BAD LIAR - VEGASPETE ( ENGLISH VERSION)

#9 "Revelations Under the Shadows."

With determination in my decision, I entered Korn's mansion, disregarding the tray of fine drinks he kindly offered. The feelings of confusion and betrayal still enveloped me, but the determination to uncover the truth remained. Korn led me to the living room, where shadows danced on the walls, echoing the whirlwind of emotions unfolding within me. The atmosphere was charged with tension as Korn turned to me. "Pete, I understand this is difficult for you. But there's something else you need to know," he said, his eyes revealing a mixture of seriousness and concern. 

Before I could process his words, the door opened, revealing the figure of Zach, my ex-boyfriend whom I believed I had lost forever. My heart raced, surprise marking my face as I stared at him. "Surprised, Pete?" Zach smiled, but there was something in the shadows of his gaze that unsettled me. "There's much more at stake here than you imagine." Confusion deepened, and I found myself facing an even more complex crossroads. Zach's words echoed like a disturbing echo, suggesting there was much more to uncover beyond what I already knew. Destiny now seemed to depend on the choices I would make under the shadow of the unfolding truth.

The surprising presence of Zach in that room added an additional layer of complexity to the situation. My eyes still fixed on him, trying to comprehend the reality of this unexpected turn of events. The tension in the air was palpable, shadows dancing in harmony with the uncertainties hanging in the atmosphere. "Zach, I thought that..." my words faltered as I tried to articulate the confusion settling in my mind. Zach raised his hands in a reassuring gesture, but the expression on his face conveyed seriousness. "I know it's hard to understand, Pete. But there are truths that need to be revealed."The sensation of being at the epicenter of an emotional storm overwhelmed me. My mind was filled with questions, and the need for clarity grew with each passing moment. I stared at Korn for answers, seeking to understand Zach's role in this intricate plot.Confusion and anger within me reached a critical point. Without much thought, I let myself be carried away by the tumultuous emotions permeating the room. My fists clenched automatically, and before I could ponder the consequences, I lunged towards Zach with a punch driven by the intensity of frustration and betrayal.The impact resonated in the room, blending with the heavy silence that surrounded us. Zach, stunned by the unexpected blow, took a few steps back, rubbing his jaw that had been hit. His gaze now reflected surprise and pain, an expression echoing the confusion I felt inside."Why, Zach? Why hide all this from me?" I shouted, my voice laden with anguish and indignation.The impact of the punch reverberated in the room, but anger and confusion still simmered within me. With Zach retreating, his answers were crucial to unravel the truth behind so many dark secrets. "It seems death didn't hold you back, did it, Zach?" I said, bitterness in my voice. "Why did you make me believe you were dead? And what are you doing in Korn's house? Did you kill Venice's mother?" Zach, still recovering from the punch, looked me in the eyes. A mixture of remorse and determination seemed to struggle in his expression.

 He sighed before starting to explain, his eyes now carrying a burden I could barely comprehend. "Pete, I didn't have a choice. Things are not what they seem. I needed to distance myself to protect you...." Zach hesitated for a moment, carefully choosing his words. "About the boy's mother, I... I didn't have a choice. Things are not as simple as they seem." Confusion grew even more within me. Each answer seemed to generate more questions, and I found myself trapped in a labyrinth of obscure revelations. The room was charged with tension, shadows dancing around us, witnessing the complexity of the secrets unfolding. As I absorbed Zach's words, the truth began to emerge in a way I could hardly anticipate. Destiny now delicately hung on the answers that would come next.

The tension in the air was almost palpable, and the room seemed to close in around us as Zach attempted to insist on a private conversation. Refusing his proposal, I kept my guard up, still processing the avalanche of information I had received."There's nothing we need to talk about alone, Zach. You've already messed things up enough," I responded, maintaining a firm tone, although confusion continued to dance in my eyes.However, Zach didn't seem willing to give up so easily. He advanced towards me, gripping my arm firmly. The sensation of his touch provoked an instinctive reaction, and I pulled my arm away, resisting his attempt at intimacy.He tried once again to grab my arm, this time with more force. I attempted to pull back, but unsuccessfully, which led him to pull me closer to him. I asked him to let me go, but he refused, his expression turning darker."You need to understand, Pete. There are things that are beyond my control," Zach said, his voice laden with urgency.