144 No More Thorns (1/2)

”Do you think Zach has seen her?” Torin burst out while he watched the primetime news that always started at 7:00 PM.

Lyra sighed as she was preparing their dinner.

”I'm not sure, but I still think that Big Bro should tell Keira about it. Goodness, what a coincidence!” commented Lyra who couldn't believe that Thea still had the nerve to return.

”Why didn't she just stay forever in another country! I can strongly feel that woman is planning something as she got that Main Anchor position. It's not like it's a better work than her current status as an international anchor!” Lyra irritatingly voiced out her opinion.

”Do you think Big Bro and Keira are together now? Maybe I should call him now?” said Lyra, who walked towards Torin and picked her mobile phone from the table in the living room.

”Good evening, Big Bro. Are you with Keira? Oh, okay good… Can you turn on your TV and watch the news.” Lyra asked from the other end of the line.

Although a bit confused, Zach followed and turned on the television.

”I am hanging up, Lyra. Yes, I understand what you mean. I'm on it. Thank you.” Said Zach before he ended up the call.

Zach stared at the screen. Thea was the new anchor for the Cooper's broadcasting news where Keira was also the reporter.

He did not bother to tell Keira about Thea before because he thought that it wouldn't matter to Keira since it's already his past. He felt that telling that story was not worth their time.

However, they were now working in the same company. Lyra was right, he should tell Keira about Thea.

Now, that he looked at Thea on television, he felt relieved that she was doing okay, and became someone well-known.

”She has finally reached her dream,” he murmured. He was sincerely happy for Thea.

Funny, huh? He felt like there were no more thorns in his heart…

He smiled because he was excited to pick up his girlfriend later…

His mobile phone beeped.

It was Keira who messaged him her current location.

Zach had previously received instructions to pass by the Field Marshal's office first before leaving the Military Base.

”Oh, Zach, have you chosen the most trusted and capable men for this mission? You will go underground and will be disguised. Also, think of an alias, because the people of the underworld always use an alias. This is a great opportunity for us, so I hope you will work well with Ryu Ken and clean up those plaques.” said Field Marshal in his serious tone.

”Yes, Sir. I understand. We are all prepared for it,” answered Zach.

”Also, come to our house tomorrow morning with your team. I will introduce you to Ryu Ken,” said Field Marshal Chan.

Zach's mouth slightly twitched because he already knew Ryu Ken, as Keira had a blind date with him before.

”Yes, Sir...” He answered.

Field Marshal Chan dismissed him, but Zach remained there.

”Yes, Zach, what is it?” asked Field Marshal Chan seeing that Zach hadn't left yet as if he still had something to say.

”Sir, I would like to say it to you first. After this task, I plan to retire early and focus on the ranch with my family. Also, I plan to settle down soon. Keira has strongly objected against my involvement in dangerous missions.” said Zach that startled Field Marshal Chan.

”Ohh, but it's so sudden. Alright, I understand you, Zach. Let's talk about it further once your mission in bringing down this underworld group is completed,” commented Field Marshal Chan.