Tempting the Billionaire and His Heir

CHAPTER 87

Alexa was spending her morning like usual, enjoying her coffee and scrolling through social media. Suddenly, she felt a tight grip on her arm and she turned to see Cody standing next to her, looking angry.

“Cody, what’s going on?” Alexa asked, confusion written across her face.

Cody’s voice was low and menacing as he accused her, “Did you convince Jade and David to leave our group?”

Alexa was taken aback. “What are you talking about? Why would I do that?”

Cody let go of her arm and took a step back. “Don’t play dumb with me, Alexa. Jade and David told me that you talked them into leaving after our last mission.”

Alexa was shocked. She hadn’t talked to Jade or David since the mission, and she certainly hadn’t convinced them to leave the group.

“Cody, I swear I didn’t do anything,” Alexa protested.

Cody’s eyes narrowed as he stepped closer to her again, “They told me everything, Alexa. David killed someone that night because they almost took Jade, and now they’re both gone. Do you have any idea what that means for us?”

Alexa was taken aback by this new information. “I had no idea, Cody. I didn’t even know they were planning on leaving.”

Cody sighed, his anger dissipating slightly. “I’m sorry, Alexa. This is a tough situation for all of us. We need to figure out what to do next.”

The two sat down at the kitchen table to discuss their next move. The conversation was tense, with both Alexa and Cody feeling the weight of the situation.

“I still can’t believe David would do something like that,” Alexa said, trying to wrap her head around the situation.

Cody nodded, “It’s a harsh reality we’re living in, Alexa. We need to be prepared for anything.”

As they discussed their options, Alexa realized that she needed to be careful in the future. She couldn’t risk anyone else being hurt or killed because of her actions, whether intentional or unintended. She vowed to be more mindful of the consequences of her words and actions from that moment forward.

Cody stood anxiously in the dimly lit alleyway, the cold wind biting into his exposed skin. He couldn’t stop thinking about his current situation. He knew he had to leave Jade behind, but the thought sent a wave of guilt through him. It was then that he heard footsteps approaching, he turned to see David walking towards him.

“Hey man, you ready to get out of here?” David asked, hands stuffed in the pockets of his coat.

Cody nodded, “Yeah, I’m ready. But what about Jade?”

David gave him a grim smile, “We can’t stay for her. It’s too dangerous. We’ll figure something out for her later.”

Cody weighed his options, knowing that there was too much at stake if they stayed any longer. “I know, you’re right. We need to go, now.”NôvelDrama.Org © content.

As they made their way down the alley, they ran into Alexa, who stood in their path with surprise written all over her face. “Cody, what are you doing?” she asked, her eyes wide.

“I’m leaving,” Cody replied, his voice catching in his throat.

Alexa shook her head in disbelief, “You can’t just leave her. She’s our friend!”

Cody’s frustration boiled over, “What do you want me to do Alexa? Put all of our lives on the line? I’m sorry, but I have to think about my safety, and so should you.”

Alexa lowered her head, knowing there was no point in arguing. Looking up, she whispered, “I understand now. We should’ve asked you instead of just leaving. I’m sorry.”

Cody knew Alexa wasn’t entirely convinced, so he leaned over and offered her a heartfelt apology. “Alexa, I’ll make it up to you, I promise.”

(!) As the words left his mouth, he realized just how empty they sounded. His mind raced, trying to think of a way to prove his loyalty to Alexa. That’s when he remembered the warning, “I’ll blow both of our heads off if we involve the cops in this.”

Cody shifted uneasily, “Alexa, there’s something I need to tell you. I can’t involve the cops in this.”

Alexa’s eyes narrowed, “Why not?”

Cody hesitated before finally blurting out, “Because if we do, he’ll blow our heads off.”