Surviving the Apocalypse with my Multiplier System novel Chapter 44

Julian sat down in the back of his luxury car, adjusting his suit slightly. His facial expression was neutral but the tension in the car was high.

"Boss, are you sure you need to do this?", asked Noah from the drivers seat, turning on the ignition.

Julian made eye contact with Noah through the mirror, "Unless you have a better idea, then yes". His voice was quiet and had a slightly teasing tone.

Noah lowered his head, unable to reply. He’s been trying to think of different ways to go about luring Damien out of his hiding place, but nothing came to mind. The last few months had taken a toll on him, making him feel useless for not being able to help Julian more.

Julian saw the sullen expression on Noah’s face and smiled.

"Don’t be too hard on yourself. It’s not like I’m actually going to die", he said.

Noah showed a small self deprecating smile, "But you’ll have to spend years if not the rest of your life in hiding!"

"Not if we get Damien quickly. As soon as he’s out of the picture and his gang falls apart, then I can make a comeback. You can even post my face on the cover of every magazine at that point", chuckled Julian.

"Plus, that bunker is actually really nice, it’ll be like a much deserved vacation", he added.

The two men drove up to a luxurious building. This was the location for the much anticipated underground auction, and the starting point for Julian’s plan to lure Damien out of hiding.

Julian stepped out of the car and walked into the beautiful building followed by Noah. There were many elites and undercover bosses gathered here today, everyone dressed extravagantly to show off their wealth.

Julian made his way over to the previously reserved booth where he met Ian. _{freeweɓnovēl.coɱ}

"Boss, you’re here". Ian was dressed in an all black suit, looking extra fearsome due to his serious facial expression.

"Yes, I hope everything is in order?", asked Julian as he looked around the auction hall.

Ian nodded, "Yes, everything is prepared to go as planned. Just before the last items auction you will get shot from across the hall. The perfect body double has already been prepared".

One of the recent developments in REN Corp.’s research facilities was this synthetic body double. Using advanced technology it can be formed to look, feel, bleed, and even smell like a specific person, in this case Julian.

"The escape vehicle is also ready and waiting", added Ian. He had an ear piece so that he could communicate with the other security detail.

Julian nodded and sat down, his eyes glued to the stage to appear invested in the auction.

As the evening went on, the skillful auctioneer presented many precious items that only a few people could afford.

Julian placed a few bids here and there to seem normal, winning a bid for a vintage 8 carat flawless diamond ring that was a one-of-a-kind design by world renown jeweler. The ring cost him over 10 million dollars, causing many people in the crowd to speculate why he bought it.