As the moon hung high in the sky, casting an eerie glow over the hospital, Alpha Kilian emerged from the building. Fabian's sleek black car, a vehicle befitting their status, awaited him at the entrance.
Alpha Kilian, the formidable Alpha, strode with confidence, shrouded in an all-black ensemble that merged seamlessly with the darkness.
Fabian, ever loyal, exited the car upon spotting Alpha Kilian's arrival. He hurriedly opened the door for his leader, then settled back into the vehicle as Alpha Kilian took his place inside.
Alpha Kilian's visage still bore the remnants of fatigue, a paleness clinging to his features.
"Alpha Morris, is it wise for you to venture out like this?" Fabian voiced his concern.
Alpha Kilian met Fabian's gaze, his eyes flickering with defiance. "Can you manage without me?" he retorted.
Fabian fell silent, his focus shifting to the road ahead as he started the car engine.
Seated in the back of the vehicle, Alpha Kilian's expression grew solemn. "How is he faring now?" he inquired.
"Thankfully, he was discovered in time. He should recover," Fabian replied. "However, there's a chance he may attempt to take his own life again. Such a ruthless individual. Failing to exact his revenge, he only causes a commotion. Dave remains unfazed by it all."
Whether their adversary lived or died held little consequence to Alpha Kilian. What mattered most was the answer to the question burning within him.
After a forty-minute journey, they arrived at a designated hospital. A small contingent of police officers stood guard at the entrance.
Having informed Zeke of their arrival beforehand, Alpha Kilian and Fabian encountered no obstacles. They entered the empty ward, which consisted solely of a bed and a simple table. A surveillance camera kept a watchful eye over the solitary bed.
Gary lay upon the mattress, his face marred by bruises and swelling. His unkempt hair remained as disheveled as ever, lending him an air of pitifulness. Yet, he no longer exuded the same malevolence as that fateful day. Instead, he appeared decidedly feeble.
Alpha Kilian approached the side of Gary's bed, his gaze cold and piercing.
Sensing a presence after a prolonged silence, Gary's eyes fluttered open in curiosity. Upon spotting Alpha Kilian standing before him, he grew apprehensive.
"You!" Gary strained against his restraints, the clanging of the shackles echoing within the room.
Alpha Kilian regarded him with disdain, as though he were a pitiful dog. A smirk danced upon his lips.
Provoked by Alpha Kilian's disdainful gaze, Gary's eyes widened. "Alpha Kilian, I will never forgive you, even in death."
"Do you believe in ghosts?" Alpha Kilian inquired, his voice a hoarse and provocative whisper.
Gary remained silent, his unwavering stare aimed at his tormentor. Indeed, he did not believe in ghosts; it was merely a figure of speech he used to convey his boundless hatred.
"If you truly believe in ghosts, then by all means, haunt me!" Alpha Kilian's declaration dripped with mockery, his voice laden with a barely contained ferocity.
Gary struggled against his restraints, yearning to rush at Alpha Kilian and end him. His eyes burned with a murderous intent.
Alpha Kilian maintained his steady gaze, speaking calmly. "I've come to make a deal with you."
Gary suddenly fell silent, scoffing at Alpha Kilian's words. "A deal? Forget it. I won't give you the satisfaction."
"Reconsider before you dismiss me so hastily. You may yet change your mind," Alpha Kilian stated, his tone nonchalant.
Gary regarded him with disdain, his distaste etched upon his face.
"It is quite simple. Answer a few questions," Alpha Kilian continued.
Gary remained silent.
Alpha Kilian idly tinkered with his phone, then casually remarked, "Dave will only serve a few years for his crimes. If he behaves, he may even be released early. So, think, what do you believe would happen to him if he were the one who instructed you?" His gaze bored into Gary's, their eyes locking as if engaged in a conversation of their own.
Rage coursed through Gary's veins, his eyes widening in fury. "This has nothing to do with him! He had no knowledge of my plans for vengeance!"
"If your intentions were to avenge him, why did you not come to me instead of Nelly?" Alpha Kilian queried unexpectedly.
Gary understood Alpha Kilian's ploy, therefore choosing to remain silent when faced with this crucial question.
"Wish to know? Dream on!" Though he couldn't exact revenge on Nelly, he had inadvertently caused Alpha Kilian to pay the price, a fact that secretly delighted him.
Alpha Kilian raised an eyebrow, his voice taking on a frosty edge. "Very well. Your decision not to disclose is accepted." Glancing at the surveillance camera, he leaned in closer to Gary's ear, his words meant for his ears alone. "You may have failed to avenge Dave, but the consequences of your actions shall be borne by him. I swear, one day, he will suffer a fate far worse than death. You know full well that I am capable of such a thing!"
With a polite smile, Alpha Kilian rose from his seat and departed, leaving Gary to contemplate his words.
As Gary's gaze lingered on Alpha Kilian's retreating form, his shoulders heaved with pent-up emotion.
While everyone deemed Dave a villain, he remained Gary's closest kin.
Amidst the disdain he faced, it was Dave who stood by his side, unwavering in his support.
Dave had given him a glimmer of hope, reminding him that he could still find purpose amidst the darkness.
His sole desire was to avenge his brother, lest he burden him further.
Just as Alpha Kilian prepared to exit the ward, Gary's restraint snapped. "I will tell you."
Alpha Kilian smirked, his back turned towards Gary. It seemed he had anticipated this turn of events.
As their eyes met, Gary mustered his courage.
Helplessness washed over Gary's contorted features as he confessed, "I will tell you. But you must promise to spare my brother. He is innocent in all of this. It was my doing!"
Alpha Kilian regarded him with a chilling gaze. "Why did you seek Nelly's aid?"
Gary pondered for a lengthy silence before finally answering, his words deliberate. "When my brother was captured, I sought answers. News implicated him in a conflict with Morris Corporation. Initially, I intended to confront you. However, upon arriving at Morris Corporation, I encountered a woman who claimed Nelly Jackson was the culprit, as my brother had intended to-" Gary's voice trailed off abruptly.
"Who is this woman?" Alpha Kilian's dark eyes narrowed.
"I do not know her name, nor did I inquire," Gary admitted.
"What about during your time in the hospital? Have you crossed paths with her before?"
After much contemplation, Gary responded, "Yes."
Alpha Kilian retrieved his phone, displaying a photograph for Gary's inspection. "Is this her?"
Gary scrutinized the photo, remaining silent.
"I ask again. Is this her?"
Gary clenched his fist, finally yielding after a prolonged moment. "It is her."
Alpha Kilian pocketed his phone, rising from his seat as he made his way to the exit.