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Chapter 7 The Devil's Advocate

Word Count: 1335    |    Released on: 02/08/2024

it. Everyone looked at Marcus Chen as he gently reached into his pocket, a slight smile

opportunity. She pulled Lucas in, and they quickly made a plan together. Avery knocked Detective Harper's gun to the ground in one smooth move.

umbled as he struggl

is face light-hearted as the phone call ended. "Impressive," he said, staring directly at

onds, Avery and Lucas were surrounded and outgunned. Marcus grinned more broadly. "Try again now. We're going

hing but; it was filled with hidden threats, complex negotiations, and surprising revelations. Lucas and she had been allowed to leave, but it was clear they were being wa

ked across the quiet campus. When the tinted window rolled down, Lucas's estranged brother, Damien Sterli

oticed the luxurious interior and a faint bulge in Damien's j

yes, so similar to Lucas's, were fixed on her. Avery met his gaze firmly. "I also know yo

like that. I've been... compiling materials. The game is

mien inside to a grand apartment that radiated power and wealth. "Welcome to my modest abode," Damien s

nd cut to the chase. "Cut the smal

ything. Even if my brother hasn't seen it yet, I do. You are the link betwee

ning with choices and potential outcomes. "An

ed one to Avery. "I want to change the crime scene of this city and the

she considered his offer.

He thinks he can change the system from within. You and I, though, know

mpted by the chance to influence events rather than just react to them. B

. An unknown number flashed the message: "

ed. Lucas: how was he

her change in m

ut the study group. Remember, this i

ou need. Just remember, Avery, opportunities like thes

niversity buzzed with students heading to their morning classes, bli

or repairs. On high alert, she slipped inside and smelled the musty scent o

m sorry for the dishonesty, but I needed to talk with you alone," Elena said. "Things have changed everywhere. Damien St

hind her back. "And why should I believe you?

at's coming in full. Marcus, Vance, and the Sterlings are only parts of a

e two women braced for conflict. Lucas emerged from the shadows, loo

Because deep down, you both know that to

e air. Avery's mind raced to piece together the complex web of relationships and betrayals.

igy, the prodigal son. We're all gathered here among the dusty remains of the

aking quietly but fiercely. "Damien, where

"Little brother, I could ask you the same

ubt, Elena, with her urgent plea for alliance, and Damien, with his tempting path t

ip the balance of power and allegiance. But before she could speak, the building shook with a deafening explosion. Dust and debris filled the air as the world descended into chaos. In the turmoil

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