Sanya swept into the room, radiating confidence and glamour in her stunning dress. The fitted gown hugged her curves, showcasing her toned physique, and the vibrant color made her skin glow. A beautiful smile spread across her face, illuminating the space."Guys, are you ready?" she asked, her voice melodious.Alex's gaze snapped up, his eyes locking onto Sanya's breathtaking appearance. "Yes, we're ready," he replied, his voice tinged with admiration.His eyes roved over her dress, taking in every detail. "Your dress looks absolutely stunning," he exclaimed, his appreciation genuine.Sanya's smile widened as she spun gracefully, the dress fluttering around her. "Thank you, Alex," she said, pleasure sparkling in her eyes.Tyler's eyes widened in admiration. "Wow, Sanya, you look incredible!"He couldn't help but add, "I know you'll give it your all tonight. You look absolutely stunning and radiant."Sanya chuckled, rolling her eyes playfully. "I had to dress the part – one of those gl
As soon as Eric departed, four elegant women gracefully approached Smith, their confident strides commanding attention. Sanya's curiosity was piqued, assuming they were there for her. But as they drew nearer, their captivating gazes fixed on Smith, and Sanya realized they were actually vying for his attention."Pretty girls can come in to have fun," Smith declared with a disarming smile, welcoming them with an inviting gesture."Yes!" The ladies chimed in unison, their melodious voices filled with enthusiasm.As they settled into their plush seats, Smith took charge, expertly ordering drinks and sparking lively conversations. The atmosphere transformed into a vibrant, carefree haven.The ladies' eyes sparkled, captivated by Smith's magnetic charm. Sanya observed, intrigued by the dynamic unfolding before her.Sanya's gaze swept the room, her attention snapping to the entrance as Alex walked into the club. She swiftly sent him a text, her fingers dancing across her phone's screen.Fort
Eric's instincts kicked in as he sensed Alex's furtive movements, but he chose to ignore them, intrigued by his colleague's sudden secrecy.As Alex swiftly drove away from the clubhouse, Eric's curiosity got the better of him. He discreetly trailed behind, determined to uncover Alex's true intentions.However, Alex vanished into the night, leaving Eric frustrated and confused. The darkness seemed to swallow him whole, and Eric's trained eyes couldn't penetrate the shadows."Must be tired of the club," Eric thought, shrugging off the encounter.He returned to the clubhouse, pushing open the door to reveal a scene that made his heart race."Wow, this is a great deal," Eric exclaimed, eyes scanning the room.Most of the girls lay unconscious, scattered across the floor like fragile dolls.Judge, his boss, emerged from the shadows, a sinister grin spreading across his face."We can do our job now," Judge whispered to Eric, his voice dripping with malice.Eric's gaze locked onto Judge's, a
Sanya leaned in, a hint of excitement in her voice. "Yeah, Tyler, can we get the video footage? But before that, Alex, I have to say, you did an incredible job infiltrating the club tonight." She smiled, her eyes sparkling with admiration.Alex nodded humbly, adjusting his jacket as he replied, "Thanks, Sanya. It wasn't easy, but I managed to blend in."Tyler's gaze narrowed, his brow furrowed in concern. "Alex, did you see Smith inside?"Alex's expression turned thoughtful. "Yes, we crossed paths. We exchanged a brief nod, but that was it."Tyler's eyes locked onto Alex's, intensity building in his voice. "Did he recognize you in any way? Even subtly?"Alex hesitated, replaying the encounter in his mind. "I'm not sure. He didn't react overtly, but there was a flicker of something in his eyes. I couldn't quite read it."Sanya's interest piqued, she leaned in closer. "A flicker of something? What do you mean?"Alex's brow furrowed. "It was like... a moment of hesitation. A pause in his
"Tyler, let's schedule a meet time with Judas," he said, not looking up.Tyler leaned back in his chair, cradling his coffee mug in his hands. "That was already done a few days back," he replied with a hint of amusement. "Remember, I mentioned to you that I had to call Judas to get some information about Smith's clubbing habits? After that, we scheduled a meeting to discuss the details, and it's actually set for today, Friday."Alex's eyes widened slightly as he snapped his fingers. "Right! I totally forgot. What time is the meeting again?" he asked, his brow furrowed in concentration.Tyler checked his watch. "We're supposed to meet Judas at 2 PM at the Downtown Café. I've already confirmed with him, and he's expecting us." He paused, studying Alex's frazzled expression. "Everything okay? You seem a bit scattered today."Alex rubbed his temples. "Just trying to keep up with all these leads. This case is getting more complicated by the day." He sighed. "Let's just hope Judas has some
Smith let out a deep, rumbling laugh, his eyes glinting with amusement as he leaned back in his plush, leather-bound chair. "Eric, you want to dare me?" he asked, his voice dripping with sarcasm, his thick eyebrows raised in skepticism.Eric shifted uncomfortably, his eyes darting around the opulent room before returning to Smith's imposing figure. "Boss, I cannot dare," he replied, his voice laced with caution, his hands clasped together in a gesture of deference.Smith's expression turned serious, his face hardened into a commanding mask. "Now, listen carefully," he instructed, his voice firm and authoritative. "I want both the lady and Stephen found and brought to my chamber immediately." As he spoke, he raised his snuffbox to his nose, inhaling the pungent aroma of his fine tobacco.The scent wafted through the air, mingling with the faint tang of leather and the soft crackle of the fireplace. Smith's eyes narrowed, his gaze piercing as he awaited Eric's response. The air was heav
Chapter oneThird person POVTyler took fast and impatient strode towards his car. Some soldiers stood at attention, and saluted at him immediately they saw him."Welcome, General" they greeted in unison.Tyler simply nodded in response. He closed his eyes and inhaled deeply, then sighed with a relieved smile."I can't wait to reunite with my family. I'm finally done with the war. I've missed them so much, and these three years have been hell without them," he said to no one in particular, but one of the soldiers replied to him anyway."Yeah, it's been a long time, General" the soldier chipped in. "Don't forget to call us if you need our help; we're always at your service, General," the soldiers nodded in agreement. Tyler reached forward and held the soldier's shoulder, squeezed it reassuringly and nodded his head. Before getting into the car, he waved at them, then ordered the driver to drive off.*****Arianna rushed inside the house, sweating profusely. She glanced at her daughter
Chapter 2"Get me information on the Wilson family and where they've taken my wife. I need it within the next 30 minutes," Tyler instructed. "I'll begin right away, sir," the receiver responded before Tyler ended the call. He then moved closer to his teary-eyed daughter, and embraced her tenderly.*****Arianna was forcefully laid on a hospital bed, struggling to get down, but the Wilson's guards weren't offering any assistance. They handcuffed her hands to the bed."Let go of me!" she yelled."Lower your voice if you don't want me to shut you up," the butler threatened with a frown.Anyone would be scared out of their wits staring at the butler's deep frown, the long scar above his left eyebrow gave him a scarier look, but Arianna wasn't fazed - all she wanted was to be set free."Please let me go, I need to get out of here," she pleaded, but as expected all her pleas fell on deaf ears."You aren't leaving here until you donate your cornea. I'm not even sure it'll be possible for yo