a long wait

Chapter 12: The Safe House

Ishan and Raha followed the alleyway, their eyes scanning the surroundings for any signs of danger. They knew they had to be careful, that the agents and scientists could be anywhere.

As they walked, Ishan pulled out his phone and dialed a number. Raha looked at him curiously, but Ishan just shook his head.

"Trust me," he said.

After a few moments, someone answered the phone. Ishan spoke in hushed tones, explaining their situation.

Raha listened, trying to make sense of what was happening. Who was Ishan talking to? And where were they going?

Finally, Ishan hung up the phone and turned to Raha. "We have a place to go," he said. "A safe house."

Raha's eyes widened. "What is it?" she asked.

Ishan smiled. "It's a place where we can hide out for a while. We'll be safe there."

Raha nodded, feeling a surge of relief. She was tired of running, tired of being scared.

As they walked, Ishan led Raha through the winding streets of the city. They passed by tall buildings and busy streets, until they finally reached a small, nondescript house.

Ishan knocked on the door, and after a moment, it was answered by a woman with a kind face.

"Welcome," she said, smiling at Raha. "I'm Sarah. Come on in."

Raha followed Ishan into the house, feeling a sense of relief wash over her. They were safe, at least for now.

As they entered the living room, Raha saw that it was filled with computers and equipment. There were several people working at the computers, their faces intent.

"What is this place?" Raha asked, looking around in wonder.

Ishan smiled. "This is a safe house," he said. "A place where people can come to hide and to plan their next move."

Raha's eyes widened. "What kind of people?" she asked.

Ishan's expression turned serious. "People who are in danger," he said. "People who are being hunted by the government or by other organizations."

Raha felt a surge of fear. What had she gotten herself into?

But as she looked around the room, she saw that everyone was working together, trying to help each other. She saw that they were all in this together.

And she knew that she was safe, at least for now..