Tangled Aligence

The morning sunlight streamed through the window, piercing my eyelids. I rolled over yawning, As the memory of Sasha's overnight stay flooded my mind, l sprang from the bed and rushed to the window. It was Wednesday, my crew would be gathering for the morning briefings. My mind raced, l hastily made my way to the bathroom, then burst out, dressing quickly in my usual attire, l headed downstairs, my footsteps echoing through the silence. Guilt and fear weighed heavily on me as I walked along the pavement, my step stiff and heavy.

The memory of my betrayal lingered, hunting me, one mis-step, and my body would be zipped into a bag. As l turned onto the next pavement, l collided with Kane, who was heading in the same direction

'Can't see a thing now,' he muttered, already moving past me

Our history was strained,' Kane had always despised me, avoiding personal conversation and always eager to point out my mistakes, l knew why, he believed he deserved Quin's special acknowledgment, being his nephew. Yet, Quin had treated me more like a son, valuing my opinion above the rest. But now, l have betrayed him, and it hung like a shadow around me, facing him would be daunting.

I checked my watch - 9:00-pm and continued, lost in thought.

{Narrator's pov}

Quin sat in the living room, his white kaftan reflecting on the large glass that separated the space from the pavement. His dogs Fury and Power roamed freely, their names a stark reminder of the world he live in, a world of betrayal, anger, revenge and power...Quin, left by their mom at a very vulnerable age, with his little brother Tom, were raised by a weak father who struggled to provide stability, their mom while with them, slept with any man that smiled her way, brought in strings of her lovers at home, daring their father to confront her, threatening to throw him out if he dared question her actions. Then came the faithful day of her departure. Exhausted from shouldering the family responsibilities, she declared her independence, seeking a life where she would be pampered, not the provider. Their plea couldn't stop her, her mind was made up. Her absence was devastating. Their father fueled by alcohol and heartbreak slowly became a shadow of himself. It didn't take long for his dismissal.

As teenagers Quin and his brother found solace on the street. Selling starches (drugs )with his friend Ethan,Then Quin's greatest hope for redemption came "Mary" the love who soothed his deep wound. But Ethan's true loyalty lay with himself and eventually he betrayed Quin, having an affair with Mary and to keep her for himself, he ratted Quin out to the authorities.

Prison hardened Quin, being a teenager he was severely bullied and had to learn to stand up for himself.Turning him into a calculating leader, driven by thirst for power and revenge. His empire rose from the ashes of his broken past, built on the principles of fear, loyalty, and control. He rules with an iron fist, his name synonymous with terror, impatient to hunt, devour or kill any step of an opposition.

'Your Lord,' l greeted, joining my crew, my sweat drenched face obvious.

Quin exhaled deeply, sipped his drink, and rose from his seat, 'Our brothers have languished in jail long enough.The government won't cooperate with us, so we'll do what we do best,' He paused, pacing around the room,

'No family of ours is allowed to rot in prison. Never!

He handed a photograph over to Kane, he glanced through it before passing it to the crew.

That's, "Audrey," He briefed, daughter to the governor'

Age; 16

School; Dice international

Time; 10:0 pm to 2:0 pm

Location; Elite lorge

Security; Tyler Johnson. Ex secret service to the white house. Notorious for being ruthless.

His gaze locked on our faces.

"l want Audrey here as my quest within 48 hour, it's time to speak the language they understand

"Yes your Lord," we echoed

Quin's eyes blazed with intensity. "Our next target requires utmost care. The newly elected Drug Agency director, Rachel Morris. We can't let her disrupt our supply chains."

Quin's gaze swept across the room. We can't afford any inconveniences. Star, I want you to lead this operation."

"Yes, your Lord." I saluted

"Ivan, provide Star with necessary resources and intel,"

Ivan nodded,

"Walter, ensure our allies are informed and on board," he continued.

Walter made a little bow

"That rat knew what she signed for " Quin sneered. "I 'll show her why she met that seat empty.

His eyes locked onto me

"Star, No trails, no mistakes."

"Yes, your Lord," I replied, my voice firm.

Quin handed me a folder containing Rachel Moriss's file.

"Study her schedule, habits, and security detail. Find the weakness."

I nodded, scanning the documents.

"Eliminate her before she becomes a problem," Quin emphasized.

'Yes, your Lord!!' we echoed, our voices resonating through the sitting room.

We bowed our heads, before turning to file out of the room. His piercing gaze lingered on our departing figures, his expression stern.

"Star, Ivan, Kane Stay back," He ordered.

I, Ivan, and Kane retreated to our previous position, l felt my heart sink into my stomach, and my eyes scanning for an escape route or perhaps a zip bag.

Quin strode over to us, his anger palpable.

"We have lost good Men due to Jeremy's selfishness, tampering with deliveries, jeopardizing our clients' trust. He knowingly put his brothers' lives at risk... and he thinks his sister's tit can atone for this?"

Quin's voice cracked with pain. " He believes his slut of a sister can right his wrongs?" A mocking laugh crossed his face.

"We serve the Lord, The instruments of His will," Quin declared. "Bound by loyalty, we cannot tolerate traitors. I want him gone."

Quin's gaze locked onto mine, then shifted to Ivan and Kane.

"Yes, your lord!" we echoed in unison.

As we turned to leave, Quin's voice stopped us. "Star?"

"Yes, your lord," I turned to meet his gaze

"Make it personal."

I nodded, numb. Just hours ago, I was intimate with Sasha, Jeremy's sister. Now, I was tasked with eliminating him