Chapter 10

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Mia:I'm ready, Alex.I'm ready to face whatever comes our way.

Alex smiled, his eyes shining with pride as he looked in Mia's eyes.Alex learned over and kissed Mia deeply and passionately under the full moon and glittering stars in the night sky.

Alex:I know you are,Mia.And I'll be right there with you,every step of the way.

As they hugged, Mia felt a sense of peace wash over her.She knew that she wasn't alone, and that with Alex by her side, she could face anything.

But just as they were about to go to bed, a loud crash a echoed through the cottange, followed by a sound of shattering glass.

Mia's heart skipped a beat as she realized that they were under attack. Mia and Alex sprang into action rushing to the source of the noise. they found themselves in the kitchen, where They saw that the black door had been broken open.

Alex's eyes narrowed as his scanned the room.

Alex: Stay behind me, Mia.

Maybe a nodded, with her heart pounding in her chest.As they moved cautiously, they saw a figure lurking in the shadows.It was a tall, imposing man with piercing blue eyes.

Man:Ah, Alex.I see you're still protecting the human.

Alex's eyes flashed anger.

Alex: What do you want, Felix?

Felix smiled,his eyes glinting with malice.

Felix: I want the human, of course. Jasmine has promised me a huge reward if I bring her to her.

Mia's eyes widened in fear as Felix took a step closer.

Alex's eyes narrowed.

Alex: You're not taking her anywhere, Felix.

Felix sneered.

Felix:Oh, I think I am.You see,I have something that you want.

Felix pulled out a small vial of liquid from his pocket.

Felix: this is the antidote to the poison that Jasmine used on a Elara. if you wannt to save a Elara, then be an good doggie and hand the human over to me.

Mia's eyes darted to Alex, who was staring at Felix with a mixture of anger and depression. Alex's eyes narrowed as he stared at Felix.

Alex: And what makes you think I'll trade Mia for the antidote.

Felix smiled.

Felix: because I know you, Alex.I know you do anything to protect the people you care about. and I know you care about Elara.

Alex's jaw clenched.

Alex: What do you want,Felix?Basides Mia?

Felix's smile grew wider.

Felix:Oh, I want so much more than that.I want more than that. I want power, Alex.And I'll stop at nothing to get it.

Mia's eyes darted between Alex And Felix, and her mind racing with fear.

Alex's eyes locked on Felix's.

Alex:I'll give you the antidote, but you have to promise to leave Mia alone.

Felix's smile flattered for a moment..........