Revenge is Best Served After Reborn (James) novel Chapter 1926

Might as well make sure this girl never ties the knot. Ever.

I asked, “Are you guys gearing up for a showdown at The Silent Shadows' entrance?”

“A showdown? With this tiny crew? That's practically a suicide mission.”

Sophie leaned back, saying, “We're just going for a look-see, but that's risky enough. You and your buddy will hang back.”

I nodded, playing along.

The car cruised towards the foot of The Silent Shadows. As we piled out, everyone was fussing over their gear, prepping for the trek.

I remembered Mom telling me how every venture into those mountains was a brush with death.

Dad helped Mom strap on her gear. Adler gave us a stern look, “You two stay put. Don't even think about moving, or else...” He mimicked a throat-slash.

Alec and I just stood there, unfazed. Mr. Wesley was known for his dramatic flair. We grew up on his tales of terror.

“Tom, Jerry, keep an eye on them. No jungle adventures, got it?”

“Yes, ma'am.”

Sophie slipped on her gloves, turned to me, and asked, “By the way, what's your name?”

“Fiona. Mom says time flies, and their journey is full of memories worth keeping, so I'm Fiona.”

“Fiona...” Sophie mused, “That's a lovely name.”

“Of course, it is. Mom picked it.” My eyes got a bit misty.

Heading into those mountains was no joke. I never truly grasped the peril until now. My parents, as tough as they were, were just human after all. Vulnerable to time and fate.

In the face of danger, they forged ahead, sheer grit and guts.

“Fiona, your mom must be thrilled to have you.”

Sophie clasped Colby’s hand. I watched them walk, hand in hand, into the valley. No hesitation. Like they were embracing their fate. Or perhaps, it was the path they were destined to tread.

When I woke, sunlight was streaming in, blinding me.

I shielded my eyes. Alec was still out cold. I nudged him, “Alec! Wake up! You awake?”

It took a few shakes before his eyes fluttered open, realizing it was morning.

Last night, I sneaked over the potion. Never thought we'd have such wild dreams.

After Alec woke, we both stayed silent. The room was wrapped in a minute of quiet.