Chapter 55

But when he finally returned, he entered the main room of the HQ and saw some men gathered. They celebrated the victory over the depot. Sebastian was talked about by the other leaders and was once again seen as a strong and ruthless leader.

He walked over to Emma and smiled when he stopped beside her.

"Any calls?" Sebastian asked.

"No… nothing yet. How did it go with Ramon?"

"Hm… it was fine."

"I will miss him." Emma stammered. "He's a good friend."

"Certainly." he crossed his arms, thinking of something to lie about. "Beautiful, I…I'm going to need to leave."

Emma turned, looking at him.

"Where will you go?"

"I need to buy some medicine. Some men got hurt and… I have a headache."

Sebastian hated himself for lying and mostly for doing it so badly.

"You can ask someone to go do it." Emma said. "you're still the boss." she whispered, smiling.

"I know, but… these men fought bravely for me. Besides" he leaned closer