The prisoners were taken to a freezing room, like a human refrigerator, as a punishment for misbehavior. Sadly, many prisoners didn't survive the extreme cold. It was a harsh and cruel way to discipline them.Erica took a quick look around and noticed that the other women were huddling together, clearly feeling the chill. It was clear that the cold was starting to affect them."Thank you guys for what you did today."She said, expressing her gratitude.She realized that without their assistance, she would never have been able to pull off that daring maneuver in the boiler room."Don't mention but you better make sure this escape plan of yours is going to involve everyone." "I thought you said you didn't believe me," Erica smirked."I changed my mind and you seemed resourceful." The lady gave a wink."What's your name?" Erica asked with a smile."My name is Penny." She replied.Erica gave a half smile, feeling the chill in the air. She held Miriam close for warmth, their breaths visibl
"What do I owe this pleasant visit, General," Evelyn remarked when Sullivan and John stepped into her house."It's past my bedtime."Evelyn crossed her legs firmly turning her gaze to Sullivan."What do you know about Lowell Tower," Sullivan said with a straight face.When he said those words he noticed how her brows knitted for a moment."You know something don't you?" Sullivan pressed further.She ignored his words and made her way to the wine refrigerator took a bottle and filled her glass."Why do you want to know about that?" Evelyn asked moving towards Sullivan."I need it for something important," Sullivan replied."Hmm," Evelyn chuckled, "I thought we were partners and partners share secrets that is something you need to know" Evenly continued "You will just have to trust me and then pray it all goes well.""I need it to save my wife because she's there," Sullivan answered."I see." Evelyn smirked, "Since we are partners I'll tell you what you want to know.""Really?" Sulliva
Sullivan wakes up to the worried gaze of Erica and John.He groans trying to get up from the bed."Oh my God he's awake." Erica half screamed as she helped him sit straight."General." John saluted "It's good to see you awake."Sullivan glared at him trying to recall the event that led to this present condition. He placed a hand over his head as memories of what happened earlier filled his mind John took a shot at him but thankfully he was bulletproof. The two men broke into a fight, the sounds of gunshots filled the air and When Jason saw he was outnumbered he fled the scene and Sullivan's soldiers were able to seize control of the Lowell tower.After the whole shooting and fight, Sullivan collapsed out of exhaustion because ever since Erica went missing he couldn't sleep a wink."I'm so glad you are okay." Erica said as she hugged Sullivan tightly"Thank you for saving me and the other prisoners.""I'm sorry for not coming on time," Sullivan replied, holding onto her tightly."I w
Sullivan decided that the present was going to be his plan b.Now he just needed to talk to her because he knew his wife and if he showed up with lots of gifts she would think he was trying to corral her into forgiving him.After taking a deep breath, he was about to knock on the door when the door flung open.Sullivan froze for a moment because he wasn't expecting to see her so quickly."Is everything okay," Erica asked with concern when she noticed how pale Sullivan's face was the moment he saw her."I...I came to see you." Sullivan licked his lips trying to hide the nervousness he felt."Do you want to come in then?" Erica asked.Sullivan frowned when he picked up the formal tone she used when she spoke to him.At least before the attempted divorce, they were already starting to get along but staring at her it is like they were back to how they started or maybe worse."I'd love to." Sullivan forced a smile.Erica took a seat at the edge of the bed clenching the pillow in between her
"I promised the people that I was going to see them," Erica said.Sullivan understood when she said the people she meant those former prisoners from the Lowell Tower.After Jason fled, he was able to seize control of the Lowell tower which was the Five Great Families stronghold and thanks to Erica he was able to find it.Sullivan freed the prisoners and the ones that had family to go back to were able to leave but the majority had nowhere to go so they stayed at the tower until Sullivan worked at a solution."Do you have to go," Sullivan whined."Of course, I don't break my promises and I need to send them provisions too," Erica explained."Why does it have to be you, you can always send the maids and the soldiers."Erica let out a sigh, wondering when her husband had become so clingy. It was a puzzling change for her to comprehend."These people are scared and we need them to trust us, if you want to take down the five great families they will serve a crucial role in doing that."Sul
"General I found something," John said with a straight face."Shh!" Sullivan quickly hushed John to be silent."What are you planning to hide this time." Erica flung her eyes open."You're awake." Sullivan stuttered."What!" Erica glared at him angrily"You thought I was asleep what are you hiding this time." Sullivan's heart raced, and he could feel the weight of Erica's unwavering determination. He took a deep breath, finally gathering the courage to meet her gaze. "Okay," he said, his voice filled with a mix of apprehension " I'll tell you everything.""I'm waiting." She fixed her gaze on Sullivan, waiting for him to break the silence and speak up.With her arms crossed, she patiently awaited John's words, her eyes fixed on him.Sullivan couldn't help but feel defeated, and he turned to John, instructing him to speak up."I've been able to retrieve the information from the drive, which was provided by Mr William.""I'm sorry to cut you short but who's Mr William" Erica turned to S
Sullivan's senses heightened as his father's name reached his ears. So, it seemed that they were indeed involved in the devastating obliteration of his entire family. The weight of this realization bore down on him, fueling his anger and resentment."This was the file that Mr William said was encrypted somehow it was copied into the drive."Erica noticed Sullivan was completely lost when he heard that particular name."Who's James Douglas," Erica asked."He's my father," Sullivan replied, his expression lost in thoughts."It's all just names and I've looked it up every single person on that list is dead .it's like they were wiped off from the face of the earth."Sullivan's determination surged as he yearned to uncover the truth behind the events of those fateful years. His father was a hardworking construction worker employed by the renowned five great families, somehow he was entangled in a mystery that ultimately resulted in a tragic murder. The pieces of the puzzle were waiting t
"I'm glad to see that you're okay." Erica sighed in relief as the nurse did her checkup."Thank you for saving me." Miriam hugged Erica tightly"You saved everyone.""I should thank you, without your help, I don't think I would have been able to do anything.""It's good to see you again, Lady Erica." Penny remarked, leaning on the side of the wall"It's good to see you didn't bail out on us."The two ladies broke from her embrace, and Erica smirked at Penny."I told you I was going to save everyone. Didn't I?""Technically we are still here but not just shackled like prisoners." Penny rolled her eyes."It's just for the moment, the dragon General promises he's going to provide everything needed to make everyone comfortable until he works out a solution.""So we are still prisoners, how are we supposed to just trust him." Penny frowned as she crossed her arms.Erica gives a warm smile, she goes over to meet Penny then she places both hands on the side of her shoulders."Even if you don't