chapter 07 : The Game of Shadows

What an absolute chaos! The curtain was lifted, revealing a stark truth about the past of Georgia and Al Arabi, who were part of that sick game that first appeared in 1962 with that bloody and crazy method, especially in the German city of Leverkusen, led by Abraham Bloch, who is considered the spiritual father of researchers and the best ever. What happened to him? And how did he end? This matter doesn't concern you currently, but maybe in the future, I can tell you his story if you like this game that will make you hate hide and seek because Georgia is no less important and dangerous than Abraham Bloch.

Georgia possessed astonishing abilities in the game of hide and seek. She knew how to make her opponents feel terror and fear. She played in a bloody and sadistic manner, causing everyone to avoid facing her. Once, she managed to find her opponent in less than a minute and tortured him in an unimaginable way. Georgia embodied evil in all its details and did not hesitate to use any means to win the game.

The morning

8:00 am

Jack walked towards the door exit to head to the front yard, while Sarah romantically held his hand and talked about a physical love relationship, noting how rarely they find true love among them. Christina and James followed behind them, speaking in low voices without causing noise or raising suspicions.

They all went out to the front yard and waited for the others and Georgia to arrive. They were discussing plans on how to defeat Georgia and hide from her.

Sarah:

"We need to find a way to stop Georgia. She's always one step ahead of us.

"Jack:

"I agree. Maybe we can hide in the old house by the garden. She won't look there.

"Christina:

"But what about our plan to attack? We need something to distract her.

James:

"I can set up a small trap in the hallway. It will stop her for a while.

"Sarah:

"So, we need a tight plan. There's no room for mistakes this time."

The room of Al arabi and Serena

Serena was sleeping like an infant, covered with a light blanket, lying on her right side facing the bed where the Arab was sitting. He gazed at her with a wide, radiant smile, like the sunlight warming the room. Then he spoke softly and gently to not wake her

You resemble Kiki a lot and act like her. It's as if she never left. My little one, I love you.

"Then he got up and walked towards the room exit, staying near the doorway, and lit a cigarette. He smoked gently, showing he was addicted but elegant in his smoking.

At that moment, Serena opened her eyes and smiled broadly as if she had heard him and wasn't actually sleeping. She pretended to have just woken up and leaned against the wall, looking at him with a posture that revealed his genuine Arab character.

Serena:

"Good morning.

"The Arab:

"Good morning, how did you sleep?

"Serena:

"I slept well. I was thinking about you before I fell asleep.

"The Arab:

"Really? And what were you thinking?

"Serena:

"I was thinking about how much I love you. I didn't dare to say it before, but now I admit it. I love you.

"The Arab shows his affection and love for her but doesn't say it directly.

The Arab:

"You mean a lot to me, and I'm happy you're here with me. By the way, I brought you a gift.

"Serena, happy and surprised:

"A gift?! What did you get me?"

He threw away the cigarette, then turned towards her and took out a beautiful gold necklace from his pocket. It shone brightly, and if you looked at it, you'd find it very expensive. Then he approached her.

Serena jumped from the bed towards him in indescribable joy, then stood in front of him, appearing like a little dwarf. He placed the necklace around her neck without taking their eyes off each other.

Serena:

"It's so beautiful. Thank you so much.

"The Arab:

"You deserve everything beautiful in the world.

"Serena:

I can't believe how lucky I am to have you in my life.

"The Arab:

"Me too. You're everything I need."

She hugged him tightly and warmly, saying:

"Thank you so much for the gift. I love it, and I love you.

She leaned in to kiss him, and he, too, seemed to weaken and fail to control himself, leaning in to kiss her.

Suddenly, Georgia walked in on them, laughing, saying:

"If I don't kill you, I will take care of your marriage and pay everything.

"The confrontation began. There was hatred and past grudges between the Arab and Georgia, envy and jealousy between Serena and Georgia, and love and passion between the Arab and Serena.

The Arab:

"Georgia, I didn't expect you to be this rude.

Georgia:

"Why are you surprised? This is my nature, and you know it well.

"Serena:

"Stay away from us, Georgia. There's no place for you here.

Georgia:

"Oh, dear, you have no idea what I can do.

"The Arab:

"If you want a fight, come on. I won't let you hurt Serena.

"Georgia:

"We'll see who comes out victorious."

Serena:

"I won't let you take this love from us. I'll protect it at any cost."

The Arab:

"Together, we'll face everything."

Georgia:

"I have a game to play. I'll see you later.

Then she looked sharply at the Arab, saying:

"Fear Allah, you are a Muslim. Remember, you have no right to touch her.

The Arab:

"Oh, you're right. I forgot myself.

"Serena, scared:

"Please don't leave me.

"Georgia, mockingly:

I told you, you don't know who you're messing with. I can break you apart. If I can't have him, neither will you.

"Serena, angry:

"You're despicable! You won't break us apart!

The Arab walked out of the room after remembering he went against Allah.

Serena tried to stop him from leaving:

"Don't go, we'll find a solution. Let's go to the kitchen and talk about it over a cup of coffee."