CHAPTER TWENTY-THREE: BLACK'S DEBUT GAMBIT

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NEIRA

AS I OPENED my eyes, the morning light streamed through the curtains, casting a pale glow across my dorm room. But the warmth of the sun failed to reach the depths of my heart, leaving me enveloped in a melancholic haze. It was a new day, yet my spirit remained burdened with an unshakeable sadness.

The absence of Crystle, my roommate and a dear friend, weighed heavily on my soul. Her infectious laughter and unwavering support had been a constant presence in my life, a source of comfort in the face of adversity. But now, she lay immobilized in the hospital, a prisoner of the shadows' nefarious grip.

Ang hirap makita na nahihirapan siya. Parang nakakulong sa isang katawan pero hindi kayang kumilos.

As I sat up in bed, a sense of emptiness engulfed me. The room that once echoed with our shared laughter now echoed with a haunting silence. Crystle's vibrant energy, her zest for life, was sorely missed. The walls seemed to whisper her name, a reminder of the void left in her absence.

A mix of grief and determination filled my heart.

The shadows had caused so much pain and fear, and I couldn't just stand by and let them win.

I wanted to uncover the truth.

I wanted to dismantle and expose their organization.

I wanted to take revenge for what they did to my friend.

But the task ahead seemed daunting.

How could I, a simple college student, challenge such a secretive and powerful group?

May abilidad ba ako para maging isang detective?

May kakayahan ba akong ipaghiganti ang roommate ko?

May kakayahan ba ako para iligtas ang mga tao sa paligid ko?

Doubts whispered in my ear, making me question my abilities.

In the solitude of my room, I allowed myself to feel vulnerable. Tears welled up in my eyes as I faced my fears.

But then, a quiet strength emerged within me. I remembered the bond I shared with Crystle, the support of my friends, and the resilience we all possessed.

With newfound determination, I rose from my bed. I refused to let sorrow or fear hold me back. Crystle deserved better, and so did we all.

I knew the road ahead would be tough, filled with obstacles and uncertainties. But I was ready to face them. In the quietness of my room, I made a promise to honor Crystle's spirit and fight for her freedom. Though we were physically apart, our unity and shared purpose would bridge the distance.

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