The Wrong Woman

Lucas' tearful smile lingered as Cole and his men approached to detain him.

During the search, they discovered a firearm in Lucas' possession.

The sight of the gun stirred something within Cole, momentarily disrupting his thoughts. In truth, if Lucas had drawn the weapon and attempted to flee, he might have had a chance. Cole found himself fixated on the gun, lost in contemplation.

In a low voice, Lucas confessed, "I've considered taking out General Morrison, but I never once thought about harming you. You've been the closest thing to a brother I've ever had." Tears welled up in Cole's eyes at Lucas' declaration.

Handing the firearm to one of his subordinates, Cole drew a deep breath to steady himself before addressing Lucas. "It's too late now," he said firmly.

"How did you manage to identify me?" Lucas asked, his curiosity piqued. "After all, I've undergone extensive plastic surgery to the point where not even my mother could recognize me."

Cole replied, "I didn't recognize you. It was General Morrison who saw through your disguise in an instant."

"General Morrison?"

Cole's smile held a hint of bitterness. "Isn't it ironic? The superior you were willing to eliminate at any cost reads you like an open book-your mannerisms, gestures, speech patterns-with just a glance." Lucas could only manage a wry smile in response, falling silent.

Cole's words were heavy with sorrow, his grief evident. "Lucas, you were once General Morrison's most trusted and capable assistant.

brother, covering your father's medical expenses and often instructing me to send money to your family in

asked for his help to get

betray General Morrison. Money

his eyes brimming

the gravity of his actions. Redemption appeared to be beyond

in you, you'll reveal Oliver's location and expose Nightshade's plans and operatives

teeth. "I can't do that. If I speak out,

beyond saving," Cole thundered. "Get him out of

restrained Lucas and escorted

across major news outlets and trending discussions were flooded with reports of

unexpected reappearance of Norvania's wealthiest magnate ignited a nationwide frenzy, prompting

followed, Zach regained control of his company and reclaimed all

Avery and Lucas found themselves incarcerated, confronting the prospect of spending

impostor posing as Sally Hoffis, and the two swiftly forged

their interaction, the

smiled and remarked, "I'll tell you this: Oliver's affection lies solely

easily discarded once they've served their purpose. Don't cling to the hope that he'll come to your rescue. It's time to face

the harsh reality, isn't it? I've been nothing more than a pawn all this time,