If Only..(Part 1 And Part 2 Included)(Under Edit)

Chapter 38 - The Final Showdown( Part 1)

The rest of the days went on in a blur, without the realization of days and nights. Keeping all alter instincts, emotions and limits aside. All eyes, brains and hands worked towards one single goal, the end of the Wizards.

Finally, it was the evening before the ambush. The clock seemed to be ticking faster than usual and hours seemed to be missing out on minutes. After a long meeting among the Hawks and the police team headed by Jacob, under the supervision of the intelligence, the last strings were finally tied up before they shook their hands and wished each other luck for the next morning. It was going to be a big day, indeed.

Madeline enters inside her house at sunset and closes the door from inside. She unzipped her boots and places it in the shoe rack and slumped on the couch. Rested her head on the rest, closed her eyes and took slow deep breaths. After a few deep breaths, she opened her eyes and looked straight up at the ceiling. Her eyebrows started to crease up,  reflecting signs of insecurity.  She  leaned towards the counter beside the couch ,grabbed her cell phone and dialed Jacob's number.

Jacob: Maddie!
Madeline(muttered): Hey.

Jacob sensed the hint of worry, in her voice.

Jacob(in a softer tone): All....good at your end?

Madeline: Yeah...Hmm...Uhmm....totally. I just called to check on you.

Jacob: Spit it out, already.
Madeline(exhaling deeply): This shall pass, right?
Jacob:.......
Madeline:...and...everything will fall in place, get back to normal. Right?

Jacob: Are you getting a cold feet?

Madeline: No. I am not. In fact, after all these years, I could finally avenge myself......and mom..I...I should be excited, but....

Jacob:.....but what?

Madeline: Umm... nothing. I must be just overthinking.

Jacob: Look, If you mean, a page in the book, yes it will be over. But, the fight will never. If you want me to be honest, people are going to get hurt. But, take my advice on this, sister. Beyond the dark alley, there is always a light, awaiting us. Follow that light, you will never ever get a cold feet. We accepted this life, we will die by it. And, I will always be there for you, as always.
Madeline: Thank you for everything you have done for me. I owe you, big. But, I don't trust him and his men. Just don't.......get yourself killed.

Jacob burst into laughter at her words.

Jacob: I have been in this profession, for long. Nothing will go wrong.

Madeline(stern): And, I was joking

Jacob(clearing his throat): Okay, cool. I escaped narrow deaths several times. Don't worry. I will be fine. Now, you need to clear off your mind and get into a good sleep. Tomorrow's a big day. Yeah?

Madeline: Yeah!

Jacob: All the best!

Madeline: Thanks. You too.

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It was 10 pm, when all the men gathered at the department, queued up with armours ready to take any hit.

Jacob, Jackson and Madeline stood at one side of the room facing the army, hands crossed.

Jacob(started in a commanding tone): This is a do or die. Remember one thing, we won't get an opportunity, better than this. We are doing this for all the innocent lives that are trapped inside their dens. We need to give them back, the life they deserve. We have to avenge all those cries that were left unheard. All the sufferings that came without a cure....Even if anyone of us fails to see the sunrise, we still fight, till victory shines on us. That scim needs to DIE!! *sigh* Claros, is their any updates from your brother's side?