NovelGoldMarlon glanced at Athena and left a gentle kiss on her lips. "Stay put in this room, sweetheart. I'll take care of this mess, and then
we'll head back to Greenfield together."
Athena nodded, her face etched with worry. "Marlon, are you sure everything's going to be okay?"
"It will be," he assured her. "Just get srest. I'll be back before you know it."
Marlon's current location was the island's largest and most luxurious hotel, with his men stationed strategically around the area.
Athena would be safe here.
She watched him leave, concern lingering in her eyes as he disappeared from view.
Marlon wasn't exactly sure why he felt so uneasy. He had barely walked a few steps before doubt crept in. Part of him wanted
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtAthena by his side, yet he knew it was safer for her here. He was dealing with a dangerous fugitive, and if the guy had a gun,
Athena could be in serious danger.
He couldn't take that risk. He wasn't omnipotent; a momentary lapse could cost Athena her life. Leaving her at the hotel was the
only choice.
Marlon got into his car, and after a thirty-minute drive, he arrived at a rocky coastline.
The rocks here were massive and dark, providing an ideal hiding spot.
He turned to the man beside him. "Are you sure he's among these rocks?"
"Boss, absolutely sure. Our guys are already scanning the area. We'll have him in half an hour, tops."
Marlon nodded, his attire a stark contrast to his usual business look, sporting a Bohemian shirt that screamed vacation vibes.
Gunshots echoed in the distance, evidence of an ongoing skirmish.
Raising an eyebrow, Marlon's lips curled into a smirk. There was no way out for that guy now.
Soon, his men brought over a man covered in black, looking like he had merged with the rocks. No wonder he had managed to hide
for so long.
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