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BANG BANG BANG CHAPTER 15: WARPATH
The air inside The Black Lotus Casino buzzed with newfound energy. The staff and guards, once uncertain of their fate, had quickly adapted to their new boss, Carrick Gale.Seated in the VIP lounge, Carrick surveyed his latest conquest. His fingers tapped idly against his whiskey glass as he listened to Kasper deliver his report."The Gale family isn’t taking this lightly," Kasper muttered, leaning back in his chair, a cigarette dangling from his lips. "Domino’s already mobilizing. Word is, he’s tightening security around his other businesses. He knows you’re coming."Carrick smirked. "Good. I want him to know. Let him spend resources guarding what he can’t protect."Elias Kane chuckled from the side. "Damn, kid. You’ve got balls." He leaned forward, elbows on the table. "But what’s the play here? You hit his casino, pissed him off, and now he’s going to come at you swinging. Are we gonna wait for that?"Carrick took a slow sip of whiskey before setting the glass down. "No," he said si
BANG BANG BANG CHAPTER 16: BREAKING THE BANK
The Gale family’s financial empire was vast, but Carrick knew something crucial, money is power. If he wanted to cripple Domino Gale, he had to take away his wealth before making his next move.And he had the perfect target.11:45 PM.Carrick stood at the center of a dimly lit room, a detailed blueprint of the Valerian Private Bank spread across the table. Around him sat his most trusted allies, Jack Harris, Elias, Kasper, Lila, and Alex.Carrick tapped the vault’s location with his index finger.“This is where we strike.”Jack leaned forward, rubbing his stubbled chin. “The Valerian Bank? That’s not just any bank, kid. That’s where the biggest crime families stash their money. Breaking in is like declaring war.”Carrick smirked. “War’s already coming, Jack. Might as well fund it with their own money.”Elias chuckled. “I like the way you think.”Alex adjusted his glasses, studying the security layout. “This place is a fortress. We’re looking at high-level encryption, biometric locks,
BANG BANG BANG CHAPTER 17: THE FIRST STRIKE
The stolen documents lay scattered across the table, their secrets unraveling before Carrick’s eyes. Offshore accounts, laundering routes, shell companies, this was the Gale family’s financial skeleton, and now, it was in his hands.Jack lit a cigar, exhaling slowly. "Alright, kid. We just robbed the most dangerous criminal bank in the country. What’s the next move?"Carrick’s lips curled into a smirk. "We bleed Domino dry. Not just his money, his allies, his connections, his influence. We cut him off from everything."Elias whistled. "Damn, you’re ruthless."Carrick’s expression was stone-cold. "Not ruthless. Just efficient."Alex, already deep in the files, adjusted his glasses. "If we want to cripple Domino, we need to start at the heart of his empire, his business partners."Carrick nodded. "Who’s the biggest?"Alex tapped his screen. "Two names stand out.. Carter Holdings and Maxwell Industries. Both are heavily tied to Gale operations. Without them, Domino’s businesses crumble."
