CHAPTER 60 Web of Deceit

The night air hung heavy with tension as Lisa navigated the dimly lit streets, her senses on high alert. The shadows, once her allies, now seemed to harbor unseen threats. The city, cloaked in darkness, held its breath, as if aware of the storm brewing within its alleys and corners. As Lisa turned a corner, the sound of footsteps echoed behind her. She quickened her pace, glancing over her shoulder to find Natalie, a figure from her past, emerging from the shadows. Natalie's eyes bore a mixture of resentment and determination, a storm gathering within her. The night air hung heavy with tension as the two women traversed the labyrinthine alleys. Lisa's heartbeat matched the rhythmic echoes of their footsteps, a foreboding melody that underscored the impending confrontation. Without warning, Natalie lunged at Lisa, the force of her attack catching her off guard. A struggle ensued in the narrow alley, the echoes of their grunts drowned by the distant hum of the city. Lisa fought