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COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 26: Abnormally Cold
The room was abnormally cold, most likely due to the tension filling and encapsulating the atmosphere so much so that one could almost touch it.The two most powerful families in New York, The Bennett Family and The Romano Family, were in the same building and the same room, all at the same time. Such a convergence was, without a doubt, a 'once in a blue moon' occurrence, if ever. Surely, there was never smoke without fire, and beneath this smoke was a brightly burning, dangerously heating, and fast-spreading fire."Let me begin by offering my condolences to you, The Romanos, for the unfortunate and untimely loss of Charles, who, as we all know, was a father, and also a friend."This voice belonged to Johnathan Bennett, the Patriarch of The Bennett family. He is also the CEO of Bennett Conglomerate and the long-time rival of Charles. He was seated clad in a suit and tie, his face was filled with sadness."We all know how important he was to you all. And, frankly, to me, as well… even
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 27: Cold calculations
Alexander Romano is a very cold and calculating man, and seeing how the situation has escalated. He knew when to stand down. And so, Alexander ordered his men to put their guns away and take their seats and unwillingly calmed their nerves, because if they'd so much as threatened to fire at Johnathan, they were going to join their father in the afterlife. All of them.Now, old man Johnathan, ever the diplomat, resumed talking."So, here’s the thing. As you all know, both the Romano and the Bennett family have competed for four generations now. Your father and I were best friends, and we had hoped to put an end to that family rivalry but, unfortunately…….”Alexander, although he had lowered his guard, hadn't applied the same action to his voice. "And, why the heck should we care about this? You were such a selfish man. Father told us what all you think about is yourself-""Let me finish, Alexander." Johnathan cut back in, a stern look on his face. Alexander wanted to say more, but, the
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 28: Bullseye
Near the BarAs the evening progressed, the guests continued to mingle. Alexander and Lucas found themselves near the bar, engaged in a quiet conversation.“I can’t believe we have to play nice with these people,” Alexander muttered, his eyes scanning the room.Lucas sighed. “I know, but we have to think about the bigger picture. Securing father’s legacy is more important than personal grudges.”Before Alexander could respond, James Bennett approached, a smug smile on his face.“Well, well, if it isn’t the Romano brothers,” James sneered. “Enjoying the party?”Alexander’s jaw tightened. “Yes, thank you.”James chuckled. “I’m surprised you showed up. Figured you’d be too busy mourning.”Alexander’s eyes flashed with anger. “Watch your mouth, Bennett.”James raised an eyebrow. “Or what?”Lucas stepped between them. “Alright, that’s enough. We’re here to celebrate.”Johnathan, noticing the tension, intervened. “Gentlemen, let’s not spoil the evening. Isabella is about to cut her cake.”A
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 29: A Third Power House
Somewhere, in the heart of New York, a third power was rising from its slumber. Martin, the charismatic CEO of the LEE pharmaceutical Company, could be seen with his characteristic eerie smile. His eyes filled with excitement, as he was finalizing a deal."Yeah, yeah! Don't you worry about a thing, my friend," Martin spoke with a confident tone, his voice laced with a hint of excitement. "Our guys will make sure your merchandise is delivered safe and sound. We've got the finest piece, the finest drugs, and as a special token of appreciation from our esteemed organization, we've even thrown in a little bonus for you."As he ended the call, Martin closed his eyes, allowing himself a moment of retrospect. Memories of his humble beginnings flooded his mind, and a sense of pride washed over him. "Damn, I've come a long way," he thought, a gleeful smirk forming on his lips. "From being an illegal immigrant doing small-time robberies to becoming the CEO of my own multi-million dollar compan
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 30: The Grand Scheme
James Bennett’s StudyJames paced the room, his jaw clenched, as his twin cousins, Mark and Richard, lounged on the leather couches, watching him with wary eyes.Mark broke the silence first. "James, you need to calm down. We need a plan, not just rage."James spun around, eyes blazing. "Calm down? My father is dead, Mark. And I know the Romanos had something to do with it."Richard leaned forward, his voice low and calculated. "Revenge needs to be precise, James. We can't just go in guns blazing. We need to hit them where it hurts."James stopped pacing and faced his cousins. "And where would that be? They're untouchable. Alexander, Lucas, Victoria, and Sophia. They're all protected."Mark smirked. "Not as untouchable as you think. Information is power. We need to find out their weaknesses, their secrets."James nodded slowly. "And what do you suggest? Spying? Infiltration?"Richard's eyes gleamed with a dangerous light. "Exactly. We need inside information. Someone close to them, so
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 31: The Oak Desk
At the Romano Mansion in Alexander’s StudyAlexander sat behind his father's massive oak desk, his hands steepled in front of him. Lucas leaned against the window, looking out over the vast estate, while Victoria and Sophia sat on the plush chairs opposite Alexander.Sophia broke the tense silence. "What are we going to do, Alex? People are saying we’re responsible for Johnathan Bennett’s death."Victoria nodded. "We need to clear our name. This could ruin us."Alexander sighed. "We need to stay calm. The Bennetts are grieving and looking for someone to blame. We have to be strategic."Lucas turned from the window, his expression grim. "Strategic how? They're not going to listen to reason."Alexander looked at his siblings, his eyes filled with determination. "We need to gather our own evidence. Find out who really killed Johnathan. And we need to be prepared for anything the Bennetts might throw at us."Sophia frowned. "But how do we do that? We don't even know where to start."Victo
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 32: Wedding Day
The Bennett’s household was bustling with activity. It was the day, after all, Isabella-who is truly Jennifer, was to get married to Alexander Romano. In a strange twist of fate, the biggest competitors and the most savage of enemies would be bound by the ties of marriage. The wedding was scheduled to take place on a bright Saturday afternoon, in the hot summer breeze.However, everyone in the world still had no idea Jennifer Carlson was now occupying Isabella Romano’s body. Meanwhile, the actual bride of the day, Jennifer, or as she was now known to the world, Isabella, was busy studying the last and most intricate details of the plan her brother James had concocted for her. This elaborate plan had lots of fail safe in place for any unforeseen circumstances.“My dear sister, it's your wedding day! I'm sure you must feel ecstatic. Why don't you go and get ready?" James said to Jennifer in a condescending tone, patting her hair."Make sure to play your role well and do whatever he say
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 33: Ladies and Gentlemen
With the arrival of the bride, the priest officiated the wedding. His voice boomed across the sanctuary."Ladies and gentlemen, it is with great honor to introduce to you for the first time, Mr. and Mrs. Romano."The crowd erupted into thunderous applause as the couples made their way down the aisle.Amidst the vibrant crowd, whispers of admiration and awe buzzed like bees in a flower garden."Did you see her long hair? She's the definition of rare beauty." Some of the wedding guests chimed."She's prettier than her brother." Another confirmed."Isabella Bennett is a precious jewel. No wonder, her beauty was hidden from the public."The crowd and the picture bloggers craned their necks to glimpse the unrivaled jewel of the Clayton crown, and they were not disappointed. She was the epitome of beauty.———In living rooms and bars across the state, people gathered around their screens, their eyes glued to the broadcast."Can you believe this?" exclaimed a woman, her voice heavy with exc
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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
