath comes in ragged gasps. Her eyes fixed on Edouard, Sarah's face is set in a determined mask.
The mysterious figures remains silent, their true loyalties unknown. Finally, they reach a hidden safe hoy, where a small team of masked men awaits.
But as they catch their breath, they realized the cult and agents are closing in.
The mysterious figures vanishes as suddenly as they appeared, leaving behind a cryptic messy: "We helped you, doesn't mean we'll always be there, trust no one".
With the dangers escalating, Edouard's team must race against time to rescue Keila's children and unravel the sinister plot. But in this web of deceit, who can they trust?
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It was a hot afternoon, the three sat deep in thoughts.
Sarah's eyes locked on Edouard's, her gaze burny with determination.
"I know some men who'll help us". Sh said,her voice low and urgent."Men who owe me favors".
Edouard raised an eyebrow, intrigued."what kind of favors?"
Sarah's smile was cryptic."let's just say they're not fans of the cult or the corrupt agents. They'll help us get Keila's children back".
With out word, Sarah pulled out a phone and dialled a number. She spoke in hushed tones,her voice laced with a hint of seduction. Edouard's eyes narrowed what kind of hold she had over these men.
As she finished the call,not quite long a loud knock echoed through the safe house. Edouard's hand instinctively went to his gun,but Sarah's calm demeanor reassured him.
"It's them". She said, opening the door to reveal three rough-looking men, each with a unique scar above their left eye brow.
"The scarlet vipers". Sarah introduced,her voice dripping with a mix of respect and wariness."They'll help us navigate the underworld and get to Keila's children before the cult does".
The leader, a towering figure with a scar above his left eyebrow, nodded at Edouard."we've heard about your skills,hitman. We'll need them for this job".
Edouard's mind raced as he assessed the situation. Could he trust these men? Or was Sarah s plan a recipe for disaster.
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During the cool evey hours, Edouard was cleaning guns in his room at the safe house.
"Hello handsome". A female voice said in a low but seductive tone.
"Uh....mmm". He swallowed hard."you didn't tell me you got a new hot nice dress"
"You love it". She said giving out a mischievous smile.
"Love it... That's an understatement". He said breath deep and hard as she strode to him.
Their body touched each other,there was not a space for distance. His body electrocuted immediately, like her touch contained some powerful electric energy. He couldn't handle her touch at all as she wrapped her arms around him, knowingly shoving her body forward so that her boobs touched his chest.
His eyes widened instantly as he felt an undeniable erection down his trousers.
As Edouard's hands caressed her skin, Keila's breath caught in her throat. She arched into his touch, her body responding to the gentle pressure like a flower unfolding its petals. His fingers traced the curves of her shoulders, the slope of her neck, and the delicate line of her jaw. In a swift motion, they shed their clothes, their eyes locked on each other's like magnets. Naked, they stood together, the air thick with tension, the only sound the soft hum of desire.
Keila's voice was barely above a whisper, her words trembling with anticipation. "Make love to me, Edouard." His response was a gentle whisper against her skin, his breath sending shivers down her spine. "Keila, my love." He trailed kisses along her neck, his lips tracing the curve of her shoulders, the swell of her breasts, and the gentle dip of her navel. Every touch sparked a flame, their passion igniting like a wildfire that consumed them both.
As they moved together, their bodies entwined like the threads of a tapestry, their love became the only truth that mattered. The world outside receded, leaving only the gentle rustle of sheets, the soft gasps of pleasure, and the beating of their hearts like a single drum.