273 The gang watched, puzzled, as Darwin dialed a number, his fingers moving with deliberate slowness. They looked at him, waiting to see his next move. "Hello, King Maelstrom?" Darwin spoke into the phone, his voice calm but loud enough for the gang to hear. "Yeah, it's Darwin. I've got a situat
274 Diablo's eyes swept once again over the scene, his gaze finally resting on Darwin. Without a word, he stepped forward, his movements deliberate. The leader hurried to explain, his words tumbling out in a rush. "Don, we were just—" Diablo's response was swift and brutal. His hand shot out, conn
275 Diablo scoffed, seemingly unaffected by the scene before him. "Spare me the melodrama. It's not my problem where they go. They're just in the way." The air around them was charged with tension, the silence punctuated by the soft whimpers of the children and the ragged breathing of the adults.
276 Diablo gritted his teeth, his frustration boiling over as he glared at the unexpected intruders. "What is this, a circus? Who are all these nobodies interrupting my work?" he growled, his voice dripping with irritation. Vinny and Rico exchanged nervous glances, clearly unnerved by the sudden i
277 As King Maelstrom surveyed the chaotic scene before him, a mix of concern and anger twisted his features. "What transpired here?" he demanded, his voice commanding the attention of everyone present. Diablo, unable to meet his boss's piercing gaze, knelt before him, his heart heavy with guilt.
278 Everyone in the yard was stunned by King Maelstrom's unexpected act of humility before Darwin. The air crackled with tension as Diablo and the gang leader struggled to comprehend the situation. Diablo's eyes widened in disbelief as he watched his boss kneel before the orphan boy, his usual aur
279 King Maelstrom agreement with Darwin sent shockwaves through the yard, his authoritative voice echoing with a newfound resolve. "He is right," he proclaimed his tone girl and unwavering. "Anyone who dares to offend the innocent must face severe consequences. Their arms and bones must be broken.
280 At that moment, a sudden rustle nearby caught their attention, prompting them to whirl around. Emerging from the shadows was Marjorie Blackthorn, her coughs echoing in the tense atmosphere. Darwin approached her cautiously, mindful of the resentment she still harbored towards him, particularly