Chapter 50 – A Joint Operation

Fallon

I 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