BANG BANG BANG CHAPTER 18: DOMINO'S DESPERATION
Zenith Safehouse.The air in the safehouse was thick with tension. The stolen USB drive sat in the middle of the table, a small object that held the power to destroy Domino Gale.Carrick leaned back in his chair, tapping his fingers against the wooden surface. His mind raced, calculating his next move.Jack exhaled a cloud of smoke. "So, what’s the plan, boss? We’ve got Domino’s balls in a vice. Time to squeeze?"Carrick smirked. "Not yet."Elias raised an eyebrow. "What? We’ve got blackmail on a senator,hell, probably dozens of them. We could burn Domino down tonight."Carrick shook his head. "Burning him down isn’t enough. I want to watch him suffer first."Alex, typing furiously on his laptop, glanced up. "I did a deep dive into the files on the USB. Domino has dirt on half the city, politicians, police, even CEOs."Carrick’s eyes darkened. "Which means he’ll fight tooth and nail to get it back."Jack cracked his knuckles. "So we make him come to us."Carrick smirked. "Exactly."Do
BANG BANG BANG CHAPTER 19: BLOOD IN THE WATER
The air inside Zachary Gale’s private study was thick with cigar smoke and tension. The old man sat behind his oak desk, swirling a glass of whiskey, his eyes fixed on his eldest son.Domino stood before him, shoulders stiff, his jaw locked in frustration. He had spent the entire day putting out fires, bribing officials, and silencing whispers. Yet, the damage Carrick had inflicted was spreading like a disease.Zachary set his glass down. “So tell me, Domino, how the hell did a dead man come back and bring us to our knees?”Domino’s fingers twitched. “I don’t know. But Carrick isn’t the same kid we buried. He’s stronger, smarter, dangerous.”Zachary leaned forward, his expression unreadable. “Then kill him.”Domino exhaled sharply. “It’s not that simple. He’s surrounded by mercenaries, hackers, and some of the best shooters I’ve seen.”Zachary’s lips curled. “Then hire better.”Domino hesitated. “I already called in the Butchers.”Zachary raised an eyebrow. “And?”Domino swallowed. “T
BANG BANG BANG CHAPTER 20: THE PRICE OF WAR
Domino stood in his father’s office, the air tense with unspoken fury. The stench of whiskey and burnt cigar filled the room. Zachary sat behind his desk, his fingers steepled together as he regarded his son with cold calculation."You’re losing," Zachary said finally, his voice even but sharp.Domino clenched his jaw. "It’s not over."Zachary’s gaze didn’t waver. "Carrick just obliterated two of our major assets in one night. You think that’s nothing?"Domino exhaled sharply, trying to keep his anger in check. "I underestimated him."Zachary smirked. "No, you didn’t. You knew he was dangerous. You just weren’t good enough to stop him."The words stung, but Domino refused to react. "I’ve already put plans in motion. I have contacts in the East Syndicate, men who don’t care about money, only blood."Zachary’s smirk deepened. "And what’s the price?"Domino hesitated. The East Syndicate didn’t come cheap. The deal he made would cost them control over key ports and routes in exchange for
BANG BANG BANG CHAPTER 21: THE HUNTER AND THE HUNTED
Carrick sprinted through the burning docks, weaving between debris and gunfire. His heart pounded in his chest, but his mind was razor-sharp. The roar of bullets was deafening, the scent of gunpowder thick in the air.Maximus was right behind him, his dual pistols blazing as he took down enemies with brutal efficiency. Jack and Elias flanked from the left, their movements calculated, lethal.From the loudspeakers, Domino’s voice dripped with amusement."Run, little brother. Let’s see how far you get before I put a bullet in your skull."Carrick ducked behind a metal container, reloading his weapon with practiced ease. He tapped his earpiece."Alex, status?"Alex’s voice came through, sharp and urgent. "You need to get the fuck out of there! They’ve got you surrounded on all sides. This wasn’t just a trap—it’s a fucking execution."Carrick exhaled. His brother wasn’t just trying to kill him. He was making a statement.Maximus crouched beside him, peering over the crate. "We’re boxed in
BANG BANG BANG CHAPTER 22: BAPTIZED IN FIRE
The explosion ripped through the docks with a deafening BOOM! The force sent Carrick hurtling backward, slamming into a stack of crates. His ears rang, the world spinning in a haze of fire and smoke.For a moment, all he could hear was the distant roar of flames and the muffled screams of the dying. His body ached, his head throbbing.Then.. Gunfire.Carrick forced his eyes open, vision blurred. Through the smoke, he could make out figures moving—some running, some crawling, some lying motionless in pools of blood.Maximus was already on his feet, dragging an injured Jack behind cover. His face was smeared with ash, a gash bleeding at his temple."Carrick!" Maximus’s voice was urgent. "Can you move?"Carrick gritted his teeth and pushed himself up. Pain lanced through his ribs. "Barely," he muttered.Jack groaned, clutching his side. "Fucking bastard had a detonator the whole time…""Of course, he did." Maximus scowled, peering through the smoke. "Where the hell is Domino?"Carrick’s
