Part 1: The Stormy Encounter

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The rain came down unrelentingly, muffling the sounds of the busy streets of Manhattan. Emily Carter tightened her coat around her shoulders, holding a manila folder to her chest. She rushed into an alley, the heels of her shoes tapping against the wet ground.

Inside the folder were documents that could bring down Ashwood Industries, a powerful weapons manufacturer implicated in illegal arms deals across war-torn regions. As an investigative reporter, Emily understood the consequences of bringing such a giant down, but the truth came at a cost, even if that cost was her safety.

Halfway down the alley, Emily's instinct screamed danger. A shadow loomed behind her, footsteps faintly echoing. She quickened her pace, gripping the folder tighter.

"Need help carrying that?"

The voice was suave and, to an extent, sarcastic. Emily turned almost bumping into a male in front of her. He was soaked in water and had on a dark leather jacket. Mischief danced in his icy blue eyes.

"What the hell"

"Someone is following you," he said, his tone noticeably lower.

She barely had time to compute what was happening before two men blocked her off at the end of the alleyway

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She barely had time to compute what was happening before two men blocked her off at the end of the alleyway. The stranger pulled her closer and said, "Run," in a low voice.

It was crazy to trust him, but it was crazier to remain there. They dashed into the maze-like streets, hearing heavy footsteps behind them and drawing closer.

🌟 What would you do if danger lurked in the shadows, and trusting a stranger was your only escape? 🌟

Will Emily uncover the truth behind Ashwood Industries or lose everything?

👉 Keep reading to uncover the truth behind Ashwood Industries and the deadly chase that will keep you on the edge of your seat!

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