John chuckled, shaking his head."Who told you I am jealous." He rolled his eyes.John's face flattered and he rolled his eyes."Your face tells it all.""She just wanted to make sure I keep you safe, General. Nothing to be jealous about."Sullivan's expression softened, and he nodded. "She's always looking out for everyone. Let's go."They boarded the helicopter, the sound of the rotors growing louder as they prepared for takeoff. John glanced back one last time at the mansion, his thoughts lingering on Erica his darling wife.****Back at the mansion, Erica couldn't shake her worry. She paced the living room, her mind racing with thoughts of Sullivan and the danger he was walking into.He wanted to be there for him but she was going to be a barrier.Finally, she decided to check on Evelyn.John said she was sick and she hadn't stepped out of her room since morning.She knocked on Evelyn's door, waiting for a response."Come in," came the faint reply.Erica entered, finding Evelyn
Erica frowned, trying to recall the path they had taken. "I think it was... this way?" She pointed toward a narrow trail that seemed familiar.They started walking, but after a few minutes, Erica stopped, her confidence wavering. "I'm not sure this is the right way.""What are you being serious about, we have been walking through this path for some minutes." Evelyn's eyes shot wide open."That's even if it's not up to an hour." She remarked."Oh, why I'm sorry." Erica snapped "But the last time I remembered I was not the only one who took the route that led is here.""Since you are so smart and you want to ruin your mouth. How about you tell us where to go next.""Don't even try to put this on me," Evelyn warned she said, averting Erica's gaze because she was also guilty."Don't try to put this on me," Evelyn warned, averting Erica's gaze because she felt equally guilty for not paying attention. "I'm not putting this on you. I'm just saying we need to work together to figure this ou
"What do you mean she's nowhere to be found." Sullivan groaned. John raised a brow watching the general. He wondered what could be happening that could make him so worried. Sullivan's eyes dilated as he turned to John hurriedly. "Are you certain you checked the house?" Sullivan asked."We did and she's not in her room or anywhere in the House. " The voice said."Although we found traces of fresh traces leaving the house and it seems like it was more than one person."Sullivan ran his hand over his head.Instantly regretting his decision to leave the house with his wife.His mind suddenly flashed to Evelyn Kai and his eyes darkened in rage.Given her past betrayal, it could be that she had kidnapped his wife.He clenched his fist wondering what kind of fool he was forever trusting her.Sullivan clenched his jaw, trying to keep his voice steady but he could feel the panic that was rising with him.John who could hear the conversation just waited for the general to finish speaking t
Erica and Evelyn trudged through the dense forest, their footsteps growing heavier with each passing hour. "When are we going to stop I'm already so fucking tired," Evelyn muttered as she held me to one of the trees for support."We have to keep moving before it goes dark," Erica said with a serious tone."If you are okay spending the night in the forest then it is fine by me," Erica remarked rolling her eyes."Not," Evelyn said quickly pushing herself away from the tree and filling Erica closely.The sun hung low in the sky, casting long shadows that made the forest seem even more unfamiliar."I swear we've passed that tree before," Erica said, pointing to a large oak with a distinctive knot in its trunk."You are probably seeing things because you are tired and have been walking for hours," Erica said bluffing Evelyn off."No, it's not that," Evelyn said looking closely at the tree."I think it's the same one I was leaning upon a few hours ago."Evelyn sighed in frustration. "Are y
"Think someone or something is outside," Erica said hurriedly.Her hands were shaking as she reached to grab the touch."Quick down." Evelyn hushed."We don't know what's out there." She said firmly."Hide behind me just in case it's something dangerous. I can't risk you getting hurt or else the dragon general will hunt me to death." She whispered.Erica held onto Evelyn as the two of them planted softly in fear.Suddenly it was as if the sound faded o to the woods."Do you think it was some wild animal," Erica whispered."Shh." She hushed her up."Keep your voice down."They settled into their sleeping bags, trying to get comfortable despite the uncertainty hanging over them. Erica stared at the ceiling of the tent, her mind racing with thoughts of how they could have avoided this situation.I'm sorry," she said softly, turning to look at Evelyn. "I should have been more careful.""It's not all on you. I should have paid more attention too. We'll figure this out together." Evelyn sh
Evelyn's heart was pounding because she felt something was typically off about the woman but she had to remain silent beside Erica and didn't seem too bothered.She blinked back at her confusion.She was probably too worked up because they had been in the woods eating only fruit and no warm bath.Erica didn't waste time explaining their situation, from getting lost in the forest to their night in the tent.Evelyn wanted to shun her from speaking too much but Erica was already engrossed in her discussion with the Martha."So this place you live in, there are people there right?" Martha asked."Yes they are but we just need to find our way back to them," Erica said.Martha listened attentively, nodding as she spoke. "Sounds like you've had quite the adventure. You're lucky you found this place. The forest can be unforgiving, especially for those unfamiliar with its paths.""Then how come you are still here " Evelyn asked, not even trying to hide her suspicion.Erica nudged at her arm b
"My dear then you should rest because it's still a long Walk from here to your home," Martha said.Evelyn didn't want them to stay longer because she felt the woman was creepy but she agreed with a nod. "Come on dear lean on me," Martha said trying to go close to Erica but Evelyn brushed her off quickly. "I'll take care of her, you have already done enough for us."Evelyn took Erica back to the coach so she could rest and Martha went over to get some water."Thank you." She said and helped Erica sit up so she could drink from the cup."You should have some too," Martha said passing a cup to her."I'm fine," Evelyn said and suddenly her hands brushed over to the woman's nails and she wrinkled her eyes.For a woman, they were kind of long.She shook her head not to worry too much about it."Please do you have a room where I can lie down ?" Erica said panting softly."Of course, I do, follow me," Martha said. "Hello me up," Erica said in a low tone.With one pull she helped Erica up
"But General what about the plan we were to execute concerning the South?" John asked.Sullivan who was already almost at the door paused with his mind racing with what decision he was going to take. The reason for coming here wasn't just to help people but also to establish his stronghold in the south and dismantle the five great families' control in this region. No matter how he painted it everything was still bored down to revenge. He was stuck at the junction between his responsibilities and his wife. "Whatever plans we made can wait," He said with a frown. He didn't have to weigh his options before bye knew his wife needed him and he had to be there for her. "Are you sure because if we leave now the five great families will be heavily guarded and will want to fortify their stronghold," John advised. "So what will you have me do." Sullivan roared, plunging his fist to the wall. John immediately regretted his decision to say anything in the first place when he saw the gener