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GOD OF WAR BRINGS JUSTICE CHAPTER 137
The dim light of James’ safehouse cast long shadows over the room as Kael slammed a map onto the table.Winter leaned against the wall, her arms crossed, watching him with a sharp eye.“They’re everywhere,” Kael said, his voice taut.“Infiltrating our businesses, our people. It’s only a matter of time before they figure out where we’re hiding Emily.”James exhaled slowly, running a hand through his hair.“Then we move her. I’ll have no one touch her.”Winter interjected, her tone clipped.“It’s not that simple. Wei Zhao isn’t just relying on The Specters anymore. The Tarlose family has joined forces with him. Skilled assassins, spies—they’re tightening the noose.”James’ fist slammed against the table, the sound echoing through the room.“And yet, we’re still standing. We’re not running, not yet. If they want to play games, we’ll beat them at it.”Kael nodded but looked skeptical. “We need a new angle. We’re playing defense while they’re escalating every move.”“That’s why we isolate
GOD OF WAR BRINGS JUSTICE CHAPTER 138
The room erupted into chaos as gunfire filled the air. James and Kael moved like a well-oiled machine, their years of experience evident in every calculated move.“Kael, left!” James shouted, taking out one of the operatives with a single shot.“Got it!” Kael ducked, firing at another, his aim deadly accurate.Winter’s voice crackled over the comms. “Two trying to escape through the back. I’ve got them.”James glanced at Kael. “We finish this now. No survivors.”The leader of the operatives lunged at James, a knife glinting in his hand. James sidestepped, grabbing the man’s arm and twisting it until he heard the sickening crack of bone. The man screamed, but James didn’t hesitate, delivering a final, decisive blow.Kael finished off the last operative, his chest heaving as the silence settled over the room.“That was messy,” Kael muttered, wiping sweat from his brow.James nodded, his expression grim. “It’s only going to get worse.”Winter reappeared, blood on her blade but otherwise
GOD OF WAR BRINGS JUSTICE CHAPTER 139
Winter tightened her grip on the folder of documents she’d obtained from the whistleblower, her footsteps echoing as she moved toward her car.Her senses prickled, the weight of unease settling over her like a suffocating fog.Her mind replayed the whistleblower’s words. “The Tarlose family has more allies than you think. If you dig too deep, you’ll find yourself in a grave.”Winter shook off the thought, her resolve firm. She had come too far to back down now.As she reached her car, a sudden noise broke the silence—a scuff of shoes against the pavement. Winter froze, her eyes darting to the shadows.“Leaving so soon?” a voice sneered, low and menacing.Five figures stepped out from the darkness, their faces obscured. The glint of weapons in their hands sent a surge of adrenaline coursing through her.Winter cursed under her breath, clutching the folder tightly. “You’ve got the wrong person,” she said, her voice steady despite the hammering of her heart.“Don’t play coy,” another man
GOD OF WAR BRINGS JUSTICE CHAPTER 140
The house was eerily quiet, save for the soft rustling of papers in Emily’s trembling hands.Her eyes scanned the bank statements again, the unauthorized transactions glaring back at her like a betrayal carved in ink. She inhaled sharply, her chest tightening as the weight of realization settled in.Juliet entered the room, her movements poised and deliberate.“Emily, why are you going through those? You should have told me if you needed something.”Emily’s head snapped up, her voice sharp. “Needed something? Like answers, maybe? What are these?” She thrust the papers toward Juliet, her hand shaking.Juliet barely glanced at them before scoffing. “I don’t know what you’re talking about. Those could be anything.”“Don’t lie to me, Juliet,” Emily said, her tone cutting. “These transactions. Thousands of dollars funneled into accounts linked to Code Red. What exactly are you doing?”Juliet’s eyes flickered, a momentary crack in her composed facade. “You don’t understand the bigger pictu
GOD OF WAR BRINGS JUSTICE CHAPTER 141
James crouched behind an abandoned vehicle, his eyes fixed on the approaching convoy. Beside him, Kael adjusted his rifle, his expression calm but focused."Here they come," Kael muttered, peering through his scope.James raised his hand, signaling silence. The convoy of black SUVs moved closer, their engines humming ominously in the stillness of the night.“Positions,” James ordered, his voice low but firm. His team melted into the shadows, weapons at the ready.The plan was simple: disable the vehicles, neutralize the guards, and secure the documents. But as the convoy came to a stop, James felt the first prickle of unease. Something was off.Kael frowned, his finger hovering over the trigger. “They’re stopping too early.”James nodded, his instincts screaming at him to abort the mission. But before he could give the order, the rear SUV’s doors swung open, and heavily armed mercenaries poured out, weapons blazing.“Ambush!” James shouted, diving for cover as bullets tore through the
GOD OF WAR BRINGS JUSTICE CHAPTER 142
