Chapter 135: Treaty

In the early morning light, the island's coastline was bathed in a gentle glow, the waves lapping against the sandy shores like a lullaby. Gibson, now living under the alias of John, had settled into his life as a humble café worker on this remote island, far from the corporate world he had once ruled. He'd come to appreciate the simplicity of his new existence, finding solace in the rhythm of the ocean and the daily tasks of island life.

One sunny morning, as John was on his way to work, a chance encounter changed the course of his quiet life. He walked along a narrow coastal road, lined with swaying palms, carrying a tray of freshly baked pastries for the café. The scent of buttery croissants and rich coffee filled the air.

As he rounded a bend in the road, he spotted her—a young woman with sun-kissed hair, standing by a broken-down vintage Volkswagen Beetle. She seemed lost in her own world, peering under the car's hood with a furrowed brow. Her delicate features and disheveled cha
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