Chapter 228: The Deception

The morning after the celebration felt surreal to Amelia. Despite the accolades and the temporary peace that settled over the city, a lingering unease gnawed at her. She stood at the window of the safe house, staring out at the cityscape, lost in thought. Ethan found her there, a concerned look on his face. "Hey," he said softly, placing a hand on her shoulder. "You okay?" Amelia sighed, turning to face him. "I don't know. Something doesn't feel right." He nodded, understanding her unease. "It's been a whirlwind. Maybe it's just the aftermath catching up with you." She shook her head, her brow furrowed. "No, it's more than that. It's... I can't shake the feeling that something's off." Just then, Isabelle burst into the room, her expression urgent. "Amelia, you need to see this." She led them to the command center, where a series of monitors displayed news reports and live feeds from across the city. One report caught Amelia's attention—a segment detailing a sudden spike in crimin