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LECTER JAMES: Rise of the Braveheart Chapter 136
Anna had decided to step out for a moment to do the groceries. Mia was on her way to work and being bored at home, Anna decided to do the needful.It was the least she could do, considering the fact that Mia was not only hospitable, she was also a very sound supporter of hers during those difficult times. Anna was reminded of the times that she had spent hating Mia, and the number of times that Mia had spent hating her as well. Thinking back, it was as if everything was vanity.Anna decided to give life a try. What could go wrong?"Excuse me, could you help me?" Anna asked the security man at the gate who shot her a glare. She was taken aback by this act of pride but she decided to remain calm."I think I lost my purse. I was just holding it and now I don't know where it is. Could you assist me in looking for it?" She asked again but the man sighed."Why wouldn't you lose your purse? A clumsy thing like you would definitely lose more than her purse," the security man snapped at her. A
LECTER JAMES: Rise of the Braveheart Chapter 137
"What do you mean that you're going on a date with Anna? Lecter James's wife? The same woman that I have been trying to caution you about?" Pete yelled at Bruce while he got ready for the date. The tuxedo he wore made him look more grand, like he was attending some party instead."This is precisely why I didn't think it wise to inform you. We are just going as friends. Nothing there. Just as friends who want to enjoy each other's company" Bruce replied. Pete laughed so hard he snorted."Don't tell me you actually believe this shit!" Pete exclaimed. "What the heck is wrong with you Bruce? In what universe does it ever end well when a man is pining after another man's wife?" "I'm not pining after her. Anna needs my comfort and I am going to give it to her. I understand your fears but nothing bad will happen. I can assure you," Bruce replied and grabbed his phone."Oh, yeah? That's precisely what you said in high school before you cheated on your girlfriend. And back then I told you Kar
LECTER JAMES: Rise of the Braveheart Chapter 138
"Let me guess, you were bugged too about how this is such a bad idea?" Bruce questioned and Anna laughed. She glanced at him and wondered what made her so readable."What gave it away?" She asked him. His eyes were fixated on the road but he still managed to steal a glance of her. She looked beautiful in the dress. Despite covering up, Anna's body banged hard enough to still intrigue Bruce."For starters, I am a detective, and a very good one at that. Plus, you had the same look which I assumed I too had when I stepped out of the house. My friend literally gave me a Lecture on how this was a terrible idea," Bruce said to her. Anna laughed so hard she almost lost air.Bruce was glad he could make her laugh. All that was left earlier was the cold stares and melancholic gazes."As if we are not adults," she added with a chuckle."You look beautiful when you smile. Maybe you should do that more." Bruce told her. Anna smiled again as memories from days past came rushing towards her like a
LECTER JAMES: Rise of the Braveheart Chapter 139
Lecter could hear his phone ring from the balcony where he was drinking a bottle of wine. He just wanted to get high and drink until he fell asleep on the chair. Lecter was missing Anna so very much.The phone continued to ring, and Lecter then walked towards the table to pick it up and silent it. However, when he saw that it was Anna's number calling, he was flustered. Lecter picked up the call"Anna?" He said. There was a brief silence and then he heard Anna sigh"So, no calls? Nothing?" She said and Lecter walked back to the balcony."I tried to call you, to get across to you. But I know how you get when you do not want to be disturbed. Or am I wrong?" He asked her."Maybe not. But you should have known that these were different circumstances..I wasn't just grieving for myself, I was also grieving for you. I needed the space to process what I was feeling," she sighed."Anna, baby, I believe that there has been too much bad blood between us. Let's return back to normal. Come back ho
LECTER JAMES: Rise of the Braveheart Chapter 140
Lecter's phone rang in the dead of night. It had been a very steamy session with Anna earlier, and they consumed the love they still had for each other following her return. The ringing of the phone woke both Lecter and Anna.Lecter looked to see who it was that was calling him at that time of the night. Then he saw that it was Lenore."You gonna get that?" Anna asked him while he gazed at the phone."It's not important. All that matters is you," he replied to her. Anna sighed, but then the phone began to ring again. Anna was disturbed."Why don't you just take the call and conclude whatever business you have with her? Won't that be better?" She asked him, anger and jealousy slowly rising on her face. Lecter then picked up the phone"Lenore, why are you calling me?" Lecter asked. "Ignoring me now, are you? I never thought the day would come Lecter. I thought you were different," she said to Lecter."Do you want anything from me?" Lecter asked her. Lenore inhaled sharply."Can I see y
LECTER JAMES: Rise of the Braveheart Chapter 141
"What is it that you want to tell me?" Lecter asked Anna. She exhaled and then tried to find her voice."The doctors told me that the accident not only affected my pregnancy, but it has caused an irreparable damage to my womb. As a result, I can no longer have any biological child of my own," she said to Lecter who froze."Were you ever planning on telling me this?" Lecter asked her."Of course. But I just didn't know how to say it. I guess I was afraid of losing you. I know how much you love children and the idea of not being able to give you one kid didn't sit will with me. That's why I actually left the house. Maybe this pregnancy is not a bad thing after all." Anna said to Lecter."Did you really think that not being able to give me a child will make me love you any less? I love you, Anna. Nothing can ever change that fact. We are one forever. My love for you is unconditional, and I hope you can always remember this when times get difficult," Lecter told her and kissed her deeply.
