Chapter 192
Author: Rholle Petz
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Bruce stared out the window of Raphael's former office, which was now his own. The city was alive before him, a web of lights and life, oblivious to the power struggles that took place within its own shadows.

He had fought hard to get where he was, as far as he was concerned, taking over Raphael's organization after the old boss's untimely demise. But victory felt hollow. Ursula, his sister, had deserted him, leaving him to run the business alone. He scowled, thinking of her betrayal.

And besides, he had bigger fish to fry.

Lecter. That bastard had managed to slip from his hands the other day, but he wouldn’t be so lucky next time.

The door to the office opened, and Bruce turned, expecting one of his new underlings. Instead, Rachel walked in, and Cecil came in after her. He gave Cecil a questioning look, and he responded with shaking his head, so he turned back to Rachael.

Her presence was like a punch to the gut. He hadn't seen her since their last heated argument, and her sudden
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