Previously in Chapter 12, Alex was abducted by the reptilians but managed to escape and join “The Resistance.” He discovered Mr. Z as the Captain of the resistance and Avery as the second in command.
Rig, Mia, and Alex were assigned a mission to rescue hostages from the Demons of Avalon. After their successful evacuation, Avery received a new mission from Mr. Z to retrieve a parcel from the Pleiadians’ secret base.
Along the way, they encountered reptilian carnage and fought alongside the Pleiades. While at a bar, Alex spotted Anna again, after spying and capturing her, after being trapped by Anna Alex was rescued by Anthony. And a managed to capture Anna,
❖ ℕow in ℂhapter 13 ❖
Wednesday 1 AM, Somewhere, Under the full moon, in an unknown underground alien base
Regis sat on a grand seat in a regal chamber, surrounded by rows of seats occupied by advisers. His face was etched with anger as he addressed the council:
“How is it possible that a redundant, sleazy little organization will wipe its hands on our most important vanguard while we are left to watch?” Regis’ voice dripped with fury.
An advisor timidly stood up and asked, “Prince Regis! When and how did it happen? We just heard the news. Who could have the audacity to lay their hands on such an important member of our council, especially when she is your daughter?”
Regis seethed with rage and replied, “This is the work of the same nefarious organization that has been harassing us for years. We have been dealing with them for far too long.”
Another councilor interjected, “But sir, twenty years ago, many of their members were killed in a fierce battle. Their resistance was crushed.”
Regis’ worried voice filled the room, “For the past four to five years, there have been reports of a new uprising by the unknown fighters. They call themselves ‘The Resistance.’ Before we sent Anna, we tasked her with infiltrating The Resistance and uncovering their leader. We even dispatched fifteen soldiers to assist her.”
Regis turned to another councilor and demanded, “Tell us more from the report.”
The councilor stood up and spoke, “Dear Prince, according to reports, Princess Anna was last seen in a coffee shop where she was accompanied by one of our pawns. Our surveillance team hacked into the apartment’s video footage and discovered that a man sneaked into her room.
After half an hour, he fled from the apartment while Princess Anna left with him. Since then, both of them have disappeared. Our team is diligently searching nearby hotels and reviewing surveillance footage to find any leads.”
Regis stood up, his anger palpable. “Enough! Instruct them to recover my daughter immediately if they value their lives.”
Fortunately, Alex was disguised and managed to evade the reptilian search team, unaware that he was the escaped hostage they were seeking. Prince Regis was determined to find Anna as soon as possible, dispatching his henchmen throughout the city in a frantic search for his daughter.
Meanwhile, at the resistance base, Alex and the other soldiers were oblivious to the fact that they had unwittingly captured a golden canary.. the daughter of the reptilian prince himself. They were aware of the vigilance of the reptilian race but remained unaware of the significance of their captive.
Anna and Shaheen were confined in an underground base alongside three other prisoners. Mia informed Rig that Mr. Z had safely received the artifact.
Rig sighed deeply and replied, “It was a fierce battle at Mount Vera. We encountered Pleiadians and outsmarted the reptilian horde. Avery was injured, but we still managed to complete the mission.”
Mia cautioned him, her voice laced with concern. “Rig, you shouldn’t underestimate these supernatural beings. They are sinister and powerful life forms coexisting in our world.”
Rig’s voice swelled with pride as he responded, “Nah! That was all in the past when we were children, believing they were only fictional tales. Times have changed, and our fairy tales have become reality.
It’s crucial we learn to overcome our fears because we are no longer children. I want you to spread this message to everyone, we are not slaves to these supernatural beings, jinns, demons, or even gods.”
Mia agreed reluctantly, saying, “Alright, if that’s what you believe. We’re all meeting for a dinner party tonight at Kewaki Bar. See you there at 11.”
Rig’s excitement was evident as he asked, “Who’s coming?”
Mia replied, slightly puzzled, “What do you mean?”
