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Rise of the Paragon Villain

In a world of forgotten memories and lethal secrets, Anastasia Moreau fights for survival. Awakening in a sinister laboratory with no recollection of her past, she escapes, only to be taken under the wing of a notorious killer who molds her into an assassin. Her goal: ascend the ranks within the elusive assassin organization known as RACQI, all while unraveling the secrets of her own lost memories. But Anastasia carries a crippling burden—PTSD that renders her incapable of taking a life. Her flaw threatens to shatter her dream until a final chance arises: an assignment to eliminate Valerian Vincenzo Vanguardia, the prime minister's formidable son. A task laced with complications, for Valerian possesses otherworldly abilities and a personality that clashes with everything Anastasia stands for. When a series of gruesome murders entangles them with Ambrose Riese, the youngest scion of the powerful Spes Lawfirm, the trio forms an uneasy alliance to confront a rising tide of chaos. In their struggle against deadly foes, including bloodthirsty zombies and alien creatures, Ana and Valerian's animosity transforms into an unexpected connection, sparking a slow-burning attraction that defies the odds. As darkness threatens to consume them, they must navigate treacherous paths, facing inner demons and forging unlikely alliances. The lines blur between heroes and villains as they battle not only external threats but also the shadows within themselves. Ana's journey becomes a thrilling odyssey of redemption, truth, and justice, leading her to question whether she can triumph over her past or risk becoming something far more sinister. The fate of a fractured world hangs in the balance, and Ana's choices will determine whether she rises as a hero or succumbs to the darkness. Prepare for a saga where alliances shift, allegiances blur, and the past casts a haunting shadow on an uncertain future.

faye_ri · Sci-fi
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153 Chs

Chapter 56: The Prophecy

•Nexus City, 5th Ward•

Valerian

Valerian struggled to hide his laughter. He didn't expect Ana to react that way. No matter how fast she was, there was no way for Ana to dodge the bullet, so Valerian thought it would be logical to take the bullet for him instead since his wounds would heal anyway. 

Besides, Ana was crucial to find a cure for the virus so her safety should be the number one priority. She was indispensable, unlike Valerian. Valerian grew up thinking he was just another one of his father's pawns—replaceable. Somehow, seeing someone end up in tears because he was hurt made his heart beat faster.

Valerian fought to shove the peculiar feeling aside and ran his hand through his blood-stained shirt. He could feel Ana's stare bore holes into him. Valerian couldn't resist the urge to continue needling her, his voice laced with playful mockery. A smile tugged at his lips as he looked up and caught her eyes. "You're staring too much again, sunshine."