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Chapter 7 - The Crucifixion Artist & Sultan’s Arrival

[Scene – A Man Returns]

A blonde-haired man in a black half-shirt layered over a white undershirt stepped out of a private jet, stretching his arms wide. He looked around the Britain airport, then smirked.

> Sultan: "Wallahi... I'm back in Britain, finally."

The airport manager welcomed him as staff and journalists surrounded him. Soon, a black luxury car rolled up and stopped by a stage. He stepped up, smiled to the crowd, and raised his hands.

> Sultan: "Dear friends and brothers, I'm here again… to offer my heart and support. Your love and respect mean everything. My name is Sultan Sheikh Farhan... and I'm here to help this country."

He waved. The crowd cheered. Cameras flashed.

Far above, Martin watched silently from a rooftop, sipping dark wine.

> James: "Who is that guy?"

> Martin: "The second-richest man's brother. Sultan Sheikh Farhan. In 1997, he split from his brother and got half of their father's wealth. Now he's here."

> Lucas: "Hmm. That's big news."

Later that day, Sultan was in his hotel bed, bored and restless.

> Sultan: "I need to feed my mind. I need books. Something... to calm my overthinking."

A hotel worker answered:

> "There's a man named Martin. Owns a library. He's... not ordinary."

Sultan raised a brow.

> Sultan: "Huh? Martin? Interesting…"

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[Scene – Martin's Night]

Martin, wounded in the arm, was being stitched by a doctor.

> Doctor: "It's a light cut. You'll be fine."

> Martin: "Thanks."

When the doctor turned away, Martin's smile faded.

> Martin: "Forgive me."

He grabbed the doctor, bit deep into his neck, draining his blood. The doctor collapsed.

Later, Lucas arrived at the scene.

> Lucas: "Another drained corpse. Just like the others."

Martin stood in front of his mirror. In the reflection, a convoy of black cars approached.

> Martin (whispering): "So he's come."

The door opened. Sultan entered with two bodyguards.

> Martin: "An honor, Sultan."

> Sultan: "Wallahi, you recognized me from afar. Respect. I was told you're the man with the right books."

> Martin: "And you're looking for books on overthinking and OCD, yes?"

> Sultan: "Correct."

> Martin: "To overcome OCD, you must step into discomfort. I have books that confront the root."

> Sultan: "Perfect. Here, a gift for you."

He handed over a polished box. Inside was a glowing gem.

> Sultan: "Cost: two million."

> Martin (smiling faintly): "I'll keep it safe. Thank you."

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[Scene – A New Killer Rises]

Elsewhere, a man named Oscar worked silently. Then, out of nowhere, he crucified a woman and child.

> Lucas: "He crucified a mother… and her child. This... this is wild."

Calls were made. Lucas wanted to call Martin but hesitated.

> Lucas: "He's too busy. But I need answers."

Three days later, another crucifixion. A couple this time. Lucas stared at the crime scene.

> Lucas: "Oscar. This pattern... it's him again."

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[Scene – The Confrontation]

Oscar was walking alone when he saw a figure in his path.

> Martin: "I love your art."

> Oscar (confused): "What…?"

> Martin: "Your crucifixions. Even your symmetry. But today… today is June 9th. Tomorrow is Christ's Day. I know what you're planning."

Oscar was stunned.

> Oscar: "You... you know me?"

> Martin: "Let me help."

The next day, June 10th — the Day of Christ — Martin lifted Oscar's cross.

> Martin: "Since you long for sacrifice… let me perfect your ritual."

He nailed Oscar's hands into the wood.

> Oscar: "I can die peacefully now. Thank you for understanding me."

> Martin: "You reflect the world's sickness. That's why... I help monsters."

Martin then tightened ropes, crucified him fully, and left the scene.

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[Scene – The Farm Discovery]

Two days later, a farm worker found blood on a rooftop. He climbed up, only to find a horrifying sight. A crucified man — Oscar — still hanging, chest ripped open.

> "Call the FBI!"

Lucas arrived shortly after.

> Lucas: "It's the same guy from before. But... he's dead."

He knelt near the corpse, inspecting it.

> Lucas: "Neck and chest cut clean. Blood drained. This... this isn't just a crucifixion."

[Flashback – Martin's Final Ritual]

Oscar's body bled from neck and chest. Martin caught the blood in a wine flask.

> Martin (calmly): "Perfect. For tonight."

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[Scene – Lucas Reflects]

> Lucas: "That psychopath used the blood of another killer… to become something else."

> "He's not just helping monsters. He's feeding on them. Improving. Growing."

> "God help us all."

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To Be Continued...

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