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COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 17: The Burden of Power
Lucas paced his room, his fingers grasping the bridge of his nose as he tried to relieve the pounding in his head. The sight he had observed – the attack on the Moretti estate – left him feeling both physically and mentally drained, and the aftermath was proving to be just as heavy.He successfully persuaded Isabella to act, to rally the security team and ready themselves for the looming attack, but the burden of the duty was overwhelming. What if he was mistaken? What if his perception was merely a creation of his mind, and he had unnecessarily endangered everyone? The noise of the door slowly opening caused him to stop in his tracks, his heart pounding in his chest. He glanced to find Isabella positioned in the doorway, her face showing no clear emotion. "How's everything going out there?" he inquired, his tone strained. Isabella breathed out gently, entering the room and shutting the door after her. "The security team is extremely vigilant, and I've increased the patrols around
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 18: Isabella's Secret Defiance
The shadows created by the flickering candles swayed across the walls of Isabella's room, generating a haunting, nearly menacing ambiance. Lucas remained in the middle of the opulent area, his heart racing, his thoughts swirling from the sight he had just witnessed."Silas is going to die," he said again, the phrase feeling strange on his tongue. "I witnessed it, Isabella." "An individual is about to murder him." Isabella's stare was steady, her face inscrutable. "Are you certain regarding that?" Lucas nodded, his hands balling into fists beside him. Affirmative. I witnessed it occur, obvious as daylight. "He was fired upon, directly in the back." Isabella released a gentle sigh, her gaze falling to the ground. "Next, we must determine how to halt it." Lucas blinked, taken aback by her response. "Hold on, you trust me?" "Just like this?" Isabella locked eyes with him, a sardonic grin lingering at the edge of her mouth. "I have come to trust your visions, Lucas." "I wish I could d
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 19: The Shadow of Victor Halloran
The city lights sparkled in the distance while Lucas stood on the balcony, his eyes focused on the vast grounds of the Moretti estate. His thoughts were spinning after his talk with Isabella, the disclosure of her hidden intentions to overthrow her father causing him to feel uneasy and disoriented. "Hard to believe," he murmured, combing his fingers through his hair. "Why on earth did I get involved in all this?" A gentle tap at the door interrupted his musings, and he looked over to find Isabella positioned at the entrance, her demeanor cautious. "Can we have a conversation?" she inquired, her tone soft. Lucas paused briefly, then agreed, motioning for her to enter. Of course. "What's happening?" Isabella entered, shutting the door after her. She walked across the room, sitting on the edge of the bed, her fingers nervously playing with the fine lace trim on the blanket. "I, um..." "I wished to say sorry," she stated, her eyes focused on her palms. "Regarding my earlier reaction
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 20: A Fragile Alliance
The estate bustled with energy, guards hurrying to take their places as Silas Moretti's voice echoed commands. Lucas lingered in the darkness, his heart racing in his chest as he attempted to comprehend the turmoil happening around him. "Victor Halloran," he murmured quietly, the name leaving a sour flavor in his mouth. "Who on earth is that?" He didn't have the time to contemplate it, however. With the distant echoes of gunfire ringing out, he realized he had to locate Isabella. She held the crucial information about what was occurring, and if she faced threats, he couldn't merely remain passive. Gathering his courage, Lucas navigated the twisting hallways, hiding behind turns and sticking to the darkness. At last, he arrived at Isabella's room, with the door slightly open. "Isabella?" he shouted, his tone quiet. "Are you inside?" A brief moment of silence passed, then the door opened, revealing Isabella's face, her expression showing both concern and relief. "Lucas!" she whisp
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 30: Rebirth
Lucas jolted awake, his eyes snapping open as he struggled to catch his breath. Yet, something felt... unusual. He blinked as his surroundings sharpened into clarity, and that's when he understood – this wasn't the medical section of the Moretti estate. He found himself in a snug bedroom, gentle morning light streaming through the lace-edged drapes. Looking down, he realized he was gazing at delicate, feminine hands, wearing a shirt – no, _her_ shirt – in a gentle pink hue that was definitely not his. . "What the..." he gasped, his tone more elevated and softer than he recalled. A wave of panic surged in his chest as he hurriedly sat up, his eyes flicking around the strange room. Where was he located? What took place? Abruptly, a disembodied voice resonated throughout the area, tranquil and steady. "Welcome, Lucas Kane. Or should I say, Jennifer Sinclair."Lucas – _Jennifer_ – whirled around, searching for the source of the voice. "Who's there? What's going on?""Do not be alarm
