AN: Special thanks goes to The Story's Shadow for writing the second half of this chapter.
"Excellent work on capturing Patriot." Imperious congratulated his lead general through his general's holographic projector.
"My plan worked to perfection. Ironically my capture led to the capture of Patriot, and I also have a plan to capture my next target," Wraith said with an evil smile, "Master, I humbly ask for your help in setting my next plan in motion."
"What do you require?" Imperious asked in a sincere tone.
"I require the location of the remaining Secret Warriors, for they have eluded the eyes of my spies that are positioned throughout the city," Wraith said in an embarrassed tone, which made Imperious chuckle.
"I will gladly provide their location..."
-Meanwhile-
"Always hoped I'd eventually end up at Avengers Tower. But as an actual Avenger, not 'cause our base got destroyed." Kamala said in a bitter tone as she and her remaining friends could be found on the top floor of Avengers Tower.
Currently, Daisy and Vixen could be found having a private meeting with Captain Marvel, while the other remaining Secret Warriors could be found either sitting on the couch or pacing nervously.
"You're not the only one," Doreen said with a sad smile as she now took a seat next to her best friend.
Doreen ran a hand through her hair.
"Just to recap, not only did Wraith escape... but he also destroyed our hideout, and captured Rayshaun," Doreen said in a now bitter tone as her hands balled into fists, "We've just begun being a couple, and now he's gone."
Kamala to put a hand on Doreen's shoulder. Kamala was about to speak up when Dante let out a loud sigh that earned everyone's attention.
"How the hell did this happen?" Dante asked angrily as his fists ignited due to his anger, which earned looks of agreement from the other three Secret Warriors who were present.
-Meanwhile-
"My guess is that Wraith wanted to be captured, that way he could gain access to our headquarters," Daisy explained to Captain Marvel, "We wouldn't be here if his plan failed, but here we are."
Captain Marvel nodded.
"A damn Trojan Horse!" Vixen hissed angrily.
"I had a feeling that his capture was...too easy," Daisy said.
"*Sighs* Agreed," Vixen groaned.
"What do you mean?" Captain Marvel asked.
"Even though we have the weapons Crusader gave us, which may have done some damage to him, he probably planned for that. He's a ninja and likely has more experience in combat than any of us here. He's no telling how old so he probably planned and improvised his capture," Daisy answered.
"She's right, from the stories I've heard about him say that Wraith is very cunning and incredibly dangerous as a commander but also as a warrior. Despite having the blade my father gave me, I should've realized his deceit. That and as we know, he doesn't seem to have the usual honor code of the ninja, whether one believes in such a thing or not," Vixen added.
"He tricked all of us," Captain Marvel said.
"And it cost us another friend," Daisy hissed.
The three stood there, silent for a few minutes, unsure of what to say.
"What's his next move?" Captain Marvel finally said, looking at Daisy.
"Vixen?" Daisy said, looking at her friend.
"I...I don't know..." Vixen said.
-A few buildings away from Avengers Tower-
Wraith stood gazing at the tower. Behind him stood some of the soldiers he commanded. The tops of the buildings around him had more as his force surrounded the tower from a distance.
"In time, it will fall. But not yet, there's more work to be done," Wraith chuckled.
To Be Continued...