LECTER JAMES: Rise of the Braveheart Chapter 142
Cathrine tried to get into the car that was waiting to take her to the airport. Her heart has been thumping ever since Morris reported Venita as missing. She had tried to call Venita several times but her number was not reachable. Perhaps she flew out of the country, Cathrine thought.It was very possible for Venita to do, and she could easily leave within consulting anybody. That was how tenacious she was. Cathrine then decided to leave the country as she was said to be missing. She didn't want to get caught in any cross fire."Open the gates," she called out to her gate man who quickly opened the gate. The driver zoomed out of the mansion, but a car suddenly blocked Their path.Cathrine stepped out of her car and trudged angrily towards the other car."Are you out of your fucking mind? What the heck do you think you're doing?" She asked, banging the window on the driver's side. The door opened and Bruce stepped out."Going somewhere?" Bruce asked her and she fumed."And what busines
LECTER JAMES: Rise of the Braveheart Chapter 143
"What do you mean?" Bruce asked, shaking. He suspected that the answer to that question will be one that he did not like but he decided to ask anyway."Years ago, you killed someone. You convicted a wrong person for a crime and although the case got you a promotion, it ruined a lot of things for you, did it not? What was his name again, Mike?" Lecter said to Bruce."What do you mean by that? What are you driving at?" Bruce asked Lecter. Lecter got up and slowly approached Bruce."I placed Venita in a place where she will never hurt anyone else. And I did it without any remorse. She killed my child, almost killed my wife and now because of her actions, I can not have a biological child with Anna. Do you have any idea how that feels?" Lecter asked him. "What she got was justice. And as for you, detective Bruce, I guess it is time for you t leave the police force now. With this knowledge, duty compels you to report me, but I'm sure you won't. Not with what I have on you. So, what will y
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EpilogueIt's been five years since Lecter defeated Bruce that fateful night. And from that timeframe, a lot of things had happened."Dad, we'll miss the show. We have to go now," Liana, Lecter's daughter called out from the car.Anna smiled while Lecter approached with a briefcase at hand."I can tell them to come perform for you here at the mansion, my princess," Lecter said to Liana but she rolled her eyes and pouted."It wouldn't be the same, dad. I want to watch the show with my friends too," Liana replied."Your daughter is very stubborn, Lecter James," Anna stretched forth her hand and took the briefcase from Lecter before he proceeded to kiss her lips."I wonder where she got that from," Lecter said sarcastically and Anna scoffed. They soon got into the car and zoomed off. Along the way, Lecter's phone rang. It was the president."Mr President, you honor me with your call," Lecter said."Mr James. I want to personally thank you for what you did for our country. We would have
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Rachel’s eyes widened, genuine fear finally breaking through her tough exterior. She was ready to burst into tears when Bruce turned back to her, his gun still in hand. “See what happens to those who cross me? Want to be part of them?” He asked angrily. Before Rachel could respond, the door burst open. Lecter stormed in, his presence filling the room with an electric charge. “Bruce!” He shouted, his voice echoing off the walls. Bruce turned, gun raised, ready to face his nemesis. “Lecter. Finally decided to show your face? You’ve been hiding behind her all this while, haven’t you?”Lecter’s eyes were cold, calculating. “This ends now, Bruce. No more games.” Bruce laughed, a harsh, mirthless sound. “You think you can take me down? You’re a fool to think so, Lecter.” Lecter moved with lightning speed, closing the distance between them in a heartbeat. He knocked the gun from Bruce’s hand, sending it skidding across the floor. The two men clashed in a brutal hand to
Chapter 192
Bruce stared out the window of Raphael's former office, which was now his own. The city was alive before him, a web of lights and life, oblivious to the power struggles that took place within its own shadows.He had fought hard to get where he was, as far as he was concerned, taking over Raphael's organization after the old boss's untimely demise. But victory felt hollow. Ursula, his sister, had deserted him, leaving him to run the business alone. He scowled, thinking of her betrayal.And besides, he had bigger fish to fry. Lecter. That bastard had managed to slip from his hands the other day, but he wouldn’t be so lucky next time. The door to the office opened, and Bruce turned, expecting one of his new underlings. Instead, Rachel walked in, and Cecil came in after her. He gave Cecil a questioning look, and he responded with shaking his head, so he turned back to Rachael. Her presence was like a punch to the gut. He hadn't seen her since their last heated argument, and her sudden
