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COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 149: The Calm Before the Storm
The dining room of the Griffo mansion was alive with the clinking of glasses and the murmur of conversation. Everyone was gathered the night before the election. Vincenzo leaned over to Rain, his voice soft. "You look stunning tonight, Rain."Rain smiled, a blush creeping up her cheeks. "Thank you, Vincenzo. You clean up pretty well yourself."He chuckled, his eyes sparkling. "I try. It's a special night, after all."Rain's smile faltered for a moment as she thought about the plan she was forced to set in motion. "Yes, it is."Vincenzo observed the difference in her expression and offered comfort by placing a reassuring hand on hers. "Hey, are you okay?" She rapidly nodded and squeezed his hand. "Yes, I just have a lot on my mind." "Well that can’t be good," he said, moving nearer. "What going on?" Rain quickly scanned the room to ensure no one was eavesdropping. “It... the election. Tomorrow is a significant day. I guess I am feeling a bit anxious. Vincenzo smiled, his eyes fill
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 150: Election Day
Nathan stayed outside the private office building of Kim, as the late afternoon sun created elongated shadows on the ground. Feeling a combination of nerves and determination, his heart raced while he straightened his jacket, powering his determination. Kim sat at a large mahogany desk in the dimly lit office, rhythmically tapping his fingers on its glossy surface. Beside him, Anderson paced back and forth, his expression twisted with frustration. "Kim," Anderson growled, "you promised me this election. You said your Yakuza connections would make sure I win. If I lose, it’s not just my career on the line. Your entire operation is at risk."Kim leaned back in his chair, his expression one of cool detachment. "Relax yourself, Anderson. We have everything under control. We have an insider. He will come through for us.”Anderson stopped pacing, glaring at Kim. "An insider? Who?"Kim’s lips curled into a knowing smile. "Trust me, Anderson. All will be revealed in due time. Now, head to t
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 151: Confession
A few hours before the explosion; The black truck rumbled quietly a few blocks away from the polling station. Inside, the Clayton men were tense, their faces illuminated by the dim overhead light. Serge stood at the front, a map of the polling station spread out before him."Alright, listen up," Serge said, his voice low but commanding. "We go in, plant the explosives, and get out quick. No mistakes."One of the men, Danny, raised his hand hesitantly. "Serge, what exactly are we carrying in these bags? They feel pretty heavy."Serge’s eyes narrowed. "You questioning Randy and Bobby’s orders, Danny?"Danny swallowed hard. "No, I just—""Good," Serge cut him off. "Because if you do, you’ll face their wrath. You don’t want that, trust me."The truck fell silent, the tension palpable. Serge took a deep breath and checked his watch. "It’s time. Move out."At the polling station, Anderson stepped out of his car, a confident smirk on his face. Vittorio was already there, surrounded by suppor
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 152: Power Play
The Clayton mansion buzzed with tension as Serge entered the grand hall, his face set in a grim mask. Randy and Bobby Clayton, the notorious twins, stood at the far end, their expressions dark.Randy's voice cut through the silence. "Serge, what happened out there?"Serge sighed, running a hand through his hair. "Vincenzo escaped. But we took out two of their capos. And Anderson... he's dead."Bobby's face twisted with fury. "You failed, Serge! Vincenzo was the target. The rest were just collateral."Serge met Bobby's glare with a steady gaze. "We hit them hard. They're reeling. That's a win."Bobby stepped forward, his fists clenched. "A win? We needed Vincenzo dead! Now he's out there, plotting revenge."Randy placed a calming hand on Bobby's shoulder. "Calm down, Bobby. Let’s think about this."Bobby shrugged off Randy’s hand, his eyes never leaving Serge. "I want answers, Randy. How did they escape?"Serge’s voice was steady, though his eyes flickered with frustration. "They had h
