Eltan Storm
I was worrying over Faith, sitting in my cabin at the Berserkers.
Even though I told Lisa that I was leaving, I came to my office to calm myself and wait for Mutiny. I was really freaking out over what Faith would say. In haste, I revealed my truth, but...
I shook my head to jerk off the negative thoughts. There was no point in overthinking until I met Faith myself.
Besides, I needed to talk to Mutiny about something after taking Dr. Parkin's advice. I needed to know her behavioral patterns in detail so that I could distinguish between her and Faith to avoid incidents like the one at the factory. I didn't want to keep doubting Faith again and again.
Chapter 26: Blood GraffitiEltan Storm"Come in."I stared at Faith who had a blank expression on her face. I kept standing outside, anxiety churning inside my chest from her cold shoulder.From the moment Faith opened the door for me this afternoon, I couldn't grasp anything from her expressions."Eltan? Come in," she repeated."Since you're inviting me inside, is it safe to assume that you don't hate me?" I asked reluctantly."I will answer your question once you are inside," she told me.I gulped the lump in my throat and finally stepped on the threshold, closing the door behind me.
Chapter 27: Heart In DangerEltan Storm"What the hell is wrong with you?" I instantly pushed her away.Mutiny only laughed maniacally in response.I wiped my lips with my sleeves, cursing myself for letting my guard down in the presence of this nutcase of a woman."Hey, that's rude," she commented, motioning at my wiping."Oh, yeah? What about kissing a taken man without permission?" I snarked."Faith and I are the same person—" she started to say virtuously, but I cut her off."Don't give me that bullshit right now." I shot her a death glare.Her laughter slowed do
Chapter 28: Vulnerable SideEltan Storm"Damn, New York is so much colder than home," Mutiny commented as she stepped out of the jet, rubbing her palms up and down her upper arms."And of course, it's past one in the morning and you're wearing too light clothes for this season," I retorted.She rolled her eyes. "I didn't select these stupid clothes. Your beloved girlfriend did. So scold her when she's back.""Then bring her back.""Nope." She stuck out her tongue at me and ran off straight toward the car awaiting us.I shook my head in disbelief and motioned to Denver to start preparing for the attack tomorrow night, while I took her to where we
Chapter 29: Nightmare And ComfortEltan StormI almost drifted to sleep when I felt the bed dip beside me.I grabbed my gun from under my pillow and instantly sat up, pointing at the intruder."My love, it's me," came a familiar annoying voice.I let out a sigh of relief and lowered my gun before turning on the bedside lamp and bursting out, "What the hell are you doing in my room?" I was pretty sure I locked my room in fear of her– my eyes fell on the open window. Of course, she must have climbed in through that."I wanted to sleep with you," Mutiny said innocently, sitting on her knees, dressed up in very scandalous clothes. I avoided looking below her face at all costs.
Chapter 30: Not Right NowEltan StormI was in a deep sleep until bright sunlight washed over my face, pouring in from the window.Grumbling, I rolled over and pulled the comforter over my head. I was having a nice dream. Even though I couldn't exactly recall it now, I wanted to return to that world."Eltan, wake up," I heard Faith's voice.Faith's voice? Was I still dreaming? No, never mind, this is better than a dream.I peeked out from the comforter and saw Faith standing near the bedside with a hand on her hip. Her hair was tied into a high ponytail with loose bangs hanging from the sides of her forehead. She looked adorable."Wake up.
Chapter 31: Blown AwayEltan Storm"Eltan, why are you taking me there?" Faith asked nervously.I gripped the steering wheel tighter, trying to keep myself composed. No matter how things went tonight, I couldn't afford to lose my cool. "I will tell you later."I couldn't tell Faith that I was taking her to the enemy's den with me hoping Mutiny would come sooner or later. I had to make up a lie, or maybe, I should just tell her the truth. But no, what if there was an adverse effect and she fainted? That would be more troublesome.From my peripheral vision, I noticed Faith becoming quiet and rubbing her palms up and down her upper arms. She seemed scared.It instinctively made me reach out my hand to grasp one
Chapter 32: Underworld QueenEltan Storm"I swear I will chop that piece of a shit limb by limb," Mutiny grumbled from the corner of the room while a medic took the crumbs of the bullet from my left shoulder.When we were outside the mansion, one of the members of Charles and Andrew's gang happened to survive despite his grave injuries and shot at me from the window. He aimed for my heart, but he missed and hit my shoulder.I chuckled lightly at her fussing. "He's dead already. Remember, you emptied your magazine shooting at that guy?""Not enough! I'm still going to cut him into little pieces, then I will burn them," she declared, her arms crossed against her chest."Just please
Chapter 33: She Is StrongEltan Storm"Do you want something to eat?" Mutiny asked, peeking inside my room from the doorframe."No, I'm feeling drowsy because of the painkillers. I'm just gonna change and lie down," I replied, standing in front of the dressing table and unbuttoning my shirt with one hand."Do you need some help with that?" She waltzed into the room and slapped my hand away to start working on the buttons."Why did you even bother asking?"She shrugged her shoulders and helped me take off the shirt. "What about your pants? I'll be happy to help with this too." She licked her lips and ran her index finger over the edge of my slacks with a mischievous glint in her ey