CHAPTER 29 "The Wolf's Den"
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CHAPTER 24 - "The Wolf's Den"

The hospital room's fluorescent lights cast harsh shadows as Mike Johnson crawled toward Jack, blood dripping from his split lip. The sterile air carried the metallic scent of fear and violence.

"Please, Brother Jack," Mike whimpered, clutching at Jack's pants leg. "I know I've been worthless... lower than a stray dog. But help me this once. I'll serve you faithfully, I swear!"

Pathetic, Jack thought, observing Mike's display with cold detachment. Like a beaten cur begging for scraps.

Black Viper twirled his knife, watching the scene with growing confusion. "This is new," he sneered. "Usually when I threaten to slice someone up, their family falls all over themselves to save them."

Jack's voice carried no emotion: "Go ahead then. Cut him."

The room fell silent except for Mike's shocked gasp. Even Lisa's monitors seemed to beep more quietly.

"What did you say?" Black Viper asked, genuine surprise coloring his tone.

"You heard me," Jack replied calmly. "If
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