Chapter 30: Veil of Deception

In a whirlwind of mere hours, Mr. Felix, Alex, and Lucian touched down in country GED, flanked by their unwavering team, ready for any twists of fate.

"Miss hero..." Lucian began, and Anastasia, assertive in her identity, swiftly interjected, "Don't call me that; my name is Anastasia."

"I don't mind... you can keep this gun," Lucian offered, a wry smile gracing his lips. Meanwhile, John, the mastermind of their operations, was immersed in his preparations. Lucian, alert and poised for action, inquired, "John, what are you trying to do?"

"Trying to track the CCTV cameras in the area," John responded, his movements precise, gun ready for any eventuality. "All the men are ready," he announced, prompting a query, "Where's Mr. Felix?"

"He's on a call," Lucian informed, but John, acutely aware of the stakes, interjected swiftly, "Nobody should make any calls; we might get tracked." Lucian acted swiftly, halting Mr. Felix. "Don't make any calls for now, Dad," he insisted.

"Yeah, I'm on it. Done. I've tracked them; they're heading north," John reported, a glint of anticipation in Mr. Alex's eyes—finally, the long-awaited meeting with his beloved. The suspense heightened; everyone readied their weapons and proceeded to exit the building, moving towards the waiting cars, laden with men awaiting their commands.

"Get ready, men," Mr. Felix urged, rushing to join them, flanked by Mr. Alex, Lucian, Anastasia, and John. Suddenly, the piercing resonance of gunshots shattered the tranquility. One of their men fell, triggering an immediate response—they all sought cover, guns at the ready. Anastasia, displaying her mettle, swiftly drew her weapon, firing at the assailant lurking just a perilous distance away.