Galaxy: One Against All

Chapter 115: Betrayal

Sarah emerged from the shadows, looking pale and frightened.

"Alex, I'm sorry," Sarah whispered. "I didn't know what to do."

Alex's heart swelled with relief. They had found Sarah.

But Agent Thompson's smile grew wider. "You'll never leave this place alive."

And with that, he pulled out a gun.

"You'll never get away with this, Thompson," Alex spat, trying to keep their voice steady.

Agent Thompson chuckled. "Oh, I think I will. You see, I've been playing a long game, Alex. And you're just a pawn."

Sarah took a step forward. "Let us go, Thompson. Please."

Agent Thompson's expression turned cold. "You're not in a position to make demands, Sarah. You're a prisoner."

Alex's eyes locked onto Thompson's gun. They had to act fast.

"Sarah, get down!" Alex yelled, as they launched themselves at Thompson.

But Thompson was too quick. He dodged Alex's attack and fired the gun.

Alex felt a searing pain in their arm, and they fell to the ground.

"Alex!" Sarah screamed, rushing to their side.

Thomps