Chapter 10

The Truth

***Alex's point of view*****

"That's a pity. I wasn't really in the mood to die today."

"I guess so. To bad we don't always get what we want."

"Or do we?"

"We don't."

"Did you ever think we always get what we want, but we just don't realize it." I said with my best smirk. I mean what is a comment without a good smirk.

"How can you believe that?" Evil man asked. (Do you like my new name?)

"I don't."

"Then why are we having this conversation."

"Shut up."

"Why?"

"Because I told you to," he snapped.

"That's not a very good reason."

"Says you."

"Oh, don't be such a party pooper."

"Be quiet kid."

"See, there you go again. You need to let loose."

Veins were almost popping out of his head.

***Ian's point of view******

I sat (okay stood) there watching Alex irritate the man. IS HE STUPID? IS HE TRYING TO GET HIMSELF KILLED? DOES HE NOT REALIZE THAT MAN WILL KILL HIM?

I took some deep breaths to get my hearth rate down. WAIT! IS HE SMIRKING? IF THAT MAN DOESN'T KILL HIM, I WILL.

Deep breaths. He ho he ho. I obviously need to teach that boy a lesson. Veins were just about popping out of the man's head (and neck) What a nice jugular vein. I would what would happen if it just popped? Snap out of it. Focus on the issue.

Alex was suddenly behind the man, who at this point was unconscious. Soon all of the surrounding men were also lying in a heap on the ground. Alex walked around and pulled out what looked like dart out of all of their necks, except the leader the previously unconscious men.

He looked up and seemed to finally remember our presence. His eyes went wide and he quickly moved.

"Shot, forgot you were here."

"Alex, what was that?"

"No time for questions. Come with me."

"Asim, what's going on?"

"Don't worry Amira."

He took us to some place to hide.

"I want answers now." I said before Alex could leave.

"Fine. But I won't be specific. This isn't the place."

I immediately understood.

"I am a spy and yes my real name is Alex Rider."

"Asim, your lying right?" Amira asked and I could see in her eyes the truth might make her world fall apart, but she had to know.

"No."

"Did you like about being my family."

"No, I hope I can adopt you when I leave. You will come with me back to England. I will send you to school. You will have clothes, food, and a house."

"Really?" Her hope, trust, and world seemed to be returning to her eyes.

"I emailed my supervisor and she said she would allow me to take you back with me."

"Wow. I will be with a rich family."

"No rich, at least I don't think so, but maybe better off. I am sorry for lying to you earlier."

"It's okay, I forgive you."

"Thank you."

Suddenly Jabbar/John spoke up, "Alex."

"Yes."

"I remember." I almost fell over in joy. "Ian."

"Thank god." I realized Alex was confused. "Alex, was close to coming back—okay, I wasn't that close, or anywhere near coming back due to the lack of money, clothes, and an id—but then I found you parent. They had no memory of themselves."

"But I thought they were dead. But then I also thought you were dead."

"Well we aren't. But I am glad to see Stormbreaker's launch didn't kill you. You must have been absent that day. I guess that is lucky for you. But a lot of kids must have died, including your friends."

"Or, I stopped Stormbreaker."

"What!?"

"I finished your mission."

"I was mad that MI6 made you a spy, but I hoped that it was little stuff at the very least. That must have been your first mission."

"It was."

"Ian I asked you to take care of him. What did you do? You turn him into a spy."

"I didn't. Alex what are you doing here?"

"Researching a new terrorist organization."

"Alex, you shouldn't be here. You should have refused." Lihia/Helen said.

"I would if I could."

"At least it isn't SCORPIA." Jabbar/John reasoned.

"SCORPIA isn't a threat." Alex smirked.

"ISN'T A THREAT? IT IS THE BIGGEST TERRORIST ORGANIZATION." I said, maybe shouted.

"Not any more?"

"What do you mean?" Jabbar asked in a much more calm voice. He was always better at remaining calm.

"Well Rothman died. Yassen died. Ash died. And oh dear, forgot his man short Chinese man, on the board of directors, also died."

"Oh, shot, I know his name, dang it what was it? Oh well, not important." John said. "Wait, Yassen Gregoravich."

"Yeah."

"How?"

"Shot on Air Force One by Damian Cray. Saw him die. He sent me to Venice, where I was lead to Rothman, who then died when a balloon landed on her. Which was partly my fault. But I was trying to stop them from killing every single kid in England."

"What did Ash have to do with the downfall of SCORPIA?"

"he placed the bomb on your plane. He was a double spy for SCORPIA. He was shot."

"He was your godfather."

"I know. And the Chinese guy broke all of his bones. He was crushed."

"Oh."

I was silent after that. Alex then pushed some button on his shoe.

***Alex's point of view******

I pushed a button on my shoe that would call for help. MI6 better answer this time.

Several hours later, several armed men and Ms. Jones came in.

"Alex, what's wrong?"

"They found me out."

"Do you know where the base is?"

"Yes, I have info on what you need."

"Good." Her eyes scanned the room before landing on my family. "Alex, do you know-"

"Yes, I found out only a few hours ago. That is why I called you. I would have otherwise gone in alone."

"Men escort these people to the plane. I want them to be guarded at all times." Ms. Jones looked at Amira. "So, this must be Amira. I can see why you want to adopt her. I sure Jack will spoil her."

"Hello." Amira smiled up. I could tell Ms. Jones would spoil her.

"We will talk about this later." Uncle Ian said.

"I am sure we will," Ms. Jones responded.

Once my family was out of the room, we prepared for the attack.