Kyrian stepped out of the hotel, feeling the warm sunlight on his face. He took a moment to get his bearings, and then he headed in the direction of the city centre. As he walked, he took in the sights and sounds of the city. The streets were crowded, and people were bustling about, going about their daily lives. Kyrian felt a sense of wonder, knowing that he was in a place he had never been before.He wandered around the city for a while, trying to get a sense of the layout. He found a map of the city and studied it, memorizing the names of the streetsAs Kyrian studied the map, he tried to figure out where his father might be. He knew he had to start somewhere, so he decided to visit the city archives. He thought that if he could find any records of his father, it might lead him in the right direction. So he headed to the archives, walking through the busy streets and taking in the sights and sounds around him.When he arrived at the archives, he walked up to the front desk and expl
Epic 109"Do you live alone?" Kyrian asked. "Or do you have a family?"The man looked down at his feet, and then he looked back up at Kyrian. "I used to have a wife and a son," he said. "But they died many years ago. I've been alone ever since."Kyrian's heart went out to the man. He could see the pain in his eyes, and he knew what it was like to lose someone you loved. "I'm so sorry," he said. "That must have been hard." Kyrian looked at the man, and he said, "Please come with me to the city. I need your help to find out the truth about my mother. I know you don't know me, but I promise you I'm not a bad person. I'm just trying to find the answers I've been looking for."The man hesitated, and then he nodded. "I'll come with you," he said. "I want to help you in any way I can."Kyrian smiled, feeling a sense of relief. He had someone on his side, someone who was willing to help him. "Thanks Kyrian asked about the MK Group, and he noticed a change in the man's demeanour. The man's fa
Epic 110Kyrian's question seemed to unsettle the man, who shifted in his seat and cast nervous glances around the car. Finally, he leaned in closer, his voice low. "Yes, I know Inspector John. But he's not the man you think he is."Kyrian's heart skipped a beat as the man's words sunk in. "What do you mean? He's been helping me find my mother's killers," he whispered, feeling as though the pieces of the puzzle were shifting before his eyes.The man sighed. "The MK Group is more cunning than you could ever imagine. The man's face contorted with a mix of dread and resignation. "John's involvement is deeper than you realize," he said, his voice quavering with emotion. "He's been working with the MK Group for years. That's why he was assigned to your mother's case, to cover up any leads that might expose their involvement."Kyrian's mind reeled, struggling to process this new revelation. "He was working with them? All this time, I thought he was on my side..."Kyrian will come with the r
Epic 111"I can't go with you," the man said, his voice firm. "I have my work to do. You're on your own from here."Kyrian's jaw clenched in frustration, but he knew there was no point in arguing. He turned to Fredrick, giving him one last, warning glare. "If I find out you're holding out on us, you'll regret it."Fredrick's face turned a sickly shade of pale as he closed the door behind them, his shaking hands fumbling with the deadbolt.Kyrian and the man left the seedy alleyway, stepping out onto the busy streets of the city. The bustle of people and traffic seemed to mock their efforts as if the MK Group's reach extended to every corner of the world."I don't know if this is enough," Kyrian said, his voice tight with frustration. "We need to figure out what Project Omega is. And we need to find the leader before he slips away again.""I know," the man said, placing a hand on Kyrian's shoulder. "We'll need to move fast. "I wish I knew where they were," the man replied, his voice f
Epic 112Kyrian's excitement was palpable as he led his father into the café, gesturing towards Timi and Bola. "Dad, I want you to meet my family, Timi and Bola. They're the family I've found in this crazy world."His father extended a hand in greeting, his expression a mixture of curiosity and relief. "It's a pleasure to meet you both. Kyrian has spoken very highly of you."Timi smiled and shook the older man's hand. "The pleasure's ours, sir. Kyrian's told us so much about you, too.".Kyrian's father looked at Timi and Bola with a sense of pride and warmth in his eyes. "I'm honoured to meet you both," he said. "Kyrian has told me so much about you, and I can already see why he considers you family. Family is not just about blood, but about the people who stand by you through thick and thin."Timi beamed at Kyrian's father, his smile widening as he responded, "Thank you, sir. Kyrian is like a brother to us, and we're so glad that we can be here for him, just like you.""I couldn't be
Epic 113Within minutes, police sirens wailed in the distance, racing towards Kyrian's house. The group huddled inside, tense and alert, waiting for the reinforcements to arrive.Kyrian held Jasmine close, his arms around her like a shield. "We're not going to let anyone hurt you, Jasmine. You're safe with us," he reassured her, his voice steady and strong.Bola and Timi positioned themselves near the windows, their eyes scanning the surrounding area. "Looks like they've got this street locked down," Bola said, his gaze sharp and vigilant. As the police sirens grew louder, Jasmine's breathing became more erratic. Kyrian stroked her hair, his touch gentle and comforting. "Jasmine, look at me. You're safe. They won't get to you. I promise," he said, his voice low and reassuring.Jasmine closed her eyes, her body slowly relaxing into his embrace. "I'm sorry, Kyrian. I'm so scared," she whispered, her voice ragged with emotion.Kyrian cupped her cheek, his gaze soft and tender. "There's n