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Lecter picked up the phone. “Lecter, it's Rachel.” She said hurriedly. “I know where Bruce is. He's at an old warehouse on the east side of the city.” “Are you sure?” Lecter asked, his heart pounding. He was ready to give up all his wealth for Anna. “Positive.” Rachel replied. “I’ve been following him. He doesn't know I'm onto him yet.” “Thank you, Rachel. I owe you.” “A million dollars, I’m sure. Just get them out safe.” Rachel said. “I'll keep an eye out and make sure he doesn't slip away.” Lecter hung up and called his bodyguards. “We have a location. I’ll send the coordinates now, move out immediately!” As Lecter and his men sped towards the warehouse, he felt nothing but anger and fear. He couldn’t lose Anna and Mia, especially not to Bruce. Not like this, at least.- - - Bruce was in full panic mode now. He knew it was only a matter of time before Lecter arrived. He looked at Anna and Mia, who were watching him in silence. “What are we going to do?” Cecil ask
Chapter 190
Lecter sat in his upper minimalist office that gave him the best view in the city. The large window that went roof to floor made him feel like he had the entire world at his feet, and currently, that was how he felt. He had just closed a multi million dollar deal and was ready to call it a day when his phone rang. The caller ID showed a number that looked familiar, but he hadn't seen in a while. His brows furrowed as he picked up. “Lecter here.” He said, his voice cold. “Hello, old friend.” Came the reply, cold as ice. Lecter's heart skipped a beat. It was Bruce. “What do you want, Bruce?” Lecter asked Cooley. “Straight to the point as always. See, I have something— or rather, someone that belongs to you.” Bruce said, a sinister chuckle following his words. “Two someones, actually.” He laughed like a maniac. Lecter’s grip on the phone tightened. “What are you talking about?” “You might know Anna and Mia.” Bruce said casually, as if he was just discussing the weather.
Chapter 189
Raj's hands trembled as he dialed Anna's number. He had been trying to reach Mia for hours, but her phone went straight to voicemail. He was getting worried."Anna, it's Raj. I need your help," he said, trying to keep his voice calm.Anna's concerned tone was immediate. "Raj, what's wrong?""It's Mia. She left the house a few hours ago to meet with Detective Bruce, but she's not responding to my calls or messages. I'm getting really worried."Anna's pause was brief. "I'll try to reach her. Can you tell me more about what happened?"Raj explained how Mia had been acting strange lately, and how she had received a mysterious message that had shaken her. He told Anna about Mia's decision to meet with Detective Bruce, hoping to uncover some answers."I should have gone with her," Raj said, regret creeping into his voice.Anna reassured him. "You did the right thing, Raj. Mia needed some space. But now, let's focus on finding her."Raj's anxiety grew as Anna went silent, presumably trying t
Chapter 188
"Who are you? What do you want? Get your fucking hands off me this instant!" Cecil continued to yell as the people who had taken him led him through a rather long corridor. There was a large cloth over his head but Cecil could definitely feep where he was."I demand you to release me this instant!" He yelled again but none of them said anything. Then they stopped, opened a door and stepped inside a room. They then dropped Cecil on the ground and walked away.Cecil breathed heavily while he tried to make sense of the darkness around him. He heard footsteps approaching him and braced himself."You will regret ever abducting me! I will destroy you!" Cecil snapped. Then the cloth was taken off his head and Bruce's face came into view."You will do yourself a great favor by stopping to make threats. We both know they don't serve you," he said to Cecil who watched him slowly."Detective Bruce? What happened to you?" He asked Bruce who walked to a wooden chair and sat down."I'm not a dete
Chapter 187
Cecil drove back home, feeling very satisfied after humiliating the sex worker. He couldn't believe that all what he needed to feel so good was to humiliate someone else, this shifting his position as the humiliated. He drove back to his mansion, the night calling with it's dark embrace. As soon as Cecil parked his car, he stepped down and then looked at his men."Did I have any visitors?" He asked them."Not at all sir. It's been quiet since you left," they replied to him. Cecil grunted and walked into his house grumbling. As he walked, he remembered Lecter and the terrible blow that he'd been dealt. How was it that he hadn't been able to take Lecter out? It didn't make sense to Cecil, and he just found the entire thing very weird. But he proceeded to just go inside.He went into the room where he was keeping Sophia locked up. As soon as he opened the door, Sophia whimpered in fear."Why are you still awake?" He asked her with anger in his voice."Thinking about how to kill you," s
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Cecil fumed in his house while he waited for his men to return. He had sent them on a very important mission, one that could possibly turn the tides of the entire drag of power. When Cecil heard that they were back, he quickly rushed down to meet with them. However, the men had a gloomy look on their faces."What is it? What happened?" Cecil asked them. The men exchanged glances before one of them spoke up "Sorry boss, but the house was empty," he said to Cecil."Empty? What do you mean empty? Lecter's mansion is never empty. It's always filled with people and we know this!" He said to the man."Yes boss. However, not this time. The mansion was empty. There was no one there. Not even a dog. It was as if they vacated the place," the man replied.Cecil was in shock. There was no way Lecter could have predicted accurately what he wanted to do, right? Or did he have a spy in his house? Someone reporting his works to Lecter?"What did you do about the house?" He asked the man. "We burn
