*Chapter 33: The Countdown Begins*
The days passed quickly, with Sophia and Alexander working tirelessly to prepare for the takedown of Alexander's father. Victor provided them with updates on the evidence he was gathering, and Sophia could feel the excitement building.
But as the countdown began, Sophia's nerves started to fray. What if something went wrong? What if they couldn't bring Alexander's father to justice?
Alexander seemed to sense her unease, and he took her hand in his. "We'll get through this," he said. "Together."
Sophia smiled, feeling a sense of gratitude towards him. She knew that she wasn't alone in this fight, and that gave her the strength to keep going.
The night before the planned takedown, Sophia couldn't sleep. She was too anxious, too worried about what might happen.
Alexander was awake too, and he pulled her into his arms. "It's going to be okay," he whispered. "We'll face whatever comes next, together."
Sophia nodded, feeling a sense of calm wash over her. She knew that she could trust Alexander, and that gave her the courage to face whatever lay ahead.
The next morning, Sophia and Alexander met with Victor at a pre-arranged location. Victor handed them each a small earpiece, and Sophia felt a surge of adrenaline.
"It's time," Victor said. "Let's do this."
Sophia nodded, her heart racing with excitement. She knew that this was it, the moment of truth. They were going to take down Alexander's father, and nothing would ever be the same again.
As they set out to put their plan into action, Sophia felt a sense of determination. She was ready to face whatever came next, knowing that she had Alexander by her side.