Epic 114.Kyrian's head swam, the world around him blurring into a dizzying, surreal haze. His father...shot? The only thought in his mind was to get to the hospital, to see his father, to find out what had happened.He whirled around, his eyes meeting Jasmine's. "We need to go," he said, his voice urgent and panicked. "My father...he's been shot."Jasmine nodded, her face pale with shock. "I'll get the car," she said, already moving towards the door. Kyrian and Jasmine raced out the door, the urgency of the moment driving them onward. Jasmine slid behind the wheel, her hands gripping the steering wheel with white-knuckled intensity.Kyrian watched the scenery race by, his mind racing even faster. "Call Bola," he said, his voice tight with tension. "We need to know what's going on. Where did they hit them? How did it happen?"Jasmine fumbled with her phone, trying to dial Bola's number as she swerved around a corner. Finally, the call connected."Mr Bola, what happened?" Kyrian demand
Epic 115As the mysterious figure stepped closer, the cameras captured a glint of metal. It was a gun.Kyrian and Jasmine exchanged a look of alarm. This was it. The moment they'd been waiting for.Kyrian's hand hovered over the keyboard, his finger poised to press the button that would alert the police. But then he stopped a thought dawning on him."What if we don't call the police?" he said slowly, his eyes never leaving the screen. "What if we use this as an opportunity to find out who he's working with?" Jasmine's eyes widened, the wheels in her mind turning at lightning speed. "We'd need a plan," she said, her voice low and steady. "A way to get close to them without arousing suspicion."Kyrian nodded, his mind racing with possibilities. "We could pose as recruits," he said. "Mercenaries, maybe. That would get us into the warehouse, and it would give us a chance to gather intel on their operation."Jasmine nodded, her expression thoughtful. "We'd need to change our appearances, t
Epic 131As they walked back through the forest, the darkness of the night setting in around them, Jasmine turned to Kyrian and asked softly, "What was your father like?"Kyrian smiled, the memories of his father filling his heart with warmth. "He was everything I could ever hope to be," he said, his voice filled with pride. "He was strong but gentle. He was brave, but kind. He was my hero, my mentor, my best friend."Jasmine nodded, her eyes shining with love and understanding. As they walked through the snow-covered forest, Kyrian turned to Jasmine and said with a mischievous grin, "You know, I think King would love the beach. Maybe we could take him there for his first birthday. We could build sandcastles, swim in the sea, and watch the sunset over the ocean."Jasmine laughed, her eyes sparkling with excitement. "That sounds perfect," she said, her voice filled with joy. "And we can take a family photo on the beach, with King laughing and playing in the sand. The days and weeks pas
Epic 130As Kyrian shared the news with his friends and family, his heart swelled with joy and gratitude. He knew that they had been there for him and Jasmine throughout their journey, and he wanted them to be a part of this momentous occasion.Timi, who had always been like a brother to Kyrian, let out a whoop of joy when he heard the news. "Finally, I'm an uncle!" he exclaimed, his voice brimming with excitement. "You have to bring little King to the dojo when he's old enough. We'll teach him everything we know. Mr. Bola's response was more measured, but no less sincere. "This is truly wonderful news, Kyrian," he said, his voice filled with pride. "You and Jasmine have been through so much together. It's so good to see you both finally achieving this moment of happiness. I can't wait to meet the little one."As Kyrian spoke with his loved ones, he felt his world expanding, his heart growing larger with every moment.“You know you are the next in line Timi”. My Bola whispered as the
Epic 129As Kyrian and Jasmine thanked Jasmine's father, a sense of relief washed over them, the weight of uncertainty lifted from their shoulders. They rose from the table, their hands still entwined, their hearts filled with joy and anticipation.Outside, the sun was beginning to set, painting the sky with streaks of gold and pink. Kyrian turned to Jasmine, his eyes alight with love. "I have one more thing to ask you, Jasmine," he said, his voice gentle but serious. "Will you marry me?"Jasmine's eyes filled with tears, her heart swelling with happiness and love. "Yes," she whispered, her voice barely audible over the chirping of the birds and the rustle of the leaves. "Yes, I will marry you."Kyrian pulled her into his arms, his lips meeting hers in a kiss that held all the promise of their future. As the sun sank lower in the sky, the two of them stood there, surrounded by the beauty of the world, a world that, at that moment, seemed full of hope and possibility. As the weeks pas
