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Tenfold Retribution Chapter 13: Confrontation
The atmosphere in the banquet hall had changed dramatically, because Melissa Eldwolf and the others had come. The rumblings in the air as static before a storm, the conversation dropped away, the new arrivals' eyes went from Rick to the new arrivals, back to Rick.He hardened his shoulders for what was to come. When she took in the room’s tense energy she smirked more. When it came to situations like these, she excelled at taking chance, making use of it.Melissa started off with a condescending tone, ‘Ladies and gentlemen. Welcome all, you’re here for Rick Eldwolf, a man with a famous past and big ideas. However, let not forget the facade behind the façade.”The heat rose in his chest. He could feel the changing loyalties in the room, some guests leaned in closer, curious, and some guests shifted uncomfortably, not knowing where to put their allegiances.“What do you want, Melissa?” Keeping his voice steady, Rick asked. “It’s our event, not yours.”Melissa had an exaggerated expressi
Tenfold Retribution Chapter 14: Shadows of the Past
A thick tension was in the air as Rick drove Laura home. Both of them had the weight of the events of the party on them. Laura stole glances at Rick looking for the thoughts behind his stoic expression. He was a powerful figure, the flickering streetlights casting their series of shadows on his face, but the man she knew was dissonant.Finally she broke the silence and asked, “Are you okay?”Rick nodded, but he didn’t look away from the road. His voice was low and contemplative and he just replied, ‘Just thinking.’”It felt like many of her thoughts betrayed her calm exterior, her words pointing to exactly this, “I wish things were different.”His gaze pierced Rick and he turned to her. “What do you mean?”“About my family. What they did to us… to you.”Memories of his wrongful imprisonment surfaced on Rick’s jaw, he clenched his. Laura, ‘They will pay for what they did.’” Your family will.” They won’t get away with it.”Laura’s chest felt a spark of fear. “I don’t want you to do anyt
Tenfold Retribution Chapter 15: The Dark Reckoning
The attack boiled down to a blur of chaos, and as the fight happened around him, it became incomprehensible when it faded into darkness and into Rick's world. He had felt weightless, like his body was being pulled into an abyss, the wails of Laura fading into nothing.He was pulled back to consciousness, gasping for air, but just as swiftly. It burned through his side, and he struggled to sit up, confused. The room flickered with dim light and shadows and shapes danced in the corners of his vision.“Rick!” There was fear and urgency in Laura’s voice cutting through the fog.His voice was dry and scratchy, he croaked, “Laura?” He pushed himself up, but a wave of dizziness hit him and he collapsed back onto the floor.Her voice quaked, 'Stay down!'Rick blinked rapidly, trying to get his bearings as he tried to figure out what the hell was going on. He saw the shadows moving around him and knew that the intruders in the house were still there.His voice was hoarse, so he asked, “Did the
Tenfold Retribution Chapter 16: The Shadows Unveiled
The dawn crept in and the light it cast was warm golden, over the chaos of the previous night. The living room was a mess, overturned furniture, broken glass, the lingering smell of fear. A heavy blanket of urgency had settled over him, they had to act fast before the intruders came back.“Rick?” He heard Laura’s voice. Stepping into the room she was pale but resolute. “What do we do now?”Rick’s mind raced, we need to strengthen our defenses. “We can’t afford to sleep again.” Today, I’ll have some security cameras installed, and we’ll have to find a safe place for you and Elvis.”Laura gave a nod, her face set. “I’ll call Charles and ask him for help. He’s got connections in security; he can recommend someone reliable.”She was determined, Rick registered. “Good idea. First, let’s see how Elvis is doing.”They tiptoed toward the bedroom where the blissfully unaware son slept, stretched out on his bed. Rick watched Elvis, his small profile under the covers, and felt a strong wave of p
Tenfold Retribution Chapter 17: Dark Intentions
Rick’s thoughts raced and the cacophony of chaos simply drowned them out. Facing the intruders coming out of the shadows his heart pounded in his chest and he could feel his heart pounding in his chest. He’d been taught to fight, to survive, but nothing could ready him for the mix of desperation and rage that was his instinct now.He roared, charging at the closest intruder, “Get away from my family!” They collided and the man lunged at him, grappling for control.Rick took over and he quickly maneuvered his body to bring himself on level terms, delivering a punch which sent the man reeling backwards.More figures appeared, and Rick was out numbered. Another intruder swung a crowbar at his head and he ducked to avoid a potentially fatal blow. He sent his assailant sprawling to the ground with a kick of his own.He shouted again, ‘Laura!’ hoping for the best.He heard her voice, full of panic, in the distance. “Rick! I’m here!”He screamed, “Stay where you are!” He couldn’t afford to l
Tenfold Retribution Chapter 18: Shadows of Betrayal
Rick's shoulders squared as he narrowed his focus to the figure of Mark, still outside the chaos, pleased grin all over his face.“Mark!” The noise of the ongoing skirmish was cut through by Rick. “What are you doing here?”The rest of the chaos around them was a total contrast to Mark's casual gait as he stepped forward. He replied, his voice dripping in sarcasm, “Just thought I’d come see how the night was going.” “It’s not like you’re having the best of luck.”Rick had reared his fists and was hanging in spite of anything. “This isn’t a joke. You’re the one behind this, aren’t you? You set us up.”“Me?” He even raised his hands in mock surrender, grinning now in feigned innocence. “I’m just an interested party.” I’d be more worried about your little family if I were you. ‘It’s a dangerous world out there, Rick.’”Rick could feel Laura's unease beside him and then the tension thickened in the air. “We’re done playing games, Mark.” No matter what you think you’re going to do here, it
Tenfold Retribution Chapter 19: The Weight of Shadows
His heart raced as he twisted against the rubble that was pressing him to the ground. Every frantic movement reminded him of the gravity of his situation, the sharp pain in his arm pulsed. In a cloud of dust and debris the world around him creaked ominously, threatening to collapse further.Desperation clawed at his throat, “Laura!” he shouted again. Trying to shift the debris, it felt like you were trying to move a mountain. He felt panic and was absolutely helpless, trapped in some kind of nightmare to which he had no way out.The darkness grew darker, beginning to press in, when a voice pierced through. “Rick! Are you there?”His voice was hoarse. “I’m here! I’m stuck, but I’m okay! Where are you?”“I’m... I’m not far. Hold on!”He could hear her voice, shaky but determined.“Just stay there! I’ll find you!”Rick once more started pushing against the debris, using every ounce of strength he had left. His body screamed in protest, but the metal beams were heavy. Not now. He had to g
Tenfold Retribution Chapter 20: The Rising Tide
The smoke of the collapsed warehouse's embers slowly died down.Laura, Rick, and Elvis stood back from the wreckage, for they were still catching their breath. The momentary relief of escape was not on Rick’s mind. He knew Mark wouldn’t stop. They would only get more desperate. It wasn’t just strength against strength, it was strength against power, strength against manipulation, and in some cases revenge. He needed to stay ahead and Rick needed to do it.Silence broke when Rick muttered, “We can’t stay here.' Charles had been standing by, silent and vigilant as always, and he glanced at him. “We have to get somewhere safe.”Her eyes showed concern, Laura tightened her grip on Elvis. “But where, Rick? Nowhere feels safe if Mark is still out there.”He wiped the dust off his face and frowned. “He just won’t stop until he gets what he wants. I have something he didn’t expect though—resources. We’re going somewhere he won’t think to look for us. We have to regroup and plan for now.”Char
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