The Devilish Assassin Meets The Angelic Detective

After making sure that the mission went well, Elle and Erick said goodbye to James, Black Shadow, Phantom, and other Skull Gang members.

Black Shadow and James just watched the couple leave. He was still in disbelief. Who would have thought that even Erick, the Chief Detective would cooperate with them and the Skull Gang?

Then he turned to James, asking him a lot of questions. "Supremo… your identity is already known to the Chief Detective. Are you not afraid that he will catch you someday? He even stepped to this headquarters. What will you do now?"

James gave him a confident smile, showing Black Shadow that he was not worried at all.

"You will betray me first before Erick will do it."

"Ouch. I'm hurt. I feel insulted. Is Erick your favorite now, not me? See… I am willing to die for you. I didn't even spill any information to the Dark Knight Organization because I didn't want to betray you!" 

Black Shadow complained to James, putting on a pitiful face. He was pretending to be upset.

James averted his gaze to Black Shadow, lifting an eyebrow. "Who told you that you are my favorite? I only have one favorite… and that person is my Queen."

Sherlock and Spike who were just listening on the sideline couldn't help letting out a soft chuckle. Black Shadow had just returned but he started bothering their Supremo again. 

"Ahem, at least, Supremo knows how to talk back at him now," Sherlock whispered in Spike.

Spike just nodded his head and said, "Supremo is just so happy tonight because Black Shadow is safe now. He is worried about him. Though he was not showing it outside, deep inside, he was scared about Black Shadow's safety for the past few days."

Sherlock nodded his head in agreement. 

"Ok, let's go then. Give them privacy to talk and catch up with each other."

After saying that, Sherlock dragged Spike away from Black Shadow and James, leaving the two of them alone. Phantom's team also went back to their hideout. Mr. Carter proceeded to his room to rest. He was busy all day for his big surprise to the Dark Lord. 

"Did you see the face of the Dark Lord? Did you get any clue who he is?" James had become serious now.

Black Shadow heaved a deep sigh. "The Dark Lord didn't show his face. Even Kelsy and Kevin didn't see his face yet. But based on his voice alone, I could say that he was as old as your father."

"But don't worry, once I hear his voice again I can recognize him," Black Shadow added, reassuring James.

James nodded at him. "Good. It's better that you didn't see his face because if you do then you will surely get killed right away."

Black Shadow burst out laughing after hearing that. "I will not die alone. I will bring him with me. I will avenge your father and your Queen as well. They were the ones who harmed her."

"Thanks, Black. But don't worry. I will make sure that he can no longer touch the people I love." James said with so much conviction.

Black Shadow let out another chuckle. "Do I belong to those people you love, Big Boss?"

James could no longer hold his laughter. He really missed this. Black Shadow was the only person who would act like this in front of him.

James put his arms around Black Shadow's shoulder and said, "I'm glad you're back."

James didn't answer his question but by just looking at James's expression, Black Shadow could tell that he belonged to those people. He truly cared about him. 

That thought warmed Black Shadow's heart. He was really grateful that he found this family. He was not alone anymore.

'Oh right. I should see Marie, tomorrow. I have a lot of explaining things to do to her. I hope she will forgive me for not returning soon,' Black Shadow made a mental note.

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Meanwhile, Erick and Elle reached Elle's apartment. The two of them decided to sleepover at her place tonight because it was near to Skull Gang Headquarters.

They didn't want to disturb Raymond and Sarah. They might be sleeping now. They told them a while ago that they would stay in Elle's place tonight because of Elle's work.

They didn't want them to worry so Erick and Elle didn't tell his parents about the Skull Gang's mission. His father, Raymond, was also busy with helping the prosecutor assigned to Family Falcon's Case. They started the reinvestigation and the hearing was about to happen soon.

When they entered her apartment, Elle noticed that Erick was unusually very quiet. She didn't know what's wrong with him. 

Upon reaching her bedroom, Elle decided to ask Erick.

"Hubby, what's wrong? Are you not feeling well? You are not looking good." 

Erick just shook his head while pouting at her. Elle giggled after seeing his grim expression. Elle hugged his waist and asked him again.

"Tell me, hubby. Why are you upset?" Elle flashed her charming smile while looking at him with her cute adorable face.

Erick couldn't resist her charm so he finally gave in.

"I'm jealous. Black Shadow hugged you in front of me. I couldn't bear to see another man hugging you like that. Father-in-law is the only exception."

The moment Elle heard that she erupted into waves of laughter. Her giggle bubbled up in her room. Erick could only sigh in defeat.

"Oh, my hubby is jealous!" Elle teased him more.

"Yeah. I do. You are mine, wifey. You are mine. So. I hate to see other men hugging you. Will you blame me for that?" 

Elle's face brightened up. She loved Erick's possessiveness. Elle immediately shook her head and cupped Erick's face.

Without further ado, she pulled his head closer to her, kissing him passionately with so much eagerness. Her kiss was lingering, making Erick lose his self-control.

He held her waist, pulling her body against his. He brought his other hand at the back of her head, supporting her as he kissed her hard, leaving both of them breathless.

After breaking the kiss, Erick whispered to Elle. "Wifey… I want you now. I want to make love with you."

Elle just nodded her head with a loving smile on her face. She gave him permission.