Alex’s POV
The sun was beginning to set, casting an orange hue over the treetops as we moved through the dense forest. The sounds of distant birds and the crunch of leaves underfoot were the only reminders that we were still alive. The narrow escape from Monalisa’s men had only sharpened our focus, and now we had to push harder than ever.
Isabella walked beside me, her silence a stark contrast to the fear I could still see in her eyes. Derek kept a tight grip on his weapon, ever-vigilant. Oracle led the way, her steps purposeful as she glanced back occasionally to make sure we were still in line.
“I can’t believe she found us so quickly,” Derek murmured under his breath.
“Monalisa always finds a way,” Oracle replied, her tone matter-of-fact. “We can’t afford to underestimate her.”
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