♥ Chapter 23♥

Axel Knight.

The atmosphere becomes even more tense when we hear his despicable words.

''Come on, I'm in the mood for sex.

I feel a wave of anger run through my body.

'' You bastards! '' I growled, completely irritated.

'' Darlings, we're here.

''Stay away from us!

I recognize Jenny's voice amidst the women's desperate screams.

'' I love angry women, they turn me on.

The revolt rises inside me as I hear the women's voices begging for mercy.

'' LET'S GO NOW! '' I shout furiously, furious. ''Let's kill them all, don't let any of them escape! '' They cringe at my fury but nod in agreement. '' MOVING!

Everyone gets ready quickly. I grab a bulletproof vest, some guns, and some guns and bombs.

I feel my cell phone vibrate, my heart racing in the hope that it's Elara. But to my disappointment, it's Thalia.

''Thalia, I'm busy at the moment.

'' I don't care, Axel. Listen here.

I cringe at his authoritarian tone.

''You love my daughter, that's clear on your stupid face.

Your words hurt deeply.

''My daughter is suffering because of you. Axel, you two are made for each other. Stop being proud.

''I'm not. I'm just trying to protect her, Thalia.

She lets out a humorless laugh.

"Protect her? Axel, you've both been hurt more than you realize. She understands you, just as you understand her.

I let out a heavy sigh.

"I'm not going to force you to stay with my daughter. That's something you have to decide.

She hangs up on me.

'' Damn it! '' I exclaimed, irritated.

"Problems in paradise?" Lorenzo asks.

''It's none of your business. Mind your own business.

I walk past him and finish getting ready.

''Is everything ready?'' I ask in a harsh voice.

'' Yes, sir!!!

I see everyone is ready.

''Let's finish these bastards off! '' They all reply with mischievous smiles.

We leave the mansion and head towards the vans, getting in and driving off towards Yaxchilan.

****

Liam parked the car a bit far away to avoid attracting any attention from any of them. We got out of the car.

'' Snipers. '' I whisper to Drusk, Levi and Trusk.

They're the best

'' As soon as you've killed those at the door, we'll burst in and shoot like crazy. '' I smile mischievously. '' Do you understand?"

''Yes, boss!

The three of them take their places and aim at the three henchmen standing guard.

'' Fire! '' I shout and see the three henchmen fall to the ground; thanks to the silencers, we don't make much noise.

We advance into the room and don't hesitate to throw a grenade to clear the way. The bang echoes through the corridors, and we enter, armed to the teeth, ready to take on anyone who crosses our path.

'' Drusk, Yenki! In the girls, I'll cover! '' I shout, my voice echoing through the room as I assume a defensive position and open fire on the kidnappers.

They take off in the direction of the upper floor, while I continue to fire at any target that appears in front of me, the tension growing by the second.

Suddenly, I'm hit by a kick to the chest, which knocks me to the ground. I get up quickly, my breathing quickening, only to see the man I thought was dead standing in front of me.

''How are you alive?'' I ask in surprise, my heart beating wildly as I try to process the unexpected turn of events.

He smiles enigmatically, his gaze full of mystery and challenge.

"This is none of your business. You're going to die here, you bastard. '' He growls, his voice filled with anger and disdain.

"No. I retorted, my own smile appearing in response to his challenge. ''You're the one who's going to die."

We begin hand-to-hand combat, each blow charged with lethal intent. I punch him in the face and belly, my anger driving my every move, but he strikes back with equal ferocity, each blow a testament to his skill and determination, delivering a kick that almost hits my abdomen, my breath panting with the effort.

"I see you've gotten good at fighting. He pulls out two knives, his voice laden with menace. Let's spice things up.

The tension in the air intensifies as we prepare for the next round, with adrenaline pulsing through our veins and every movement a dangerous dance between life and death.

He advances towards me, his blades flashing dangerously. I dodge his attacks with my heart racing, but I can't avoid a cut on my cheek. The intense pain fuels my determination. I strike back with a kick to his ribs, followed by punches to his face, my anger flowing with each blow.

He tries to stab me, but I react quickly, dropping one of his knives in a desperate move. I climb on top of him, my body shaking with adrenaline, delivering relentless blows to his face, determined to defeat him once and for all.

'' You bastard! I hate you! '' I scream as I continue to punch him in the face, feeling the fury pulsing through my veins. He grabs my fist and headbutts me, causing me to fall to the side, my vision blurred with pain.

'' You little shit! '' He kicks my stomach hard and pulls my hair, the sharp sting invading me. ''You're going to die here. '' I hold his fist with all my strength as he tries to stab me with the knife, my determination burning stronger than ever.

I'm not going to die without telling Elara how I feel about her!!!

I punch him in the abdomen with all my rage and knee him in the jaw, my panting echoing in the room.

He manages to pull himself together quickly and runs towards me, throwing himself on top of me with the fury of a cornered animal. We fell onto a table, the wood splintering under our weight, each crack echoing like thunder in the midst of the chaos.

'' Fuck! '' I scream, letting out a groan of pain as I feel my body protest against the impact.

I throw myself to the ground in a desperate move as he tries to stab me again with the knife, my mind spinning in search of a solution. I see a gun next to me and quickly pick it up, pointing it at him with trembling hands, my heart beating wildly in my chest, determined to fight until my last breath.

'' It's over! '' I say, breathing heavily, feeling every beat of my heart reverberating in my ears.

'' Shoot! You don't have the courage. You didn't do anything when I hurt your mother, are you going to now?" His voice rings with contempt, challenging me. I don't hesitate and shoot him in the leg, a mixture of anger and determination pulsing through my veins. '' Shit!!!

I stand up with effort, the gun trembling in my hands as I aim for his head.

'' I'm not going to kill you. '' My voice is firm, but my eyes reflect the storm of emotions inside me. He gives a smile, but it soon fades as he meets my determined gaze. ''I'm going to torture you for everything you've done to me and my mother.

I hit him with all the force I could muster, watching him collapse before my eyes. Realizing it was all over, I watched Yenki and Drusk return with the girls, a momentary relief flooding my being as I prepared to face what came next.

''Are you okay?'' Yenki asks, seeing my cut cheek and shoulder.

'' I'm fine.

I see the girls are fine. I look at them and smile.

''Let's go home, girls,'' I say softly.

I'm coming back, Elara, with a heavy and anxious heart. I was almost taken by death today, but my desire to be by your side and to share my deepest feelings has kept me fighting. Furthermore, I can't leave without expressing the whirlwind of love I feel for you.