Chapter 46: Undercover "You guys are funny, you know that? You suit each other, by the way. I get it, you have your suspicion, and I understand. But come on, put the gun down, I am on your side, and I am no undercover cop," Ben tried to convince them."You have to show us something to believe you," Luca replied.This made Ben angry. "What is your problem, man?" "Guys, calm down!" Isabella hollered. "Yeah, he's right, you have to tell us something that will make us believe you, Ben.""Hello, have you been avoiding the news lately? I have killed five of his guys, is that not enough?" Ben spat out."We know that, and it's not enough," Luca replied sharply.Isabella really wanted to believe, but Luca didn't. She didn't care what he thought now. "Okay, Let's say, we believe you. Do you know where Bruno is?" Isabella asked him so that they could end this and get on with their life. "He's in London. I just found out from my guys over there," Ben said, feeling very exhausted by their conti
Chapter 47: JudeGiuda's POV: Giuda always knew that the mafia had a presence in his city, but he never thought that they would become interested in him. However, over the past few days, he noticed that he was being followed wherever he went. It didn't matter if he was at work, at home, or even out with friends, there was always someone watching him.At first, Giuda tried to ignore it, thinking that it was just his imagination playing tricks on him. But as the days went by, he became more and more convinced that someone was really following him. He started to become paranoid, constantly looking over his shoulder and jumping at every sudden noise. "I'm starting to lose my mind," he said to himself one day. "I need to do something about this."Giuda knew that he had to do something about it, but he didn't know where to start. He had no idea who was following him or why they were doing it. He couldn't even think of anyone who would want to harm him. One day, as he was leaving work, Gi
Chapter 48: The markidesDetective Ben POV 6 years back Detective Ben leaned against the unmarked police car, his eyes scanning the crime scene before him. Detective Pike approached, his sharp gaze fixed on the details that surrounded them. The two partners shared a knowing look, understanding the gravity of the case that lay ahead.Ben broke the silence. "Pike, this one feels different, doesn't it? Markides is a slippery target, but we can't let him slip through our fingers. Too much is at stake."Pike nodded, his voice filled with determination. "You're right, Ben. This case has deeper roots than we initially thought. It goes beyond Markides. We're up against an entire web of corruption. But if there's one thing we can do, it's untangle the truth."Ben sighed, his eyes clouded with frustration, but he was really determined even though he was living a double life."It just feels personal to me, Pike. My wife's death... there's something more to it. I can't shake the feeling that
Chapter 49: FlashbacksA haunting flashback, delving into Detective Ben's troubled past. Memories of loss and brutality washed over him, revealing the deep-rooted pain that fueled his actions in the present. The glimpses into his history offered a glimpse into the darkness that lurked within his soul.Ben found himself at the center of a dangerous dance, balancing loyalty and self-preservation. His alliances were tested as rival factions vied for control, and the price of betrayal loomed ever closer.As Ben wrestled with his inner demons, he sought solace in the company of his trusted partner, Detective Pike. With his unwavering support, Pike has been by Ben's side through thick and thin, sharing in his triumphs and bearing witness to his struggles.They were sitting in the office, and it started raining, Ben's troubled expression caught Pike's attention. He was worried about it, placing a comforting hand on his shoulder. "You've been distant lately, Ben," he said softly. "Is everyt
Chapter 50: Flashbacks IIMia agreed to hand Stephen the money but killed him, unknown to the duo. She kept the money hidden and began to set up an apartment for herself.When Mia saw the mysterious note Isabella left on the blog, she forced Isabella to spill the truth. But Isabella claimed she knew nothing and it was only a bluff. Mia's mind was consumed by the weight of he r actions as she meticulously arranged her new apartment, concealing the stolen money in a secret compartment. She knew she had agreed to give the money to Stephen, but instead, she had taken his life, forever altering the course of her own.Days later, while browsing her blog, Mia's eyes widened in surprise as she stumbled upon a mysterious note left by Isabella. It was a cryptic message that seemed to hold the key to the tangled web of deception surrounding her. Determined to unravel the truth, she confronted Isabella, her closest friend."Mia, I swear, I have no idea what you're talking about," Isabella plead
Chapter 51: The Pursuit As Detective Ben continued to smoke his cigarette, a sudden knock on the door interrupted the tense atmosphere. All three of them turned their heads simultaneously, their eyes locked on the entrance.Detective Ben motioned for Isabella and Luca to stay quiet as he cautiously approached the door. He peered through the peephole, his expression shifting from curiosity to surprise. With a nod of assurance, he opened the door, revealing a disheveled man.The man stumbled into the room, panting heavily. "Detective Ben, you need to get out of here. They're onto you!"Detective Ben's eyes widened with alarm. "Who's onto me? What are you talking about?"The man caught his breath before responding, his voice trembling with fear. "Internal Affairs. They suspect you've been working against their interests. They're closing in, Ben. You have to disappear."Isabella's finger tightened on the trigger, her gaze flickering between Detective Ben and the panicked man. Luca's eye
Chapter 52: Flashbacks III Isabella frowned as the doors to her uncle's private jet swooshed open, and the wind hit her face, blowing her hair back. She didn't want to be here; she simply didn't want to move in with her mother.Her mother, Maria, was a short, petite woman whom she remembered visiting in the past, but that all changed when Isabella found out her mother had wanted to abort her. The news had hit her like a dagger straight through the chest. In all honesty, her mother didn't look like that type of person, but one cannot be judged by the façade they display. From then onwards, she refused to meet her or acknowledge her presence at all. Isabella didn't want to be a burden on someone.Isabella's father, Luca, didn't know that she had found out the secret he was keeping to save her from the pain, but she found peace in the painful truth. Her parents had been divorced for as long as she could remember, but she never had the guts to ask her father about it. She felt as if it
Chapter 53: ConfrontationMr. Luan's heart raced as he fumbled for the light switch, illuminating the room and revealing Bruno's menacing figure lurking in the shadows. Sweat trickled down Mr. Luan's forehead as he tried to steady himself."Bruno, what the hell are you doing here?" Mr. Luan stammered, attempting to regain his composure."You think you can set me up, Luan? You think you can betray me?" Bruno's voice dripped with anger and betrayal. His hand trembled, clutching a gun tightly."No, Bruno, you've got it all wrong," Mr. Luan pleaded, his voice quivering. "I didn't set you up. I don't know what you're talking about."Bruno took a step forward, the gun in his hand reflecting the dim light in the room. "Don't lie to me, Luan. I just narrowly escaped an assassination attempt, and the killer had your name written all over him."Mr. Luan's eyes widened in genuine surprise. "An assassination attempt? I swear, Bruno, I had nothing to do with it. I would never betray you."Bruno na