Chapter 28: Escape

It had been nearly a week since Ryder had received any news about his brother, and the anticipation was starting to weigh on him. The secret letter he had received from Alan had been disappointingly devoid of any important information. As Ryder paced back and forth in his study, his mind couldn't help but wander to the whereabouts of his dear brother. Visions of his brother being hunted down and enduring unimaginable torture plagued Ryder's thoughts, leaving him with a heavy heart and a restless mind.

The study in which Ryder found himself was a sanctuary from the outside world. The walls were adorned with shelves filled to the brim with books of all genres, offering solace and escape. Rays of sunlight peeked through the curtains, casting a warm glow on the room. Ryder's attention was momentarily diverted as he glanced out the window, observing the weather outside. The sky was a pristine blue, with fluffy clouds lazily floating by. It seemed like a picture-perfect day, completely at o