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CHAPTER 104. THE PRICE OF POWER
The following morning, the estate was quieter than usual, but there was an unease that hung in the air. It wasn’t just the silence...it was the tension. Carrick’s actions the previous night had rippled through the underworld like a stone dropped into a still pond. Every family, every loyalist, every rival had felt it, and now they were waiting. Waiting for the next move.Carrick stood at the balcony again, his eyes scanning the city. The streets were still, the tension palpable. People were walking on eggshells, and Carrick could feel it. The empire he was building was delicate. One wrong move, and it could crumble beneath him. But he wasn’t about to let that happen.Marco entered the room, his expression tight. The years of brotherhood between them hadn’t dulled the sharpness of their arguments, but today, there was something more in Marco’s eyes. Worry. Concern. A desperation Carrick hadn’t seen before.“Carrick,” Marco said, his voice steady but strained. “We need to talk. About la
CHAPTER 103. THE DARKEST CORNER
The cold wind whipped through the narrow alleys of the Gale estate, the moonlight casting long shadows on the cobblestone streets. Carrick stood by the edge of the balcony again, the same spot where he had stood earlier that day. But now, there was a gnawing emptiness in the air, as if the city itself was holding its breath. The power he had seized was not a comfort. It was a weight. A burden that pressed down on him every moment.Inside the estate, the atmosphere was thick with tension. The council room, usually filled with casual chatter and scheming, was eerily quiet. Carrick had been spending less time in the boardrooms lately and more time on the streets, dealing with the remnants of the old order. Each deal, each confrontation, had taken its toll. He had started to feel the cracks in his control, as if the power he had so ruthlessly claimed was slipping through his fingers like sand.“Carrick,” Marco’s voice broke through the silence. “We’ve got a problem.”Carrick didn’t turn a
CHAPTER 102: NO REST FOR KINGS
The streets of the city seemed quieter than usual as Carrick stood on the balcony of the Gale estate, but he knew better. It wasn’t peace...it was fear. Fear gripped every corner, every alleyway, every rival family. Carrick Gale wasn’t a rumor anymore. He was reality. But power like this came with a cost. He could feel it pressing against his back like the cold barrel of a loaded gun.Inside the estate, the council room was already filling up.Marco was the first to speak as Carrick entered, his voice laced with concern. “Enzo and the others are downstairs. They want to pledge formally.”Darius yawned and leaned against the wall. “Good. Let’s not keep them waiting.”Carrick adjusted his cufflinks calmly. “Bring them in.”Moments later, Enzo entered, followed by a dozen men. They were all hardened men, bloodied from years under Moreno’s shadow, but tonight, they looked like schoolboys waiting for a principal’s verdict.Enzo cleared his throat nervously. “Boss... I mean, Carrick, sir...
CHAPTER 101. CEMENTING POWER
The night was far from over. Even as the flames from the Moreno estate flickered in the distance, Carrick knew this was only the beginning. Killing Moreno was a statement, a warning to any who still doubted his claim to power. But power wasn’t just about eliminating enemies...it was about control. Total control.As they drove back to the Gale estate, the tension inside the car was thick. Marco sat in silence, staring out the window, while Elias tapped his fingers against his knee impatiently.Darius finally spoke up, his usual smirk in place. “Well, that was fun. Can’t say I’ll miss Moreno. Guy was a snake.”Victor nodded in agreement. “Still, his connections ran deep. His men won’t just disappear. Some will scatter, but others will look for new leadership.”Carrick, sitting in the passenger seat, glanced at Victor. “Then we absorb them before someone else does.”Marco scoffed. “And you think they’ll just join you willingly?”Carrick smirked. “Everyone has a price.”Elias leaned forwa
CHAPTER 100: THE CLAIMS