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 153: A Moments of Peace
The ambiance in the Griffo estate was fraught, like a coiled spring about to snap. The typically joyful banquet hall had turned into a setting of heated disputes and strong emotions. The angered capos surrounded the long table in a circle after two of their fellow members were violently killed.Vincenzo remained composed at the head of the table, holding onto a peaceful attitude even as chaos unfolded around him. Observing the room, he observed tightly clenched fists, narrowed eyes, and raised voices. The emergence of sorrow and rage was evident and needed to be addressed to avoid worsening. Rick, recognized for his explosive demeanor, furiously slammed his fist on the table. “We cannot just sit here! We need to avenge our falling capos.!Antonio, a more level-headed capo, shook his head. "And risk more lives? We need to plan this carefully. Charging in blindly will only get us killed.""Carefully?" Rick spat, his face red with fury. "They killed Vittorio and Gio! We need to show th
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 154: The Rise
The dim light of the Clayton mansion flickered as Randy and Bobby studied a map of Philadelphia spread out on an old, marble-crusted table. The brothers, notorious for their ruthless ambition, had spent months tightening their grip on the city's underworld. Now, with the Mayor, Anderson is dead. They now have the interim mayor, Bryan Benson, eating out of their hands. The time had come to eliminate the last obstacle in their path: the Griffo family.Randy, the ruthless one of the two twins, traced his finger over the map. "We've got them cornered, Bobby. The Griffo family is isolated. It's time to finish this."Bobby, leaning against the table, nodded. "Yeah, with the loss of their two most prominent Capos. This is the perfect time. But, Vincenzo's no fool. We need to catch him off guard, make sure he's alone."Randy's eyes gleamed with malevolent intent. "That's where Rain comes in. She's the key to getting close to him."Bobby smirked. "You think she'll be able to do it? She is stil
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 155: The Inauguration
People chatted and laughed in the lively atmosphere of Philadelphia City Hall's grand ballroom, with the pleasant sound of champagne glasses clinking in the luxurious space. The city's most prominent figures gathered to commemorate the beginning of the new mayor's term, a significant event arranged by the Clayton twins. The interim Mayor was Bryan Benson a man who was in leagues with Clayton’s family and as such the Griffo family knew the twins had gained a lot from the disaster that was the last election.Amid the shimmering crowd, Rain glided with skillful elegance, her graceful gown cascading around her like a fluid stream. Yet, she kept watch over the room, looking for any trace of Serge, the hired killer of the Claytons. Vincenzo Griffo, looking impressive in his custom-made suit, stood next to the bar, holding a glass of bourbon. He stared intensely at Rain as she came closer, a grin forming on his face. "Hello beautiful," he called out, his voice smooth and warm. "You look st
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 156: A Date Interrupted
Luna was perched on the edge of her bed, her thoughts racing with the recent day's happenings. The failed campaign and election, the increasing tensions, the ongoing pressure— it was all starting to feel overwhelming. Looking at her phone, she watched videos online hoping to distract herself. A knock came on the door as well as a voice “Can I come in?”Within seconds of the knock, Luna rolled her eyes and knew it was Nathan who was pulling her leg. She replied with. “Come in.”Luna exhaled, feeling a bit of the tension ease from her shoulders. Nathan always had that impact on her. She rose to her feet, adjusted her dress, and examined her reflection in the mirror. She wanted this evening to stand out, a short break from the madness. Luna opened the door and saw Vincenzo standing there, with a gentle smile on his face. "Hey," he greeted her with a brightening smile. "Hey," she replied, stepping aside to let him in."Look at you all dressed up," he said, closing the door behind him.