Rig clarified, “I mean how many people and who specifically?”
Mia answered softly, “You, me, Avery, and three new recruits. Alex’s vacation was ruined, so we thought we’d cheer him up along with Izea. Oh, and Izea is pregnant with a child. She was one of the hostages from the Demons of Avalon’s underground base. Andy is a highly intelligent boy with the IQ of a brilliant scientist.”
Rig bid her farewell and said, “Alright then, see you at the bar. Take care!”
Meanwhile, Alex joined Anthony, Izea, and Andy in a conversation within their underground training room. Andy and Izea were likely the youngest recruits in the Resistance. Anthony shared his experiences with the new recruits, having ranked 20th in the organization.
“I have survived death many times,”Anthony began. “We are gathered here because we have spent our lives in unpleasant endeavors. Our war is not against ordinary people; it is against the angels of death—dangerous beings with supernatural abilities. In my previous life, I followed various religions and believed in many things. But everything changed when I discovered that these supernatural beings lived right next door.”
The three newcomers looked at Anthony with confused eyes, resembling children seeking answers.
Andy’s voice trembled with surprise and sadness as he said, “I never knew any of this. I was happy living in my own little world. Sometimes I wish I had never been born or that I possessed the power to save everyone’s life.” Tears streamed down his face as he cried like a child. Izea embraced Andy and comforted him while shedding her own tears. Alex also wiped away a tear, trying to conceal his emotions by burying his head on the table.
Anthony, the seasoned soldier, understood the trauma that had befallen these children, who had lost their freedom and hope. He remained calm, aware of the gravity of the situation.
Alex lifted his head and exclaimed, “Where did they come from? Who gave them so much power and authority? This world was meant for us humans. How could we have been so blind to fall into their traps?” Alex’s voice trembled with grief.
Anthony interjected calmly, “Enough! It is their time now, but our time will come too. I believe that people will wake up soon and realize that this is not just a war fought by an unknown group. It is the war of humanity, and we are all part of it. Izea and Andy are new here, still children, and you, Alex, are a proud veteran.”
Andy wiped away his tears with his hands and said, “I have a family—my mom, dad, and little brother. How am I supposed to handle this situation?”
Anthony reassured him, “We will take care of this matter. While we work on finding a solution, you must remain hidden.”
Andy replied in a subdued voice, “Yes, sir.”
Izea had remained silent until now. Alex gave her a compassionate smile and encouraged her to speak.
With her head bowed, Izea began sharing her story. “I used to work as a waitress in a bar in Avalon City. My parents abandoned me, and I worked nights to make ends meet. One day, a mysterious and handsome man came to the bar. We became friends and enjoyed each other’s company. He promised to take me to a party but instead knocked me unconscious during the journey. When I woke up, I found myself in a mysterious laboratory. He was a terrifying and inhuman creature—a demon in disguise.” Izea sighed deeply and closed her eyes, recalling the traumatic experience.
Anthony nodded understandingly and said, “We all have similar stories but with different circumstances. Our priority now is to make things right, not just for ourselves but for others as well.”
Suddenly, a cordless phone rang, and Anthony picked it up. After a brief conversation, he turned to the three and said, “Okay, they are coming.”
Putting down the phone, Anthony added, “Alex, Andy, and Izea, it’s time to go. Rig is waiting for you.”
The trio realized they had been invited to join Rig and Avery at the bar. Their faces lit up with joy as they shared their excitement. Izea mentioned that Avery had become a close friend during their time in captivity. Andy expressed his gratitude for this momentary respite from their ongoing struggle.
Rig waited in the car outside the base, ready to whisk them away to Kewaki Bar for a much-needed celebration.
Although this was a brief respite from their fight against the shadows that lurked in every corner of their world, the fate of Alex and his friends remained uncertain.
The battle for freedom was far from over, with an uncertain future for both The Resistance and humanity itself. Only time would reveal what awaited them next.