The drive to the unknown location continued as Chris sat back down, thinking deeply about his next course of action. He had nig even used a full day in country X and he was already being bombarded with responsibilities. He could already feel a splitting headache, one that would reoccur, every day. “Young Master, we have arrived.” He heard Rico’s voice and he looked out of the car’s window to see that they were driving on a dusty road with bushes surrounding everywhere. “This is the main hideout of the organization. The business we operate are scattered around the country but this is the powerhouse of it all.” As Rico spoke, he drove in front of a tall four-story building that had bright lights all over. However, he didn't stop at the entrance of the building, he drove to the back where three men were standing. They looked young but the seasoned and brutal expression they had on, showed that they weren't novices at all. “Welcome.” They bowed as soon as Chris and Rico stepped out.

Chris took a deep breath, as he watched Genie smirking at him, proudly. She seemed to have the upper hand because she had Ria with her and he couldn't fight her else Ria might get hurt. And with nothing else to do, he nodded at her. “Lead the way.” He gestured at her. “That’s what I thought, CEO.” She smiled, looking at Chris from top to bottom with a sassy look. But as soon as she turned around, he immediately took out his phone and started to text Rico. But at the same time, Genie turned around and directly slapped the phone off his hands. “No phones!” She yelled as his phone flew across the large clubhouse. It landed where he didn't even know and Chris glared angrily at her. “Are you out of your mind? What have you done?” He yelled, dragging the attention of some people around. He then swiped his fingers in his hair due to frustration and was about to lunge into the crowd of people to find his phone. But Genie was quick to stop him. “You don’t have much time left. Do you k

The next morning… “When are we leaving today?” Chris asked as soon as Butler Rico walked into his room. “As soon as you are ready,” Rico said, still excited from last night's determination. “The Ricos are ready anytime.” “Get the car ready,” Chris instructed as he got into the bathroom, took a shower and soon he was done. By this time, Ria was already awake too, and as she saw that Chris and the butler were preparing to leave, she frowned. “Are you both going somewhere without me?” Ria asked, with a frown. “It’s the weekend. You don’t have to work overtime, why are you dressed like someone who has to leave for work?” Chris sighed, he never thought Ria would be such a hassle. “I have something to do at the office.” Chris lied. “Just stay home and we will be back soon.” He turned away from her before Ria could say anything. He nodded at the butler to lead the way and they both didn't see the angry expression on Ria’s face. She was vexed that they were leaving without her again,

Chris took a deep breath, staring at the rows of cells with heavy breaths. He had not seen a thing like this before but then he knew that this was the mafia and there was no escaping. Ria was shaken by his side and he turned to her, “You can stay here while we go in.”However, Rico interjected, “No. She will go in too.” The resolute look in his eyes was evident and he stared down at Ria, “You are staying. You wanted to be here so bad, right?”Ria pursed her lips, her eyes roaming around in fear. She looked to Chris for help but he seemed like he was in accordance with Rico’s words. And then she started to wonder if she had shot herself in the foot. She realized what they were hiding from her and she regretted being so curious and impatient. Now, she was roped into something she couldn't explain, and at the back of her mind, she knew that this was a dangerous part of Chris’ life and maybe her life too. “I will go in.” She nodded finally and soon, they all filed in. Chris and Ria too

“Let him go.” Chris waved his hand nonchalantly, and immediately Axe took a step backward. All eyes were on Dan Troy and they waited a few more minutes for him to finally stop shaking. “You better start talking.” Axe waved the nutcracker in his hand threateningly and Dan quickly nodded. “I will speak,” Dan said and Chris folded his hands behind his back. “I work for The Reds.” Dan began and his words didn't come as a surprise to them but only to Ria who was confused. She heard about The Reds from Genie that day in the parking lot and now she started to wonder if they were dangerous too. “But… a mishap happened and I have been trying to get away from them. The leader of The Reds will definitely punish me later and I have to save myself before he gets to me.” Dan suddenly looked scared, his eyes flickering from Axe to Chris. “I need help, please.” He pleaded. However, none of them were fazed and Chris spoke up, “What mishap happened? What did you do?”“I.. I…” Dan started to shake