Chapter 714

　　Third person's POV 　　Two more gunshots rang out, the shooter's aim dead on as two more men fell to the ground. 　　Tabitha saw a tall figure standing deep in the alley, shrouded in a cloak, making it impossible to discern who it was. 　　Tabitha's mind raced with questions. Was he a friend or foe? 　　The man removed his hat, revealing the distinctive totem mask beneath. 　　Tabitha stared in disbelief and uttered, "Lucian, why are you here?" 　　"Long story. Come with me," Lucian said, grabbing Tabitha's hand and leading her away. 　　They didn't get far before Tabitha glanced back to see Derek and Leopold rushing out of a bar together. 　　Surprise washed over Tabitha. How could Derek be here? 　　Her blood seemed to freeze. 'When did he return?' 　　Lucian pulled Tabitha into a dilapidated black car that passed right in front of Derek. 　　Leaning against the car window, Tabitha gazed at Derek, lost in thought. 　　'If Leopold had arranged to meet him today, then Leopold had known about her meeting wit