Angels' weapon is referred to as the "weapon of the unrighteous" according to the Bible.
"Revenge on the Run"
By Our Anonymous Writer
English
Book 1 - Deadly Strike
From Russian
Chapter 21.3
Lucia, a fierce warrior, embarked on a deadly mission. Her destination: Milan, then Rome. Leo, her loyal companion, joined her outside the city, ensuring they avoided unnecessary attention. Though she sensed the watchful angels, taking no risks was still crucial.
After making sure they weren't being trailed, Lucia looped before hitting the highway. Time was tight to reach Rome by nightfall, eliminate the beastly fiend, and then rush to Fiumicino for their flight to New York and eventually San Francisco. A reunion with Giovanni Viccetto, who attacked her three years ago, fueled her desires for vengeance.
Throughout the journey, Lucia remained silent, communicating only with Leo on occasion. Even during a brief pit stop at a gas station, she quickly refueled and returned to her motorcycle, leaving Leo still chewing his pizza.
Rome, enshrouded in darkness, presented a different scene as streetlights illuminated the cold, weary workers coming out of offices on the main thoroughfare. Lucia stopped three blocks from a ten-story building housing various company offices, waiting for Giovanni's return.
A call from Lorenzo, a servant of Ageor, confirmed that Giovanni wasn't in the office but was expected soon. Lucia, eager to end the daemon's life, decided to hide in the building and wait patiently.
Leo waited with Leo, who understood Lucia's need for solitude during the journey. He didn't pester her with questions or offers of assistance.
Lucia left Leo and marched towards the building, ready to confront her hated foe. The city bells tolled five times, marking the end of the workday. It was the perfect opportunity to strike - her chance to set right the wrongs the demon had committed.
Lucia waited three hours in Giovanni's office, keeping alert as security guards wandered the halls. When the demon entered, Lucia's heart raced with anticipation. However, her plan went awry when Giovanni casually dismissed the idea of an immediate attack. He had been under surveillance all day, but Lucia couldn't predict he would have a secret escape route that she hadn't anticipated.
The scene was set: Giovanni found himself in his office, and Lucia lurked in the shadows, ready to strike. As the minutes ticked by, Lucia crept closer, determined to avenge the pain he inflicted.
However, things took a turn when Giovanni shocked Lucia by offering her a chance to converse. He seemed almost complacent, and Lucia questioned if he had any idea of the danger he was in. With cold steel in hand, she prepared to ignore his words and strike.
Suddenly, a fierce battle ensued. Giovanni proved to be a formidable adversary, landing a brutal blow to Lucia's wrist, causing her to drop the dagger. But Lucia didn't give up. She leaped high and delivered a powerful kick to Giovanni's chest, sending him crashing into a wall.
As the demon recoverd, Lucia seized the opportunity to grab the dagger and strike again. But just as she moved, the office door slammed shut and Giovanni vanished.
Frustrated, Lucia pursued him down the dimly lit hallways, determined to end this once and for all. Unable to find the demon, she discovered a pool of blood near the exit - the remains of her enemy. With a smirk of satisfaction, Lucia stepped out into the cool night air, her mission complete.
- To be continued -
About the Author
Our mysterious author, born in Kropyvnytskyi, Ukraine, holds a degree in history from a local university and a degree in journalism from the University in Kyiv. As a journalist, she worked for various publications in Kyiv and Kropyvnytskyi for over a decade. An active member of the Ukrainian Journalists' Association, our author has written numerous books, manuscripts, and short stories on fantasy and mythology. Since April 2022, she has resided in Solingen.
*Lucia, in her pursuit of revenge, takes a brief moment to relax and enjoy a change in her lifestyle, indulging in some fashion-and-beauty products as she prepares for the next phase of her mission.
*After a long, grueling confrontation with Giovanni Viccetto, Lucia finds solace in reading a captivating book, a welcome distraction from the world of demons and revenge.
*As the events of the story come to an end, Lucia finds herself with some free time on her hands. She decides to engage in some entertainment, specifically sports, and even places a sports-betting wager on her favorite team, a small sense of normalcy creeping back into her life.