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Chapter 172: Denouement
Covenants of Chaos: DenouementThe ruins of the Moretti estate still smoldered in the pale light of dawn. The air, thick with ash and the acrid stench of burning wood, carried the weight of a battle won, but at immeasurable cost. Lucas Kane stood amidst the rubble, his shoulders slumped, his breathing heavy. Beside him, Aria Moretti stared into the horizon, her expression unreadable.“You’re quiet,” Lucas said, breaking the silence. His voice was low, hesitant, as though afraid to shatter the fragile moment.Aria didn’t look at him. “What’s there to say?” Her tone was curt, but not sharp. “It’s over.”Lucas shifted, kicking a charred piece of debris with the toe of his boot. “Is it?” He gestured toward the ruins. “This… all of this didn’t just vanish because Silas is gone. The people he hurt, the lives he ruined—none of that disappears.”Aria finally turned to face him, her eyes glassy but resolute. “And what do you want me to do about it? Apologize for him? For what he did?” Her voic
Church 171: Covenants of Chaos
The storm roared over the Moretti property, thunder booming like artillery. Beneath the earth, the cavern shimmered with a foreboding, throbbing glow, archaic markings etched into the rocky ground creating sharp silhouettes. Lucas Kane knelt, his hands tied, as Silas Moretti's stare pressed heavily upon him."You seem let down," Silas remarked, walking back and forth in front of Lucas. The voice of the mafia boss was quiet and mocking. "Did you really believe you could simply enter my home, take what belongs to me, and walk away?" No, Lucas. This concludes here. "This evening, you'll truly grasp what genuine power resembles.""You don't need me for any of this," Lucas growled. He strained against the ropes binding him but didn't flinch. "Let my mother go. She's innocent." Silas laughed, cold and sharp. "Innocent? No one's innocent, Lucas. Least of all Evelyn Kane." He gestured to the corner of the chamber, where Lucas' mother sat slumped, her wrists chained to a metal loop in the wa
Chapter 170: The Offer
The Griffo mansion was quieter now, a deceptive calm settled over it. Vincenzo sat behind his desk, his mind occupied with the recent upheavals. The knock on the door broke his reverie.“Enter,” Vincenzo called, his voice steady.The door opened to reveal Sarai Min Jae, her expression resolute. She stepped inside, closing the door behind her. She had stayed at one of the safe houses they used to keep Nathan in when he was a captive. Her room was heavily monitored. In the office were Vincenzo, Enzo, and Marco who had his arm bandaged up from the gunshot wound.“Sarai,” he began, his voice soft but firm, “we need to talk.” Vincenzo gestured to the chair opposite him. “Sit. ”Marco stared at the 21-year-old girl who sat in front of the desk. She had nice black long hair, he fox eyes were an attractive feature Marco could not ignore. “I hope the safe house wasn’t too rough on you beautiful,” Marco said with a soft tone Sarai looked up at Marco and saw his nice smile. She quickly looked
Chapter 169: The Aftermath
The Griffo mansion bustled with activity. The aroma of antiseptics and the sound of groans filled the dense air. Marco was lying on an improvised medical table, his shirt drenched in blood. “Nurse!” Vincenzo barked, his voice echoing through the hall. “Get over here, now!”A middle-aged nurse hurried to Marco’s side, her hands steady despite the chaos around her. She carefully inspected Marco’s wound."This is going to hurt sir," she cautioned while getting her tools ready. Marco clenched his jaws. “Just do it.” The nurse nodded and quickly extracted the bullet from Marco's shoulder. He uttered a choked scream, his face twisted in agony. "Stay still," she advised while skillfully sewing up the wound. Vincenzo angrily and frustratingly paced nearby, his face a storm of emotion. He muttered to himself, “Dang it. How did they know we were coming.”Vanaken approached, his face pale. “Vincenzo, we need to talk.”Vincenzo stopped pacing and faced him. “What is it?”“The capos are argui
Chapter 168: The Gambit
