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COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 95: Code of Conflict
The room was flooded with Griffo men as they surrounded every corner of the room. All with a gun in their hand. Marco stood behind Vincenzo, who was draped in a black turtle neck and plaid trousers. Nathan froze the second he saw Vincenzo walk in. His grip on Rain's neck loosened, and he started stammering. "Mr. D-Don... I mean, Mr. Griffo, I-I didn't realize—"Vincenzo raised a hand, cutting Nathan off. "Quite, you sorry excuse for a man. You couldn’t even think for a second that this could have been a trap." He glanced at Rain, a nasty smile spreading across his face. Rain had no idea Vincenzo was going to be here.Rain's voice shook as she tried to speak, her heart racing. "Y-yes, Vincenzo. I was just trying to get information on the Philippine gang, like you asked."Vincenzo nodded, his face giving nothing away. "Good. Looks like you've done well." He turned back to Nathan, his eyes narrowing. "Now, Mr. Nathan, I've got a proposition for you."Nathan swallowed hard, sweat starting
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 96: The Trap
The tension in the Limousine was palpable as it came to a stop in front of a warehouse. Nathan led Vincenzo and his fleet of over fifty men, to the Philippine gang's hideout. He sits across from Vincenzo and Marco and three other men sit beside him with one pointing a gun to his lower abdomen. Rain and Luna trailed behind in a brown sedan, both anxious about the impending confrontation. Vincenzo ordered them to tag along.As they neared the rundown warehouse, Nathan's heartbeat grew faster and he looked at Vincenzo with a worried expression on his face. "This is it, Mr. Griffo," he muttered in a low voice. “The main headquarters of the Philippine gang.”Vincenzo squinted his eyes and carefully examined the building. "Great job, Mr. Nathan." I have to admit, I'm impressed by your... composer in this plan of mine.”Nathan took a deep breath, feeling the gravity of Vincenzo's words weighing heavily on his mind. He stuttered, "I'm just taking the necessary steps to safeguard my life. But
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 97: The Bonds of Evil
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 mid-sized office building. This was the headquarters of the Japanese gang. In the office sits Kim, the leader of the Japanese gang, his personal bodyguard, and Mr. Anderson who was a prolific politician and the current mayor of the city of Philadelphia. Kim's laughter echoed through the room, a chilling sound that sent shivers down Mr. Anderson's spine. He tried to mask his unease, but the sweat trickling down his temple betrayed him.Kim had entered a business deal with Mr. Anderson, so the mayor could use the Japanese gang as his goons to win elections or eliminate competitors, as long as he made sure to protect them from the Claytons, whose side of the city the Japanese gang were located in. "Mr. Anderson," Kim's voice cut through the laughter, "you seem worrie
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 98: The Armor
Vanekan burst into Vincenzo's office, his face a mask of fury. The door slammed against the wall, making everyone inside jump."Why the hell am I being ordered to organize and coordinate the ball?" Vanekan's voice was a low growl.Enzo, standing near Vincenzo's desk, straightened up. He was displeased by his distant uncle Vanekan's approach and tone in which he used to speak to their Don. "Uncle, you shouldn't speak to our Don like that."Before anyone could react, Vanekan's hand shot out and slapped Enzo across the face, the sound echoing in the tense silence. Enzo 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 Enzo's 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," Vincenzo's voice was calm but firm.Vanekan and Vincenzo locked eyes, a silent battle of wills. After a moment,
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 99: The Seduction
Luna paced back and forth in the dimly lit study, her mind racing with thoughts of Nathan. She is still adamant about her plan to get close to Nathan, who she believes is still hiding something. Just like Vincenzo, Luna does not truly believe the Philippines were the benefactor of the child trafficking ring. She goes to Marco, her brother, and informs him of her plan.Marco had told her about all his findings about the Philippine gang and that, based on all the evidence he had gathered, they were the ones responsible for the child trafficking. He also told her about Vincenzo’s doubts. She stopped abruptly and turned to Marco, who lounged casually in an armchair."I have to agree with Vincenzo on this, Marco. I don’t believe the Philippine gang is behind all this trafficking, they seemed too clumsy, and the evidence was too easy to gather.” Luna said as she stood in the middle of the study with her hands on her hips.Marco responded vehemently, “Oh come on Luna, not you too? The issue
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 100: The Gathering
The guests started to arrive, it was the day of the September 10th ball. An event hosted by the Griffos every year. While it has been portrayed as an exclusive and elite event only for the wealthiest citizens of Philadelphia, in truth it was a gathering of the most powerful and influential individuals of the underworld. It was a day Vincenzo aimed to use as his formal way of solidifying his position as the Don of the Griffo family. All the while having the entire underworld acknowledge him as such.Rain was standing in front of a mirror, her gown being adjusted as her hands trembled slightly. "Luna, I don’t think I can do this," Rain murmured, her voice barely heard amidst the busy activities surrounding them. "Of course, you can," Luna replied, her tone firm but soothing. She stepped up behind Rain, gently placing her hands on Rain's shoulders. "You look stunning. And remember, I'm right here with you."Rain took a deep breath, trying to steady her nerves. "What if I mess up? What
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapter 101: A Deception
The grand ballroom of the Griffo mansion glittered with chandeliers, their light casting an opulent glow over the assembled guests. The elite of Philadelphia's underworld, clad in their finest attire, exchanged thinly veiled threats and tentative alliances under the guise of polite conversation.Vanekan, standing stiffly by the entrance, his face a mask of restrained fury as he introduced Vincenzo and Rain to the crowd. The murmurs were immediately a mix of mockery and disbelief."Ladies and gentlemen," Vanekan's voice was cold, "may I present to you, Vincenzo Griffo, the Don of our family, and his wife, Rain."There were a few snickers among the guests, but Vanekan ignored them, his eyes never leaving Vincenzo's. He could feel the weight of their judgment and mockery."Uncle, thank you for the warm introduction," Vincenzo replied smoothly, his smile not reaching his eyes. "It is a privilege to be present this evening, surrounded by friends and allies. This ball has been a tradition i
COVENANTS OF CHAOS Chapters 102: Shadows
The grand ballroom buzzed with muted conversations and forced smiles as Randy and Bobby, Rain’s malevolent half-brothers, made their entrance. Their arrival cast a shadow over the celebration, and a palpable sense of unease spread among the guests."Well, if it isn't the Clayton brothers," sneered an older gentleman, his drink sloshing slightly in his hand."Surprised to see us, Mr. Halloway?" Randy smirked, his eyes scanning the room.Bobby grinned, stepping closer to the nervous crowd. "We thought we’d drop by and see how our dear sister is doing."Rain stiffened, her fingers tightening around her glass. Luna, standing beside her, she observed the tension on Rain’s face, when her brothers entered.“Rain are you okay?”Luna said, with a concerned look on her face.Rain nodded, taking a deep breath. "I am. It nothing, really."As Randy and Bobby sight Rain an evil grin grew on Randy’s face as he walk up to her “well, well, well, look at you dear sister, all dressed up and looking beaut
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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
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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