The list of names was staggering—corporate tycoons, law enforcement officials, and politicians—all entangled in Zhao’s web of blackmail. At the top of the list was Senator Gray, a name James knew carried immense weight in political circles.Kael leaned back, running a hand through his hair. “Gray’s the key. If we can flip him, we’ll cut one of Zhao’s strongest financial pipelines.”James nodded, his fingers tapping the table in thought. “But he won’t cooperate unless we can guarantee his safety. He knows what Zhao is capable of.”Kael crossed his arms, his gaze sharp. “The question is, can we trust him? If he’s scared enough, he might just sell us out to save himself.”James met his eyes, his tone firm. “We don’t have a choice. If we don’t act, Zhao’s network stays intact. Gray’s testimony could bring the whole thing crashing down.”Kael sighed, leaning forward. “Fine. But how do we get him on board? He’s under Zhao’s thumb for a reason.”The team met in the underground hideout, the t
GOD OF WAR BRINGS JUSTICE CHAPTER 143
Emily sat in the polished conference room, her hands folded neatly on the table as the investors whispered among themselves.The stakes couldn’t have been higher—this deal was her last chance to stabilize the crumbling Radcliffe company.Her presentation had been meticulous, and her arguments solid, but something wasn’t adding up.One of the investors, a graying man with sharp eyes, cleared his throat. “Miss Radcliffe, we’ve reviewed your proposal. While it’s compelling, concerns have been raised about your ability to lead the company effectively.”Emily blinked, her composure slipping for just a moment. “Concerns? May I ask what those concerns are?”The man hesitated, exchanging glances with his colleagues. “Let’s just say certain… allegations have come to our attention. Allegations about financial mismanagement and inappropriate behavior.”Emily’s heart sank. “That’s absurd,” she said, her voice steady despite the storm raging inside her. “I can assure you, those claims are complete
GOD OF WAR BRINGS JUSTICE CHAPTER 144
Winter sat beside Jason in the dimly lit room, the glow of the computer screen casting shadows across their faces. The database, its interface sleek and cold, taunted them with its message: Access Denied.Jason let out a frustrated sigh, running a hand through his hair. “We’ve been at this for hours. Whoever encrypted this knew exactly what they were doing.”Winter’s eyes narrowed, scanning the screen. “There’s always a way in. No one builds a system this complex without leaving a backdoor—or at least a trail.”Jason frowned. “You really think Leonard Tarlose would be that careless?”Winter leaned back, the gears in her mind turning. “Not careless. Arrogant. People like him always assume they’re untouchable. But they can’t resist hiding trophies, leaving breadcrumbs to remind themselves how clever they are.”Jason gave her a skeptical look. “And you think his breadcrumbs are in his estate?”“I do,” Winter said with quiet conviction. “Leonard keeps everything close to him. If the key i
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CHAPTER 256
The drive back to the Radcliffe estate was quiet.The weight of recent events lingered in the air, but for the first time in months, there was a sense of closure.James glanced at Emily in the passenger seat, her head resting against the window as she watched the trees blur past.In the backseat, Sarah was fast asleep, her small face finally free of worry.“This feels strange,” Emily said softly, breaking the silence.James glanced at her. “What does?”“Coming home. No Syndicate. No immediate danger. Just... life waiting for us.”James nodded, his grip on the wheel tightening slightly.“It’s what we’ve been fighting for.”Emily turned to him, a small smile on her lips.“I just hope we remember how to live it.”Later that evening, the team gathered at the estate’s main hall for what felt like the first peaceful meal in years.The atmosphere was warm, but there was an underlying current of finality.Kael raised his glass, smirking.“So, this is it, huh? No more bunkers, no more ambushes
CHAPTER 255
Winter’s fingers flew over her keyboard, her screen filled with data streams and encrypted files.The room was dimly lit, the glow of monitors casting sharp shadows on her focused expression.James stood behind her, his arms crossed, tension radiating from him.“You’re sure about this?” James asked, his voice low but firm.Winter nodded, not taking her eyes off the screen.“Positive. These files weren’t just buried—they were hidden in layers of false leads. Whoever did this wanted to make sure no one found them, not even Zhao.”Kael leaned against the doorway, arms crossed.“And yet, here we are. What exactly are we looking at?”Winter tapped a key, bringing up a series of interconnected names, companies, and shell organizations.“The Syndicate isn’t just regrouping—they’re rebranding. New names, new players, same game.”James’s jaw tightened. “Led by who?”“That’s the kicker,” Winter said, spinning her chair to face them.“These files mention leadership figures Zhao didn’t even know
CHAPTER 254
The black SUV pulled into the secluded driveway of the secure facility, surrounded by towering walls and layers of surveillance.James stepped out first, scanning the area with a soldier’s precision.Behind him, Emily and Sarah emerged, their expressions a mix of weariness and unease.“This isn’t a home,” Emily said quietly, her arms crossed as she glanced at the cold, gray building.James turned to her, his voice calm but firm.“It’s not supposed to be. It’s safe.”Emily sighed, the weight of the past few days evident in her posture.“Safe, James, but not sustainable. We can’t keep uprooting our lives like this.”James met her gaze.“It’s temporary. Just until we figure out our next move.”Inside, the facility was stark but functional. Sarah clung to Emily’s hand, her eyes darting around the unfamiliar surroundings.“Is this where we’re going to live now?” Sarah asked softly, her voice tinged with worry.Emily knelt to her daughter’s level, brushing a strand of hair from her face.“J
