Xander's POV

The night apparently held more surprises for us. In the shadows of an unfamiliar alley, we found ourselves face to face with a group of menacing figures. Their demands cut through the night air, a harsh reminder of the dangers that lurked in the city's underbelly.

"Well." I muttered as we walked along quietly, taking in the cool night air. "That was fun."

She leaned up to kiss my cheek smiling at me, "Thank you Xander."

I smiled back, "Does that mean you forgive me now? We are even."

"No, not really." She said quickly, almost nonchalantly. I frowned, "We aren't?"

"You got me beaten up by a...