JaguarA smirk played on her lips as she lunged at me. I avoided the kick but I'm pretty sure it was heavier than it looks. She's petite and skinny, but I should do better than judge a fighter by how they look. Especially when she's so emotionally driven after she found out I'm her father's killer. I saw the power and strength that contained that kick and if I received that, I would be dead on the spot. She must be a close aide of Jett Rios if she's this physically capable. I was on the defensive for the first few seconds, trying hard to deflect or avoid her heavy and calculated attacks. She's mastered Muay Thai and Krav Maga since it's evident in her style, which is difficult to win against. Add the handgun that she's gripping tightly and sometimes using to strengthen her punches. I jumped and ran to the ruined couch for cover when she rained down bullets from her gun. I glanced at Fox who was quietly trying to lift his wheelchair. Our eyes met and he signaled at his wheelchair, im
Fox"Kidnapped, you say?" My hair rose at the calmly sinister tone the Director used. God damn it! Why do I have to report this to him?! Why not Leo?! He's the scariest man in the HQ and they're throwing me, the youngest, to face his wrath! Immediately after last night's events, I ran to Leo's apartment to ask what I should do. Leo panicked as much as I did and told me to report back to the HQ personally since this was an important matter. In a panic, I didn't realize she used me as the scapegoat to avoid the Director's wrath. Damn, Leo! This is why I deserve to be the next captain and not her!"E-Everything happened so fast, Sir," I reasoned, "I only realized he was gone when I saw a suspicious black van drive away. I doubt he was killed and assumed he was kidnapped."Director Morris's sharp stare made me sweat cold bullets. This guy. "Fox, I expected this mission to not go as smoothly as it should but it will be a real shame for the agency to lose the elite captain when in a mis
FallonI worked on keeping my expression blank, like a fresh slate. Like I was not looking at the bloody sight of the man I've always revered and... loved. He raised his gaze to stare at Jett and I saw blood trickle from his forehead to his chin, going through the side of his eyes like he was crying crimson tears.But I knew he was far from tearing up. I was proven correct when I saw the side of his lips curl up to a smirk. A condescending and mocking smirk that I was sure threw my husband off. Jett sent a harsh blow as he released his grip on Jaguar's chin, sending him to the wall. I could feel the vibration when his skull met the cobbled wall and I couldn't help but show my wince.I doubt Jaguar will survive another one of those. So I tried interrupting."Jett," I called him. "Isn't that a little too rough?"Jaguar's eyes went to me. Our eyes briefly met but I quickly averted them to look at Jett's back. I couldn't see what expression he wore but I doubt it's a pleasant one."If you
FallonI understand Chris must've been on edge for the past few weeks because of the inner turmoil going around them because of a traitor. But it's just way past the line to suspect me of all people, just because I recently arrived and doesn't have a reputable past."Then I'll let you read this first." Chris slid a folder over to Jett. He skimmed through it and I read his expression—sarcasm and mockery was evident in his smile. I see it clearly and I think the Agnellos also do... until I looked over at them and saw their cluelessness. I'm starting to think I overestimated the Agnellos."Correct me if I'm wrong, but you're offering a merging proposal of the two mafias? And we will share authority?"Chris nodded confidently. "It will be to our both interests and—""The Rios cannot share their authority, Chris," Jett cut him off. "That's never been done before and it's highly unlikely that it ever will. And I cannot risk the safety of the mafia right now."I saw Chris' jaw clenched. He p
FallonIt had been four days after Jaguar came to the mansion. Four eerily uneventful days passed and I still couldn't find the right time to have a word or two with him. The reason why is because my husband has never left my side for no more than five minutes.He changed so much since that night and I wonder if it's because he genuinely likes me or because he's keeping his eye on me, warily, watching my every move should I do something to the mafia. The latter is highly likely. I've realized now that Jett is difficult to understand. Nobody can know his entire personality. Unless they've known each other since they were babies and the only person like that here is currently unconscious and is still fighting for her life—Natalia.Her condition is still critical even after four days. They said she was almost done with those high-caliber machine guns that I assume were Fox's and that had she been treated any later than a few seconds, she wouldn't have made it. Needless to say, the mafia
JettI leave Fallon's side for a few minutes and she's already nowhere to be found.Sighing, I walked out of the empty room and looked around, hoping to see a shadow of her.The mansion was breached and I came inside to check if my wife was okay. The rage currently swirling inside me is uncontrollable but I have to keep a calm mind in this situation.Our defense is getting too sloppy that I know I'm gonna have to re-discipline my men after this is all over.The strict frown on my face intensified when I came to check on Jaguar, his name being one of the useless things he told us, and found out he had escaped. I hadn't killed him yet but I injured him to the point of near-death so it's a real wonder how he uncuffed and unlocked the cell—unless, this was an inside job. Then it would be a more serious problem because that person if remained on the loose, would rot the mafia from the inside."Look for your mistress!"I barked the order at anyone I crossed paths with as I made my way outsi
FoxMay that woman respectfully go to hell.I slammed my fist on the wheel as we drove away. It was damn hard to lose the cars following us but after an hour of sweating and trying hard, we finally got away. They were persistent as fuck, living up to their reputation of being the most infamous mafia around here. But the hell I care, as long as I get these two back—and I only got one!"Why the hell did she not want to go with us?!"I've been screaming the same question over and over again because I can't seem to understand why she let us take only Jaguar. Speaking of, I glanced at the rearview mirror to check his state."Is he gonna live, bro?""He will. Don't worry," one of the agents trained in paramedics replied calmly. He was so busy wrapping bandages all over Jaguar that I almost mistook him for a mummy."Can someone confirm if Leo's at her registered apartment?"I asked again, hoping to seek refuge in her place. Leo has been quiet about Jaguar's issue. The time I needed her the m
Fox"What loose ends do you mean?" Leo walked farther away from the others and I followed. This was not the first secret side mission that the Director had given us. Who knows, maybe Jaguar was also on a secret side-mission too so he let himself be captured. At this point, I don't even know. She spoke after sighing, "The Director had to make sure Hawk is not making allies outside of the FBI. He's grown wary for some reason, and thus, here I am checking if she's made connections in the Agnello mafia." "Why is she not allowed to make allies outside the FBI?" I curiously pried. "Because those allies are not to be trusted, Fox. They can betray you anytime and if Hawk depends on them too much, it will also endanger the mission." I turned quietly to ponder over what she said. It sounded correct but at the same time incorrect.Why would Leo think Hawk would depend on people she just met over us, the FBI, who's been with her since day one? And why do they immediately assume she'll be bet