CHAPTER 253
The strike team moved with precision, navigating the dense jungle that surrounded the suspected Shadow Council hideout.Winter’s voice came through the comms, calm but focused.“You’re two clicks out,” she said.“The perimeter scans show minimal activity. If they’re there, they’re keeping a low profile.”James adjusted his headset, his eyes scanning the terrain.“Understood. Stay on the sensors. If anything moves, I want to know.”Kael, walking just behind him, let out a low whistle.“Too quiet. I don’t like it.”James nodded.“Neither do I.”The team reached the entrance to the bunker, its steel doors partially concealed by overgrown vines.Kael moved forward, placing a charge on the lock.“Ready to breach,” he said.James gave a quick nod.“Do it.”The explosion was sharp and contained, the doors swinging open to reveal a dimly lit corridor. The team entered cautiously, their weapons raised.Winter’s voice came through again.“You’re in. Be careful—this layout is identical to some o
CHAPTER 252
Winter’s workstation hummed with activity as lines of code scrolled across her screen.She leaned forward, her brow furrowed in concentration.On a nearby table lay the charred piece of paper Kael had recovered from The Widow’s lair.It was encoded, a complex cipher that had taken days to crack.Kael leaned against the wall, watching her work.“You’ve been at this for hours, Winter. Got anything?”Winter sighed, her fingers pausing over the keyboard.“Almost. Whoever wrote this wanted to make sure it stayed hidden. But they underestimated me.”James entered the room, his expression sharp.“What’s the status?”Winter pointed to the screen.“I’ve almost got it. The code is... odd. It’s deliberate, but there’s something about it that feels personal, like whoever wrote it wanted us to find it.”Kael raised an eyebrow.“Personal? From the Syndicate? Doesn’t exactly sound like their style.”Winter’s screen dinged softly, and she sat back, a faint smile of triumph crossing her face.“Got it.
CHAPTER 251
The boardroom was uncomfortably quiet as Emily entered, her heels clicking against the polished floor.The tension in the air was palpable, the kind of silence that only came before a storm.She set her tablet down on the conference table and looked around at the gathered board members.Many avoided her gaze, their expressions carefully neutral.Others met her eyes with a mix of defiance and unease.“Thank you all for coming,” Emily began, her tone sharp but calm.“I’m aware there have been... concerns about the direction of this company in the wake of recent events.”A man at the far end of the table, Greg Thornton, cleared his throat. He was one of the company’s longest-serving board members and had always been vocal about his disapproval of Emily’s leadership.“Concerns is putting it mildly, Mrs. Radcliffe. Some of us are wondering if your methods are jeopardizing this company’s future.”Emily raised an eyebrow.“Jeopardizing? Or exposing inconvenient truths?”The room shifted unea
CHAPTER 250
The interrogation room was colder than usual, or perhaps it just felt that way.Zhao sat at the table, handcuffed, his posture relaxed despite the weight of his situation.His smirk was firmly in place, as if he were the one holding all the cards.James entered, his footsteps deliberate and echoing in the silence.He placed a folder on the table, its contents thick with evidence of Zhao’s crimes.Without sitting, he leaned on the table, his eyes locked on Zhao.“This is your last chance,” James said, his tone sharp.“Who’s still out there? Who’s pulling the strings now that you’re finished?”Zhao chuckled softly, shaking his head.“Finished? My dear Radcliffe, you give yourself too much credit. You’ve barely scratched the surface.”James’s jaw tightened, but his voice remained steady.“You’re alone. The Syndicate is in ruins. You have nothing left.”Zhao leaned forward slightly, his smirk widening.“Nothing left? Oh, James. You’ve only pruned the tree, not uprooted it. The roots are s
CHAPTER 249
The headquarters was quieter than usual, but the weight of what they’d accomplished hung heavy in the air.James stood in the main briefing room, surrounded by his team, while Winter sat at her station, typing furiously.Screens around her displayed reams of data—records, account numbers, and connections all tied to the Syndicate.Kael leaned against the wall, arms crossed.“That’s it, then? We’re done?”Winter didn’t look up from her screen.“Not yet. The Widow’s fall gave us access to a treasure trove of intel, but there’s a lot to sort through. Sleeper agents, hidden funds, collaborators—we need to root out every last one.”James nodded, his expression grim.“Every loose end tied up. No one slips through.”Kael raised an eyebrow.“You think that’s even possible? The Syndicate had its claws in everything.”James’s voice was steady. “We don’t stop until it’s done.”In another part of the building, Emily stood in front of a mirror, adjusting her blazer.She was minutes away from addre
