Later in the evening, in a spa near the mountainous slopes north of Durres, none other than Shane Eisen sat in a steaming pool with a scantily clad call girl draped across his lap.
“Brother Maahes, tell me, how goes our business?”
“It is Maahas to you, Shane. We have never been nor ever will be “Brothers”. And you did not inform me that the site you wanted targeted was so well guarded. I lost eight men in that first visit. Their payment will come out of your hide if you do not provide an adequate explanation.”
Shane spluttered, “It's not my fault if your men could not handle a few construction workers.”
“It will cost you for their lives, but in the end, I uphold my word. I have sent a larger force and will see them dealt with,” assured Maahas, relaxing back into his own pool.
Just then a messenger rushed in, face red, “my lord! It's bad!”
“Speak.”
“My lord, our men! A whole lot of them have been bound and gagged in the city squ
Andrew answered Liam’s call, listened and said “very well, leave his men tied to the public center. Make it clear who they belong to and the price on their head. 11 hours remain Liam.” before he hung up just as the doorbell to his suite rang. He had taken a shower and was resting in the sitting room so he answered the door to find Natalia Wyvrena. “Hello, would you be Mr. Andrew?” “Yes.” “Hello, I am Natalia Wyvrena. May we speak?” “I am a bit busy, but I have a short window.” Andrew led her to the sitting room where there was a dining table to worked well as a small conference desk. Natalia Wyvrena introduced herself as the reginal director of customer relations for the Bank of Dragard. “I am responsible for all of Placida, Coutre and Devos. I wanted to expend my personal services to you if you have any needs. As one of the banks largest depositors, I am of course on call for you 24/7.” ‘one of’ snickered Raya ‘try the s
The next morning, Andrew and Alexa both woke, worry evident on their faces as they ate breakfast. Roisin had been missing for 12 hours now, and Maahas had not returned her or claimed his men. “Andrew…” Alexa hedged as they ate breakfast, the chair to the left noticeably for its emptiness, “We are going to get her back, right?” Andrew pondered his eggs as he thought. “Liam has had men out all night. The city knows we are looking. He should have a location for Maahas for me shortly. when the call comes, we will take the men, and visit his lair in person,” Andrew said, trying hard to push steel into his words. Alexa glanced at the empty chair, and pushed food around her plate. Andrew’s phone rang and they both jumped. “Liam, tell me you have something.” On the other end of the line, “Maahas refused to pay, and there has been no word. I have confirmed that the men were indeed members of Maahas’ gang, but there is no sighting of Roisin. Cal
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It did not take long for the men to coax the information out of Maahas men after they saw what was left of their immortal leader. Once they had the address, Andrew quickly led the men down the mountain, leaving half behind to guard Maahas men until the local authority could finally arrive and deal with them. At the warehouse, it only had three men inside, sitting around a bloody-faced Darren. Andrew flicked his finger, and the fifteen men with him sprang into action, pummeling the surprised men into bloody pulp. “Leave them alive.” Called Andrew, a bit too late to save the men from most of their injuries. The bodies were stacked to the side as Andrew knelt before Darren. “Rose?” came the blood-filled wheeze. “She is fine, we have her. Now, hand on a minute while I examine you.” Andrew untied Darren as Raya sensed his injuries through Andrew's touch. ‘Several broken ribs and that jaw is dislocated. Your pill should h
The next day, Andrew spend several hours drilling Alexa. He continued to employ the 30 top trainees in her workout and pushed all of them to new limits. As a unit, they were growing at a rate that would be alarming to normal people. If the common brawlers were to meet this group of 30, it would be enough to make them shit themselves. Led by Alexa, this pack of wolves were becoming an unstoppable rabid force that would destroy any who dared cross their path. Unless….. that person happened to be Andrew! “AGAIN!” came the command. 30 warriors surrounded Andrew as Alexa paced around the outside looking for an opening. 31 verse one was hard odds but for Andrew, this was amazing training. Attacks coming from all sides meant he had to be on the top of his game. Not to mention that now these men were trained by himself personally, they were getting to know his every move and tell. He still outclassed them, but they gave him something to work for. Alexa on the other hand was
On the far side of town, Shane Eisen’s phone rang. Glancing down, it was his father, Matthew Eisen, calling. “Dad, why are you calling?” “you need to get over to the office. Something is not right!” said Matthew. Shane was nervous in his heart as he heard his dad’s tone and wondered what might be wrong at the company, not knowing for sure, and even wondering if the millions he had used to sabotage the construction site had been discovered. Shane rushed off to the Eisen Group offices and when he entered Matthews regal office, with a worried look he said “Dad, what’s wrong? I rushed right over! Did Roisin or someone embarrass us again?” Matthew frowned. “No, its not that little harlot. Don’t mention her here! No, someone has stolen over 5 million from the corporate accounts!” Shit! Matthew never looked at the accounts! How would he know to? Did Maahes drop a hint to spite him? What a waste of a being! “5 million?! who
