Romeo's nostrils flared with indignation, his fists trembling with suppressed fury as he took a step forward, ready to challenge the imposing men barring their way.But before he could speak, Helen stepped forward, her voice trembling with emotion as she pleaded with the guards. "Please sirs, my mother is unconscious at the moment, and she could die any minute. Please, let us in so they can attend to her."Her words hung in the air, her desperation was evident as she implored the guards to show mercy in their time of need.One of the men stepped forward, and his expression stern and unwavering. "The commissioner of works is inside this ward, and as such, we are here to ensure his security and to ensure that he is not disturbed. You would take your mother out of our sight this minute, or you are going to do nothing but force our hands to do something drastic."Helen's heart sank at his words, the seriousness in his tone and what it meant weighed heavily upon her. She glanced at Romeo,

The commissioner's fingers trembled at his unlocked phone. What greeted his eyes sent a jolt of pure terror coursing through his veins. The screen illuminated with an email that was bold and unmistakable, bearing the subject line: "UPON THE ORDERS OF HIS MAJESTY GENERAL ROMEO STORMBREAKER, YOU ARE HEREBY DISMISSED FROM OFFICE OF COMMISSIONER OF WORKS WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT."As the commissioner's gaze scanned the words, his breath hitched in his throat, and a strangled gasp escaped his lips. Horror etched itself into every line of his face, his eyes widening in disbelief as the implications of the message sunk in. It was as though the ground had fallen away beneath him, leaving him suspended in a void of despair and uncertainty. The weight of his dismissal pressed down upon him like a crushing weight, leaving him reeling with shock and disbelief.Others in the ward glanced his way, and their curiosity was piqued by the commissioner's sudden distress. However before they could inqu

"If you are looking for an extra hand for your stupid gang war, count me out," Romeo said, his voice firm with resolve. "The only thing I owe you is the Fisticuffs Fiesta. I am not going to be one of your goons."Don Frago's smile was chillingly calm. "Everybody out, I need some time alone with Romeo," he instructed.The healer and Don Frago's men exchanged glances, silently acknowledging the seriousness of the situation. Without a word, they filed out of the makeshift medical center, leaving Romeo alone with Don Frago.As Don Frago approached Romeo, his footsteps echoed with purpose, each step was a silent declaration of intent. His gaze, steady and penetrating, bore into Romeo's eyes, seeking to break through the barriers of defiance. With measured movements, he closed the distance between them, his presence casting a shadow over the room."Don't even try to convince me, it would not work," Romeo stated firmly, as his voice was laced with a steely resolve."Romeo, I know what you

Romeo reclined on Helen's bed, his bare torso illuminated by the soft glow of the bedside lamp. With a satisfied grin, he tapped his phone, initiating a call with Lieutenant General Thompson."Hey, lieutenant," Romeo greeted in a low tone, his voice smooth yet charged with anticipation. "Got a minute?"Lieutenant General Thompson's voice crackled through the phone. "It's lieutenant General." Thompson didn't sound too pleased. "And of course, Romeo. What can I do for you?"Romeo leaned back against the pillows, with his eyes gleaming with curiosity. "Remember those trucks our guys intercepted? The ones that were transporting weapons to the Harte Boer weapons depot?""Yeah, I remember," Lieutenant General Thompson replied, his tone was serious. "We managed to salvage quite a haul from those trucks. What do you need to know my prince?"Romeo's interest piqued. "Details, Thompson. I want to know exactly what we're dealing with here.""Okay my prince, so among the inventory recovered are

Two days later, Romeo was seated in a cab, heading to the state court where the court proceedings between the NovaTech group and the Davidson family was to be heard. The radio in the cab was tuned to a news station, and the broadcaster's voice filled the vehicle as he spoke about the impending court case between the NovaTech group and the Davidson family."Today's the big day, folks," the radio announcer declared. "The courtroom is buzzing with anticipation as the NovaTech group prepares to face off against the Davidson family over the three billion dollars lost in the cyber attack."As the broadcast continued, Romeo couldn't help but overhear a conversation between a few business CEOs and elites there at the background after they were asked for their opinions concerning the impending court case."I just can't wrap my head around it," one of the CEO's exclaimed incredulously. "Why would NovaTech go after the Davidsons like this? They're worth billions themselves." He replied to an in