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The Cost of Revenge
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2025-03-09 19:00:44As the dust settled from the tumultuous rally, Alex found himself in a state of reflection, contemplating the journey that had led him to this pivotal moment. The exhilaration of the campaign, charged with the fervor of passionate supporters, was now tinged with a growing realization: his quest for vengeance could come at a personal cost he had yet to fully comprehend. The adrenaline that had fueled him during the protest was dissipating, revealing the stark reality of the path he had chosen.
In the days following the rally, Alex immersed himself in uncovering the truth about his parents’ deaths. He was driven by a relentless need for justice, a desire to confront those responsible for their tragic fate. Yet, as he navigated the labyrinth of deception and betrayal, he began to notice unsettling changes in his surroundings. It felt as though he was being watched, shadows lurking just beyond his field of vision. At first, he dismissed these feelings as paranoia, a byproduct
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