Epic 128Kyrian stared at the metal bars that separated them, the gulf between them so much more than physical. For a long moment, he said nothing, his thoughts racing.Finally, he spoke. "Why?" he asked, the word escaping his lips like a breath of air. "Why did you do it? Why did you betray me? Why did you become what you were?"Ken remained silent, his eyes unreadable, his expression impassive. Then, he spoke, his voice low and resigned. "I have made my choices, Kyrian," he said. "Choices that I cannot undo, choices that have led me here," Ken continued, his voice growing softer, more reflective. "But I want you to know, Kyrian, that I am not without regret. I have done many things in my life, some of them good, some of them bad. But I am not beyond redemption."Kyrian stared at Ken, his heart aching with the weight of the moment. "Then why?" he asked again, his voice shaking slightly. "Why did you turn away from me? Why did you turn away from everything we believed in?" Ken's gaze
Epic 127Kyrian was taken aback by the call, the hairs on the back of his neck standing on end. "That was Ken," he said, his voice low and tight. "He knows about our plan."Jasmine and Timi's faces paled, the shock of the moment sinking in."How is that possible?" Jasmine asked, her voice trembling slightly. "We haven't told anyone."Kyrian's mind raced, piecing together the fragments of information they had gathered. "He must have someone on the inside," he said, his eyes hardening with determination. "We'll continue to pretend like we're giving up," Jasmine continued, her mind already whirling with ideas. "We'll feed him misinformation, make him think he's winning. But in the meantime, we'll be searching for the leak."Kyrian nodded a fierce determination in his eyes. "We need to be extra careful," he said, his voice grave. "If Ken finds out we're on to him, he'll disappear into thin air, and we'll never get justice for your father. Timi shifted uncomfortably, his mind racing with
Epic 126"Listen," Timi said, breaking the silence, his voice tentative but hopeful. "This has been such a wonderful night. Can't we make it last just a little bit longer?"Jasmine and Kyrian exchanged a glance, their expressions uncertain.Inspector Bami smiled, his eyes sparkling with mischief. "I suppose one more night won't hurt," he said, his voice playful. "I have a couple of spare beds. You're welcome to stay."Timi grinned, relief and excitement filling his face. Kyrian and Jasmine couldn't help but laugh at Timi's eagerness, and the group made their way to the spare rooms, preparing for a night of restful sleep.But as the lights went out and the quiet of the night settled in, Jasmine found herself tossing and turning, unable to shake the unease that had settled in her mind.She couldn't shake the feeling that they were all still in danger, that Ken's threat was still very real and very present. Kyrian, sensing Jasmine's unease, gently reached out and took her hand, his touch
Epic 125For a moment, the three of them sat there in silence, allowing the words to sink in.Outside, the city was asleep, the streets quiet and still, but inside the bar, their world felt alive with possibility and peace.Timi took a sip of his drink, the silence comfortable and warm between them. "I think you're right," he said, his voice filled with sincerity.Jasmine reached for Kyrian's hand, her expression filled with warmth and compassion. The night stretched on, the three of them lingering in the bar as the hours passed.As they sat there, talking and laughing, a sense of gratitude filled the air. They were grateful for each other, for the friendship and support they had found in one another.They were grateful for the moments of joy and laughter, for the tiny miracles of everyday life.And they were grateful for the strength they had found within themselves, for the courage and resilience that had carried them through the darkness and into the light. As the sun began to rise
Epic 124Kyrian nodded, his expression solemn and resolved. "Thank you," he said, his voice heavy with gratitude. "I know this isn't easy for either of you, but I appreciate your understanding."I just need a few more days. If Ken doesn't surrender himself by then, you have my word that I won't stop you from bringing him in."Timi nodded, his expression grim. "Just promise us one thing," he said, his voice filled with concern. "Don't take any unnecessary risks. You've been through enough already."Kyrian nodded, a small smile tugging at the corners of his mouth. "I promise," he said, his voice filled with a newfound sense of resolve."Now, if you don't mind, I need to get some fresh air," he said, his eyes flicking towards the door. "I think I could use a walk to clear my head."Timi and Jasmine exchanged a look, a smile passing between them."We'll be here when you get back," Timi said, his voice filled with warmth. Kyrian stepped out into the warm sunshine, the breeze blowing gently
Epic 123Kyrian's brow furrowed, his mind racing as he considered Ken's words. "You're trying to shift the blame away from yourself," he said, his voice low and intense. "You want me to believe that someone else is responsible for all of this chaos and destruction."Ken's expression remained unreadable, his eyes fixed on Kyrian. "I am only telling you what I know," he said, his voice calm and even. "I am not the only person in this world who is capable of causing harm."Kyrian's expression hardened, his voice filled with determination. Kyrian's words dripped with bitterness and sarcasm as he glared at Ken. "As it stands now, you're the only one who seems capable of causing harm in this world," he spat. "You've done nothing but bring pain and destruction to the people around you."Ken's expression grew colder, his eyes dark and unfeeling. "And what would you have me do?" he demanded. "What would you have me say to make you believe that I am not the monster you think I am?"Kyrian shook