And The Silver Spoon

You shake your head. What are you thinking? This is the love of your life.

You burst through the roof access door. Apex turns on his heel, his arm wrapped around Frannys neck.

She is looking at you with wide, pleading eyes. You nod at her reassuringly.

You insist that Apex hand her over. This is between you and him.

But Apex only replies by saying your name.

Michael Simmons.

You feel a shiver down your spine, your worst fears come to life.

You tell him to do what he pleases with your identity. Just let Franny go. He tells you that any sudden movements will send Franny over the edge. She makes a panicked, desperate sound. You nod at her reassuringly again.

Apex shifts his weight nervously between each foot. You can tell hes not a murderer. That he doesnt want to be doing this.

He asks you if you regret it. You ask what he means, your brow furrowed beneath your mask.

He asks if you regret not wanting him.

You blink. You take a step back.

You don't understand. You stare ahead in deep thought, hands lowering to your sides.

Apex tightens his hold on Franny at the same time all the color can drain from your face.

This cant be Theo, can it?

Continue.