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The dark sky brightened with stars, peaceful and serene, but a heart was raging with fire, wanting to burn anything in his path. His cold eyes burned through the dark sky, lost in his thoughts. He was dressed in a fine tuxedo with two buttons opened, seeming to come from a party, and his sharp jawline and fair skin captivated the ladies as they passed by. He was least interested in whatever celebration they were holding; today held lots of memories for him, and yet he was stuck in one thing or the other on the account of his father. At the thought of that, his face became more stoic.

Boss Andreas!! He heard a voice snapping him out of his thoughts. What is it? His voice was low, obviously frustrated about something. Cyrus wants a secret meeting with you, boss, without the police's involvement. Andreas smirked upon hearing that he groaned, Lead me to that bastard.

Walking in the dark alley, Isabella shook in fear at that unruly thief. She complained, How dare he steal from me? Now I have to walk home. This place is so creepy. She looked around, gulping down at the atmosphere. You can do this, Isabella. Ignore your surroundings and walk fast, she chanted in her head. Her long, wavy brown hair was packed in a ponytail with her eyes filled with innocence; she shivered at any little sound she heard and screamed loudly when a squirrel ran past her, heaving a sigh of relief. The faster she walked, the earlier she got home. She had just finished helping her grandmother at the bakery and had gotten robbed of her money and phone on the way.

Seeing a tunnel-like cave that leads to another opening, she thought, yes, this was a faster way to go. The place was eerie and dark. Aren't cars supposed to pass this route? Why is it so quiet today? Hearing the sounds of cars, she smiled. Maybe she could ask for help. She jumped happily, running towards it, but it moved at the flash of light, not noticing her presence, but suddenly halted.

Did they notice her? She halted in her step, seeing a man come down from it. Captivated by his beauty, she gawked, Wow, she muttered with her heart drumming loudly in her chest. How can a man be so handsome yet have such a stoic expression? His eyes seemed void; something was wrong with the atmosphere, she thought. Their faces were stoic, screaming danger, but she couldn't help but look at what was going on.

Andreas walked towards the man, who had a big smile on his face. For a high-class thief, you have the guts to demand a meeting, Andreas spoke with a bored expression. Cyrus laughed loudly. Nice to meet you, Andreas. You look quite handsome, I must say. Making Andreas glare, Unfortunately, I don't do guys, and a broke person like you isn't my type. Tell me where the Nova X suit is, he barked, making Cyrus burst into another round of laughter. "Why will I tell you? he smirked. You are going to take me to the police either way, and you will never find out where your dear Nova X suit is."

Andreas was beginning to lose his patience; he was supposed to be at his mother's old house, having planned everything for the day. Cyrus walked around him, making Andreas raise an eyebrow in annoyance. Why are you walking around me like a demon?" which made Andreas chuckle. You are not even smart enough to be one. Cyrus clenched his fist in annoyance at the words Andreas was throwing at him.

As I was saying before you interrupted, as the heir to the A-empire tech, even you don't know what the Nova X suit can do. I'm sure he must be disappointed to have a son like you, he snickered, trying to get on his nerves with Andreas looking at him with a bored expression as he chewed on his gum, Are you done? He smiled. Angry as his words didn't get to him, it only made Andreas smile at him like he was giving him a compliment, and Andreas drew the gum away before opening a can of drink, gulping some down before making a refreshing sound, then speaking casually to Cyrus, My father didn't give birth to a petty con artist who hasn't become rich with all the stealing, but I'm sure your father sees you as nothing but a pathetic loser.

I mean, how many years has it been since you were a con artist? Let me guess, fourteen years? You should be given an award for the dumbest con artist. I applaud you for that.

Andreas!!! Cyrus shouted in annoyance, removing a knife from his pocket; he aimed for Andreas's stomach, trying to stab him. Boss!!! Dante alerted from afar; seeing the knife approach him, Andreas smiled before knocking him down with a kick. Running towards his boss, Are you alright, boss? Dante checked to see if there was any injury on him. Quit it, Dante. I am not a child; I can take care of myself, pushing him aside gently. He walked towards the panting Cyrus, who held his hurt hand. Sighing! Seriously, you call that a fight? You are really pathetic at everything. I will never tell you who the big boss is! Cyrus yelled, holding his injured hand.

Andreas smirked. I didn't know there was a big boss; it's obvious you're not smart enough to steal such priceless technology with so much security. You will be dead in seconds. And I don't think they are dumb to send you as a representative to me. Cyrus gulped down nervously. Let me guess, you don't know where the technology is, do you? You are only trying to get money out of me. Crazy bastard, Dante muttered, not before giving him a hard knock on his head, which made Cyrus wince in pain. "Let's get out of here; we don't want people finding out about the technology.

A deep voice spoke out, You are under arrest, Cyrus, walking closer to him with a handcuff. You promised you wouldn't come with the police! Cyrus yelled, trying to free himself from the grip of the police. Well, I lied; now enjoy your stay in prison. Sighing frustratedly, what a waste of time, he walked towards his car.

Cyrus stared at the retreating figure of Andreas. Wait, I can help you find the technology you need. "I know a lot about the people who stole the Nova X suit, but on one condition: let me go. He tried making a bargain. I could just let the police torture you till we get all the information we need out of you. Then why are you with only one policeman? That means you don't trust them to know the secret of the technology, right? They won't be able to fully torture me since you didn't tell them the full details. How about we work together? He said, shining his tooth, which made Andreas frown. Close that tooth of yours; if not, I will take it all out. Making Cyrus stop smiling immediately, murmuring underneath him, Why? My mama said I had a nice tooth. Andreas glared at him, Well, she lied, now shut it and let me think.

What technology are they talking about? Isabella thought, I need to get out of here. Sighting a space she could walk through without being seen, she smiled, getting up gently; unfortunately, her clothes got hooked on a metal paint bucket, which made a loud, startling sound, halting in her steps. Her eyes met with his cold glare, making her gulp at the intensity of his stare. Time seems to stop as they stare at each other.

His deep voice echoed while still staring at her, Your inspections are getting faulty Dante, how did she get in here? I thought the entrance was sealed. I apologize, boss; I don't know how she got here. I will take care of her.

Isabella's eyes widened in fear before stammering, Take care of me? What do you mean? Sir, you are the police, right? You can't possibly allow them to hurt me, right?

Andreas smiled, who said he was a policeman. What!!!! Both Cyrus and Isabella spoke out; he was on another mission for me undercover. So I thought, why not just bring a fake policeman with me? I knew you would feel safer in a police cell since it would be easier for them to either get you out or kill you to shut you up, which wouldn't do me any good. So what's a better way than putting you in my own personal cell? I am sure you will love it.

Were you trying to get rid of me, you bastard? You had no intention of taking me to the police, right? Andreas's expression grew deadly as he stared at Cyrus.

Did you just call me a bastard?