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Chapter 115: The Mysterious Visitor
Author: Corazon
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The next morning, London was still shrouded in a thin mist, making the city feel like a world from a dream. The sky was gray, not too bright but not entirely dark either. Outside Alex Hughes's window, the morning dew made everything appear softer and more blurred. Alex sat in the living room, reflecting on all the events that had unfolded since his release. His thoughts and emotions were in turmoil, and uncertainty still loomed over his heart.

As Alex sipped his morning coffee, the doorbell rang. Catherine, who was in the kitchen preparing breakfast, answered the door and saw a man in a black suit, looking neat and serious, standing outside. The man introduced himself as Benjamin and said he had an important message for Alex.

"Mr. Hughes," Benjamin said in a calm and official tone. "I’ve come on behalf of the person who helped secure your release. He would like you to accompany me for a private meeting."

Catherine, still looking anxious, turned towards Alex. Alex stood up and approach
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