Chapter 43: Secrets of the past

Jeremy's phone vibrated on the nightstand as he emerged from a steaming hot shower, his towel wrapped around his waist, water droplets cascading down his sinewy body, accentuating his irresistible allure.

"Hello?" he answered, his voice cool and composed.

"Mr. Nobody, I heard you're looking for me. Well, here I am," a familiar voice taunted.

Jeremy paused, recognizing the voice instantly. "Lockman."

"Bingo! Didn't think you'd recognize my voice. I must be leaving quite the impression," Drake Lockman chuckled darkly.

"What do you want?" Jeremy asked, his voice devoid of fear or hesitation.

"To make you suffer for what you did to me. I'm going to ensure that every person close to you, every person you care about, will suffer because of you," Drake threatened with sadistic pleasure.

Unfazed by his words, Jeremy calmly sat on his bed, realizing that understanding Drake Lockman might be the key to dealing with this deranged antagonist. "What did I do to you?" he inquired, his voice s