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COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 42: Madame Serena
Jennifer's heart pounded as she navigated the winding streets of the old town. The directions in Isabella's diary led her to a narrow alley, its shadows swallowing the light of the setting sun. She paused, glancing at the weathered sign of Madame Serena's shop swaying gently in the breeze."This has to be the right location," Jennifer murmured quietly as she pushed the solid wooden door. A tiny bell softly chimed above her.Inside, the scent of incense and something aged permeated the atmosphere strongly.Madame Serena softly echoed in the small space, whispering to Jennifer, a wicked smile brewing across her face "Welcome dear, I have been expecting you.”"You have?" Jennifer asked, her voice betraying her surprise and skepticism. "How did you……?""Sit," Madame Serena interrupted gently, gesturing to a chair opposite her. "Tell me what troubles you."Jennifer hesitated, then took a deep breath and sat down. "It's... it's about these strange occurrences. And the necklaces. My uhm frie
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 43: The Opulent Music
The opulent music room of the Romano estate was bathed in the warm glow of the setting sun as Jennifer gently walked through the ornate double doors, her mind still reeling from the meeting she had with Madam Serena, fresh in her memory. As she neared the grand piano in the middle of the music room, Jennifer’s eyes opened wide when she saw Alexander, skillfully playing the keys with his fingers. Jennifer's heart started beating fast, she turned around and was about to leave the room. She was scared of what Alexander would do if she disturbed his piano session.Alexander’s brow furrowed slightly as he caught sight of Jennifer. A devious plan came into his mind at this very moment. He intends to make Jennifer’s every moment in the Romano house terrible . His expression suddenly turned neutral, as he looked at the woman."Jennifer, Come on in." Alexander’s gaze stayed on her, his fingers still moving effortlessly across the piano.Jennifer hesitated for a moment, her heart racing, befor
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 44: A Big Leverage
The morning sunlight flooded the spacious windows of the Romano mansion, creating a cozy ambiance at the breakfast table. Alexander walked into the dining room with an energetic stride and a rarely-seen grin on his face. Seated already, his siblings gazed up in astonishment. “Good morning, everyone,” Alexander said with a big grin on his face. He was happy because he now had leverage to use against his Uncle Sterling In their battle for succession."Ah, ah, seems like someone is in a good mood today," Victoria taunted with a raised eyebrow. "What are we celebrating, Alex? Have you won the company a multi-billion dollar contract or something of that nature?" Lucas laughed softly, placing his coffee mug on the table. "Yeah, or, did you finally get rid of all your admires, who are just dying to be with you?" Sophia didn't make the effort to lift her gaze from her phone. “Perhaps he finally managed to get a good night's sleep.”Alexander smiled as he sat down. He said “Oh, nothing much
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 45: A Delusional Man
While the two women rushed to the vehicle, the noise of approaching footsteps increased in volume. Jennifer felt her heart racing in her chest as she looked behind her. With a crazed expression, Kain pulled Lisa back by grabbing her hand.“Kain, let go!” Lisa shouted, her voice trembling. “Leave us alone!”Kain's grip tightened. “You,” he spat, his voice slurred with alcohol, “you filled Jennifer’s head with ideas. You told her she could survive without me. You’re the reason she’s dead!”Lisa’s eyes widened with fear, but she managed to keep her voice steady. “You’re delusional, Kain. Jennifer ran away that day because you were a monster. You never loved her, and now you’re just mad because you lost everything when she died.”Kain’s face twisted with rage. “Shut up! You don’t know anything!” He lunged at Lisa, his hands wrapping around her neck.Jennifer stood frozen, her past trauma rendering her immobile. She gazed in horror while Kain strangled Lisa, witnessing her friend's face re
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 46: A Dark Meeting
The office was dimly lit, shadows creeping along the walls as the setting sun cast long beams through the narrow windows. The air was thick with the scent of incense, a familiar yet unsettling aroma for most who entered the office building. This was the headquarters of the Lee Pharmaceutical company. In the office sits Marcus, the founder and CEO of the company, his personal bodyguard, and Mr. Edward who was a prolific politician of the city of New York city. Marcus' laughter echoed through the room, a chilling sound that sent shivers down Mr. Edward’s spine. He tried to mask his unease, but the sweat trickling down his temple betrayed him.Marcus had entered a business deal with Mr. Edward, so the politician could use Marcus Lee’s company and Marcus would also fund his campaign to win elections or eliminate competitors. In return, Mr. Edward would be the pawn of Marcus Lee. "Mr. Edward," Marcus' voice cut through the laughter, "you seem worried. What's wrong, are you getting cold f
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 47: The Death Stare
Sterling burst into Alexander’s office, his face a mask of fury. The door slammed against the wall, making everyone inside jump."Why the hell am I being handed this suspension letter from the company?" Sterling voice was a low growl.Marco, who had tried to stop Sterling from coming in, but did not want to touch the old man, was displeased by Sterling’s approach and tone in which he used to speak to their Alexander . "Sir, you shouldn't barge into their office like that, without knocking first."Before anyone could react, Sterling hand shot out and slapped Marco across the face, the sound echoing in the tense silence. Marco staggered, his cheek already reddening."Who do you think you are, talking to me that way? Uh, have you forgotten your place, you little rat”. He grabbed Marco collar, pulling him close. "I'll send you back to wherever your mother dragged you from if you ever speak to me like that again.""Uncle, that's enough," Alexander’s voice was calm but firm.Sterling and Al
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 48: The CEO’s
The company building buzzed with tension as the various CEO of the company subsidiary made their way to the grand meeting room. Each carried the weight of their respective subsidiaries, and their conversations were sharp with underlying rivalries. The Romano Empire Conglomerate board of directors are CEOs who manage different companies and organizations owned by the Romano family. The Two biggest companies are multibillion-dollar companies Vittorio's CyberTech Solutions and Romano Pharmaceuticals.Vittorio Russo is the CEO of Vittorio's CyberTech Solutions. Giovanni "Gio" Romano, is the face of the Romano family's legitimate enterprise, Romano Pharmaceuticals. Isa "Bella" Marino is the CEO of the Airline service.Riccardo "Rick" Basile construction company, Basile Builders. Angelo De Marta, runs a shipping dock used to transport various cargoes. While Luigi Moratti runs the company's telecommunications business.Vittorio Russo leaned against the marble pillar, adjusting his design
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 49: A Bakery Date
The convoy of sleek black cars came to a halt outside the modest bakery on 46th Thompson Avenue. Alexander emerged, his gaze sweeping the surroundings with careful focus. He signaled to his men to disperse and protect the perimeter. Victoria’s urgent tone compelled him to bring a strong display of power. He knew this was not the time for him to hid his full might. Or so he thought."Be vigilant," Alexander commanded while opening the bakery door, causing the bell to softly jingle above. The employees indoors stood still, their eyes wide in disbelief at the unexpected, intimidating entry."Victoria! Isabella!" Alexander called out, his voice echoing through the small shop. He spotted them at the back, standing next to a display case filled with pastries. Relief washed over him as he rushed to their side, his heart still pounding."Are you alright?" he asked, his voice laced with concern as he reached out to Victoria and Isabella, checking them over for any sign of harm.Victoria smiled
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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
