With the black vipers

"Martin, it's okay, don't hold our hero like that," Marcus said, standing up from his seat. Martin released his grip on Edward with a frown.

"Bro, you don't need to get angry about that. Your friends can join us," Marcus said to Edward, putting a hand on his shoulder. He motioned to Martin, who sighed and reluctantly left, returning moments later with Rodney and Junior to have breakfast with the Black Vipers.

Junior and Rodney arrived, looking scared, their eyes darting between Marcus and Edward cluelessly. They didn't know why they were invited until Marcus explained.

"You both should join us for breakfast," Marcus said. It sounded like a setup to them, and they didn't believe it until Edward nodded in agreement.

"It's fine. There's no trouble," Edward said, and they both had a seat. Rodney and Junior stared agape at the exquisite meal on the table in front of them. Since they came to prison, this was the first time they would be having such a meal.

"Eat as you like, there is plenty.