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Throughout the journey, Brandon and Emily remained silent. Brandon appeared joyful as his plan had succeeded, while Emily seemed anxious. Her face was furrowed, one hand massaging her forehead in frustration.

Upon reaching a crossroads where they had to decide whether to go to Alexander's house or El Barack's apartment, Brandon finally spoke up to offer a choice to Emily.

"Where should I take you, to Alexander's house or El Barack's apartment? Who should I meet first between the two?" Brandon's face displayed a serious expression, his eyes filled with unwavering determination. He was done delaying.

"Let's go to Alexander's house," Emily replied. She felt that at least at...