The next day Andrew awoke and walked with Alexa and Roisin down to breakfast. “Roisin, are things going well at the site? The new workers behaving still?” “Yes sir! Since I came back to work, I have been able to get several local businesses to work on a daily rotation to bring food to the site. It has worked out really well, and the whole staff seem thrilled to have good food each day. They have all been working really hard,” she replied excitedly. Andrew smiled as he saw her joy. “any word on the Dragon’s Lair? While a hotel is adequate, it is not perfect for long-term staying.” Asked Andrew. Indeed, while he was pleased with the accommodations, it grated on him to always have strange people around him. “I will check with Miss Croft and the community leader. It should not be long now.” She replied. “Please keep us posted, it will be good to move to quieter accommodations.” Both Alexa and Roisin flushed a bit at this. Both had been sec
“Stop!” hollered a large security guard that had been set up there by Liam. While security may look lax, Liam had prepared many men this day in preparation and had eyes out several miles in all directions, so they were aware of the approach well in advance. The guard glared at the lord butcher’s enforcer and the gathering men. “I guess you would be one of the butcher’s men then. Come to bring us more men to work the site? I am sorry but we no longer have a shortage, so we are not in need of your labor at this time.” ‘right on’ thought Raya. “You are fucking dead!” hollered the lieutenant. Then turning back to the site, he scolded “Liam! Get your ass out here! We have business to discuss!” The guard, who was one of Alexa’s wolf pack replied, “President Liam is always open for business. However, I believe his terms have already been delivered. $6 Million was the price, which is not high for the offense of the delays and destruction you caused.
Andrew led the way as they headed back toward the great hall. “Come, it is time to return to Durres.” As they passed into the grand hall, Alexa let out a shocked squeak as two men grabbed her arms from either side. Anika and Andrew spun back to her and Anika drew a dagger. Conner’s two younger brothers held Alexa. “Lookie what we found. A murderous little bitch.” Lord Devos stepped out of the shadows then with a man that Alexa felt bore a striking resemblance to lieutenant Tannis. “Ah, goddess Anika, you saved me a lot of trouble bringing this traitor to me. I thank you. the Praetorian guard has already been summoned. After all, the death of the son of Senator Palmos cannot hardly be overlooked.” “Lord Governor Devos, you will release Alexa now. If you don’t, you will find I am far more than you can afford to offend.” Andrew said coldly. “Son, don’t play here.” Governor Devos said, snapping his fingers. Twenty home guard stepped out of the shadows and surrounded them. General Ezra
Alexa marveled at the militaristic atmosphere as they entered the palace of Devos Mansion. There were guards stationed at the entrance who bowed respectfully as their badges automatically lifted the gate without the guard needing to activate it.When they arrived at the front doors of the castle, six guards came to the side of the car and stood at attention. They exited the car and Anika led the way into the grand hall.“Seems they might have expected us.” Anika said softly as Alexa took in the numerous guards who lines the alcoves of the grand hall. Many were hidden in shadow and if her keen hearing had not detected their breathing, or the subtle expansion of their chests against taught leather and breast plates, she likely would have assumed they were statues. At the far end, a throne sat empty. A steward stood off to the side and raised his voice.“The Red Dragon, Anika Archeron and company.”Nothing happened, and the room fell eerily silent.“Are the devos not in?” Anika asked A
The ride to Kaibain started out quiet. Alexa stared out the window, lost in thought. The realization that she had killed one of their own soldiers over a stupid argument galled her. Raya joined her thoughts, ‘He pulled a weapon on of god of war. That is tantamount to treason.’ ‘He didn’t know I was a god of war. You only just made that appointment. I don’t wear any insignia, nor am I even in this army.’ ‘Alexa, you are my warrior. You were there under Andrew’s command, with Anika, Nash, and the rest. Everyone of them is a known god of war and every member of the dragon squad outranked that pissant. That is over 1000 soldiers from across the land that are KNOWN to outrank him. no one travels in the company of the gods of war without outranking that traitor. He still chose not only to disrespect you but to pull a weapon on you. He disobeyed a direct order from the supreme commander, and chose to use deadly force on a higher ranking office