The night air was thick with the smell of gunpowder and blood. The docks, once a battleground of betrayal, had fallen into silence. The echoes of gunfire had faded, replaced by the occasional groan of the wounded and the distant wail of police sirens.Carrick stood over his father’s lifeless body, his gun still warm in his grip. For a moment, he felt nothing. No satisfaction, no sorrow...just a hollow stillness.Marco stared at Zachary’s corpse, his expression unreadable. He had always been his father’s favored son, yet he didn’t speak. Perhaps he finally realized that Zachary had never truly loved either of them...only power.Darius stepped forward, nudging Zachary’s body with his boot. “Well, that’s that. Should we celebrate? Or are we mourning?”Carrick exhaled slowly, holstering his gun. “Neither. We’re not done.”Victor wiped blood from his sleeve. “You mean taking over the Gale Empire?”Carrick turned to him, his gaze sharp. “That’s exactly what I mean.”Elias chuckled, crossing
CHAPTER 99. UNDESERVING OF FORGIVENESS
Carrick sat motionless, his fingers drumming lightly on the wooden surface of his desk. His piercing gaze remained fixed on Marco, who stood before him with an uncharacteristic tension in his shoulders.“So, let me get this straight,” Carrick said, his voice slow, deliberate. “You came all the way here… to warn me about our father?”Marco exhaled, his lips pressing into a thin line. “Yes.”Carrick leaned back in his chair, studying his brother with cold amusement. “That’s interesting. Because the last time we spoke, you were quite happy to watch me die.”A flicker of guilt crossed Marco’s face. “I didn’t come here to argue, Carrick.”Victor, standing near the door with his arms crossed, scoffed. “Then what exactly do you want? Forgiveness? A fresh start?”Marco’s gaze darted to Victor before settling back on Carrick. “I don’t expect either of those things.”Carrick exhaled, shaking his head. “Then why the hell should I believe a word you say?”Marco took a step forward, his fists clen
CHAPTER 98. LINGERING SHADOW
The weight of the city pressed down on Carrick’s shoulders. The war had been won, but there was no peace...not yet.From his penthouse office, he watched the skyline, the lights of New Manhattan twinkling like stars. This was his city now. His empire. And yet, his enemy still lived.Zachary Gale had not disappeared. He had not begged for mercy.And that made him a problem.The soft hum of the city below was a deceptive lullaby, masking the storm brewing in the underworld. Carrick exhaled sharply, his fingers tapping rhythmically against his desk. He had stripped Zachary of his wealth, his power, and his men. But the man was still standing, still plotting. That was a mistake Carrick intended to correct.The door to his office creaked open.Elias stepped inside, his usual cocky smirk absent. “We have a situation.”Carrick turned, his sharp gaze locking onto him. “Go on.”Elias placed a file on the desk and flipped it open. “Zachary’s been making moves. He’s been seen meeting with former
CHAPTER 97: A THRONE WITHOUT CHAINS
The night was long, but the war was over.Carrick Gale stood at the window of his penthouse, staring at the city that now belonged to him. The Gale Family was finished. His father, Zachary, had been exposed, abandoned, and stripped of power.But victory didn’t feel the way he expected.The weight of his actions settled in his chest. He had fought, plotted, and won, but there was no celebration, no moment of relief. Because now, the real work began.Behind him, Victor Alistair poured himself a drink. “You’re too quiet,” he said. “I figured you’d be enjoying this.”Carrick turned slightly, his face unreadable. “What’s there to enjoy?”Victor raised an eyebrow. “You crushed Zachary. His allies turned against him. His own men left him to rot. His empire is in flames. That’s exactly what you wanted.”Carrick exhaled. “And yet, he’s still breathing.”Victor chuckled. “Barely. Word is, he’s been trying to cut deals with anyone who’ll listen, but no one trusts him anymore. He’s got nothing le
CHAPTER 96: NO WAY OUT
The night was silent, but Carrick knew it wouldn’t last.The storm was coming.Zachary had made his move, attacking their businesses and setting up an ambush. Now, it was Carrick’s turn to respond.But this time, he wasn’t just going to fight.He was going to cripple Zachary Gale.Carrick leaned against the desk, his fingers drumming against the wood as he studied the information Elias had pulled from Zachary’s private ledger. The room was dimly lit, and the tension in the air was thick.Victor, standing with his arms crossed, broke the silence first.“So, let me get this straight...Zachary’s been stealing from his own people?”Elias nodded, his expression smug. “Yep. Skimming profits from his allies, running deals under the table, and...oh, this is the best part...he’s been making side agreements with rival families.”Darius let out a low whistle. “That’s suicide.”Carrick smirked. “It is. Once his allies find out, they’ll tear him apart.”Victor leaned forward. “How do we make sure