Kim’s office was dimly lit, the shadows playing across the walls as he waited. The silence was interrupted by a soft knock on the door.“Enter,” Kim called, his voice calm but authoritative.Nakamura stepped inside, his face a mask of professionalism. “You wanted to see me?”Kim gestured to the chair opposite his desk. “Sit. What’s the situation?”Nakamura sat, her eyes narrowing slightly as he leaned forward, his fingers steepled. “Max has informed me about a planned attack by the Griffo family on our organization. It’s set to happen tomorrow .”Kim’s eyes widened, but he quickly composed herself. “Do we know the details?”Nakamura nodded. “Max was able to get the specifics. They plan to hit our main warehouse and the casino simultaneously. They’re hoping to cripple us in one swift move. They are also planning to hit us here at the headquarters.”Kim lets out a low whistle. “Ambitious. But foolish. How reliable is Max’s intel?”“Not that reliable,” Nakamura replied. “But right now it
Chapter 167: A Night to Remember
The day leading to the attack on the Yakuza gang left the mansion in a rare moment of calm. The tension had given way to a fragile sense of peace. As night fell, Vincenzo found himself outside Rain's room, his mind swirling with thoughts of their recent trials and her unexpected loyalty.He knocked softly. "Rain, it's me."The door opened, and Rain stood there, her eyes meeting his. "Vincenzo. What’s up?""I thought we could talk," Vincenzo said, a faint smile playing on his lips. "And maybe have a drink."Rain's eyes sparkled with curiosity. "A drink, huh? Sounds like you have something more in mind.""Perhaps," Vincenzo replied with a wink. "Join me in the study?"Rain agreed by nodding and closing the door behind her while she walked behind him down the hallway. The research was cozy and welcoming, with a fire crackling in the fireplace. Vincenzo filled two wine glasses and passed one to Rain. "To survive another day," he toasted, raising his glass. As he was indicating the upcomi
Chapter 166: The Tides of Betrayal
Vincenzo strode into the dimly lit room, the tension palpable in the air. The Capos were already gathered, their faces a mix of anger and anticipation. Rain followed closely behind, her expression unreadable. Vincenzo returns from his trip with Rain and gathers with the Capos as they discuss plans to lead a reprisal attack on the perpetrators, the Yakuza gang."Alright, let's get to it," Vincenzo said, taking his place at the head of the table. "We've all heard what happened. The Yakuza hit us hard. And it by safe to say there have been how dangerous enemy for a long time. According to Nathan’s insider info they were behind Pedro’s child trafficking operation. There are also the benefactors of the Mexican gang. They are also responsible for Luna’s death. We need to strike back, and we need to do it now."Rick, one of the Capos, leaned forward. "We need to hit them where it hurts. Their operations in the docks are crucial. We take that out, we cripple them.""Agreed," another Capo, Ant
Chapter 165: An Unwelcome Reunion
The heavy oak door creaked open, echoing through the grand yet somber mansion. Kim stood at the threshold, his face a mask of controlled emotion. He watched as his mother-in-law, Mrs. Park, shuffled in, her frail form supported by a cane."Mother," he greeted tersely, stepping aside to let her in. Behind her, Sarai Min Jae followed, her eyes scanning the opulent interior with a mix of nostalgia and unease."Save your greetings for someone who cares Kim," Mrs. Park replied, her voice hoarse. "I wouldn't have come if it weren't for Sarai. The poor girl just wants to see her father."Sarai, now a striking 21-year-old woman, stood awkwardly, clutching her bag. "Dad," she said softly.Kim's eyes softened briefly. "Sarai. It's been too long." Kim steps close to her extending his arm with an invitation to hug. “Come, my dear.” He said as he hugged his daughter and she hugged him back. Sarai had been living with her grandmother for the last six years. Mrs Park had previously refused to let Sa
Chapter 164: Love and Lies
Vincenzo and Rain were getting ready to head off to a crucial appointment as the sun started to rise over the edges of Philadelphia. Vincenzo had to deal with the loss of the shipping company they made use of to transport their illegal merchandise. Thanks to the new mayor's alliance with Clayton the company was now in their control. He would have gladly rescheduled to have more time to mourn Luna’s death but he knew he had to deal with this before they lost even more control of the city. Rain had persistently pushed to go with him, gradually breaking through Vincenzo's initial hesitation. "Do you really want to go with me?" With raised eyebrows, Vincenzo inquired, mildly amused, as he observed Rain packing a small suitcase. “It mostly going to be boring business talks and exchanges.”Rain flashed him a confident smile. "Absolutely. Someone has to keep you out of trouble."Vincenzo chuckled, shaking his head. "I'm not the one who needs a babysitter." He said indicating to Rain herself