Alexa unstrapped her blade and handed it to Andrew. Her wolf, Cole had been his name before he took on the designation of #2, handed over several blades as well. Nash checked the other soldiers to make sure they were not hiding any weapons.Satisfied, Andrew glared at Tannis, but opted to let Alexa fix this herself. “Winner gets the title and honor. Loser is demoted. No weapons. Submission wins. BEGIN!”The word begin had barely left Andrew’s lips when Alexa and Cole exploded. Alexa’s black hair billowed in the wind and she rushed forward, and then Cole powered before Her, arm out stretched. She caught hold of his arm and he swung her, tripling her speed and he added every bit of momentum he could to her flight. Alexa rocketed at the soldiers and flipped into a feet first attack at the last second, crashing into two soldier’s mid sections. They were rendered unconscious as they flew back, smashing into the side of a transport truck, the wi
“Alexa, Raya has bestowed this upon you. You are now officially one of us. As far as the king is concerned.. Meh, he does not need to know. However, I have the ability to now grant you full authority as a god of war. You will not be subject to any authority except mine and Raya’s, and with this rank, you also now have authority second only to mine and the other gods of war.”Alexa blanched, realizing just what was being bestowed upon her. “Are you sure?”“It is not up to me. This is Raya.” He said calmly. “Now, It is time we get back to our own tasks in Durres. There is still plenty left undone there, and sadly we have new business to attend.”Alexa remembered her dead wolves and nodded.“Go ahead and load up. I will be out with Anika shortly.”Alexa headed out, flanked as soon as she left the meeting hall by several wolves who had been waiting outside the doors.When th
Alexa’s eye’s opened to light streaming into her eyes. Pain radiated around her neck. The light moved away and was replaced by Anika’s face.“Lay still, Alexa. Your windpipe is damaged, but you will be fine. Likely just some bruising. Here, I am going to help you swallow this pill.” Anika gently helped her open her mouth, which sent spasms of pain along her jaw. The pill dissolved instantly when it hit her tongue. She closed her eyes as the pill did its work.When she opened her eyes again, it was to the gentle rays of dawn peaking over the lake. They had moved her to the shore and had packed sleeping bags around her. Her neck felt stiff and when she reached up, she felt the rigid frame of a brace around her neck. Anika’s face loomed over head then.“Hey, sleepy head. Don’t try to talk, try squeeze my fingers to answer me.” Anika held out two fingers. Alexa obeyed. “Now, Are you hurting?”A
Howls erupted around her as Alexa’s wolves went battle mad. The sound aroused a spark of consciousness. Raya was screaming in her mind as silverly wings enveloped her mind. Alexa’s eyes flashed with defiance as she reached up and gripped the flat top of bloodbane. Any mortal that tried this would be sliced or simply have the blade moved down out of their grip. Alexa’s grip however, viced onto the blade so tight, its motion toward her neck halted completely.The commander looked at her, shocked. Clearly he had intended on placing the blade flat against his fist and pushing it away from him, across the top of his hand, taking alexa’s head off in the process. He had maneuvered the blade a bit slowly. Perhaps out of caution, knowing its deadly power, or perhaps due to bloodloss. Either way, the blade was now frozen, inches from Alexa’s neck. She still dangled in the air, legs suspended by his massive grip but her defiant eyes were not dying like they
Alexa walked along the cliff face, glancing over her shoulder at the rock debris that covered the cave entrance. Her stomach roiled as she thought about the wolf that she had lost. She vowed to visit his family and ensure Andrew and Anika would take care of the family from now on. Lost in thought she didn’t see the crack in the rock as she passed. The shlick of a crossbow bolt being released had her spinning around and dropping low as she looked for the attacker. Behind her # 26 slumped to the, a bolt protruding from his chest, as red blood leaked from the corner of his mouth. “NO!” she cried, her black blade flashing in her hand. “Down!” she waved at the men behind her and the took cover, but not before several more bolts flew, taking down several more of her men. Carter grunted as a bolt caught him in the gut. “Alert! We are under fire” Alexa barked into her mic. The whole squad rushed in her direction, cautious of the incoming bolts. To her horror,
“For fuck sake that could have gone better.” Anika spat as they set down two injured wolves. Anika sported a slice across her bicep but it didn’t look bad.“The numbers were agaist us. But they needed to be taken out. A unit that size moving around our back door?” Said Nash, appearing out of the dark.Gad materialized next to him, “Question is what now? They know we are here. We are not going to get that kind of surprise again.”Alexa tagged her communicator, “Jackson, can you those with Thermals get a count for us?”“Give us a minute.” Came the reply.“How are our numbers here?” Nash asked, looking around.Alexa grimaced, and started looking for her wolves. “Wolf pack, sound off!”All but one answered. 28 was MIA. Likely dead. “Minor wounds mostly. A few took bolts in that last volley.” She said to Nash.“They have a cav