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 22: A Not So Soft Morning
Jenifer Carlson stared at her image in the cracked bathroom mirror, reflecting on the person she had become. Looking at her reflection, she noticed a weary 28-year-old woman with dark under-eye circles, a stark contrast to her once energetic and animated demeanor. She splashed cold water on her face, trying to rid herself of the haunting memories of her life."Kain," she croaked, her voice rough from sleep deprivation, shouted out, "Are you awake?"Kain Light grunted from another room, saying, "Yes, I'm awake." "What will we be having for breakfast?"Jenifer breathed heavily and entered the compact kitchen. The walls had peeling paint, while the linoleum floor showed stains and signs of wear. She searched through the mostly vacant pantry and discovered a can of beans."Beans once more?" Kain chuckled as he stumbled into the kitchen, his eyes tired and bloodshot after a night of excessive drinking."It's the only thing we got," Jenifer whispered as she opened the can and emptied it int
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 23: Encircled
The day seemed to stretch on forever, with every minute dragging by slowly. Jenifer kept herself busy cleaning the apartment to distract her mind. She cleaned the floors, cleaned the dishes, and organized the mess. Doing anything to distract herself from facing the despair of her circumstances.Later in the afternoon, a knock was heard at the door. Jenifer became motionless, feeling her heart beat rapidly. Who might that be? She carefully cracked open the door, looking out cautiously.Is that you, Jenifer? A familiar voice said, "It's Lisa."Jenifer swiftly widened the door. Lisa,Hey there! Why are you here?Lisa entered the small apartment, glancing around. "I was concerned about your well-being. You appeared very different yesterday, so when you missed your shift today, I realized there was a problem.Jenifer experienced a surge of thankfulness. "Thanks for showing up, but this isn't the place for you." "It's dangerous.""Not safe?" Lisa frowned. "What's going on, Jen? You can tell
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 24: 2nd Death trail
Jenifer woke up and was instantly surprised by the unfamiliar place around her. The room was lavish, featuring tall ceilings and sumptuous décor. She sat upright, experiencing a peculiar light-headed sensation."Where am I?" she quietly uttered, scanning the area with bewilderment.Her attention was drawn to a mirror on the opposite side of the room. She staggered closer to it and exclaimed. The reflection she saw was not her own. Tall, dark hair, captivating blue eyes, and an unfamiliar face."Oh my God," she whispered. "I am not this."The entrance to the chamber opened, and a maid walked in, holding a tray with breakfast."Miss Isabella, good morning," the maid greeted with a cheerful tone. "After breakfast, your father wishes to meet you in his office."Jenifer's thoughts were racing. Isabella, are you there? Who was Isabella characterized as? She nodded slowly, attempting to restrain her rising panic.She was able to express her gratitude by saying, "Thank you."After the maid de
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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
Chapter 163: Secret of the Shadow
The limousine glided through the softly lit roads of Philadelphia, the quietness inside the car filled with excitement. Raul, head of the Mexican gang, leaned back, his gaze fixed on the city view outside the tinted windows. Sitting across from him, Mr. Nakamura the underboss of the Yakuza gang, and second in command to Kim the leader of the gang. He straightened his tie and cleared his throat. "Raul," Nakamura began, his tone formal, "I must remind you to be on your best behavior today. Kim-sama is going to be late to the meeting today because he is attending to personal business. You see he has special guests. So please be on your best behavior today"Raul smirked, leaning forward slightly. "Special guest, huh? Let me guess Kim's family from Japan is arriving today—his grandma and his daughter, right?"“How did you…?” Nakamura asked as he was shocked by Raul’s knowledge of Kim’s personal life. “Miguel might have been a scared old fool, but he made sure to do all his research on th
Chapter 162: In the Shadow of Loss
As the sun set at the Griffo mansion, shadows spread over the garden with a special memorial spot for Luna. With his hands in his pockets, Vincenzo stood at the edge of the garden, watching the flickering candles. His sister's absence was a large, painful injury, fresh and sore. Rain quietly neared, her steps almost inaudible on the gravel road. "Vincenzo?"He turned, his eyes meeting hers. "Hey, Rain."She gave him a small, sad smile. "I thought I'd find you here."Vincenzo nodded, his gaze returning to the candles. "It's peaceful here. Feels like she's still with us, in a way."Rain stepped closer, her hand brushing his arm. "She is. In our hearts."He glanced at her, a flicker of something unreadable in his eyes. "You miss her a lot, don't you?"Rain's eyes filled with tears. "She was my best friend. I don't know how to do this without her."Vincenzo wrapped an arm around her shoulders, pulling her close. "We'll find a way. Together."Rain leaned into him, her voice barely a whis
