Shadow of the Syndicate

's winding alleyways in Chicago. As their destinies marked the beginning of what everyone knew would soon be a bloody battl

are that the worst was still to come because he had witnessed enough of these feuds. He heard soft footsteps approaching and turned. Vera Luchesi stepped out of the darkness, her eyes keenly observing the s

ive up until he has drained the Vipers completely." Leo answered, "Dom's never been one for mercy." But we mus

took toward Dominic. Leo was also burdened by the fact that he had sworn allegiance to defend this city, but he was witnessing two g

ants, may be amenable to new partnerships, I've heard. He believes he deser

t be any going back if Dom smells even a hint of this. Leo took the chance and nodded. "Have I not come this far?"They split apart, each resuming their lives that they had to lead in order to preserve this alliance. That meant Leo had to go back to his station, where the captain had started calling

uous. Because they believed she still had past allegiances to the Syndicate, several questioned her leadership. S

desire was as evident as ever, his greed virtually pouring off him. "Go on," he murmured in an abruptly curious tone.Vera smiled a little to herself. "I am aware of Dom's record-keeping location. Every transaction, shipment, and bribe. Details he would never divulge to you. She took a moment to consider her offer. "As long as we cooperate, I'm willing to share." Carlo's grin vanished and was replaced by a shrewd one. "Vera, you're playing with fire. However, if you mean it... He lowered his voice to a whisper and looked around the bar. "Then perhaps we have a deal."Vera nodded, satisfied. Despite feeling victorious, she had a knot in her gut as she exited the pub. Her devotion to the Vipers was getting more elusive, and she was steppi