Mag-log inPhoenix’s POVI’ve lived a dangerous life, but somehow, this girl is the strangest thing to walk into my life.Looking out the window of my office, I watched as she ran around in circles carrying a rake with all her might and swinging it towards the sky. I can't help but furrow my brows at her antics.When she asked to be allowed outside, I knew she was planning another stupid attempt of escaping again. Still, I don’t see how whatever it is she’s doing right now could be part of that plan.I cannot predict her and I don’t like that fact.“That’s all the updates for the ongoing shipment, I’ll report again once the routes are finalized. We can proceed this coming Friday for the handoff as planned,” Tres’ voice pulled me back to present.With my back still on him, I asked, “Are you really sure that it’s her?”He paused, caught off guard by my sudden question. “Pardon?”“The girl,” I replied, my gaze never leaving the weirdo in my front lawn. “How sure are you about her identity?”“The or
Clover’s POVThey say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach… which is good, because I make really awesome beef stew.“I thought you’re just a maid but you're honestly a good cook,” Cuatro comments with a swallow. “Really? Do you think the Boss will like it?” I asked with a smile and leaned forward on the table, watching him wolf down on his plate.He lifted his head and said, “I haven’t tasted a home-made food in years—this hits different… Nice job, Fork!” He gave me a grin and a thumbs up.I was about to be flattered but my forehead creased at his last remark. “Fork?”Cuatro took a big gulp. “Yeah. Fork. I saw what you did in the security cams, it’s your new nickname,” he chuckled and took another bite. He raised the fork he was using and inspected it. “Never knew our utensils here are that strong. It’s a new discovery thanks to you.” He beams despite his full mouth.I instantly pulled the plate away from him and glared. “I will never cook for you again!”“Aw, c’mon! I’m j
Clover’s POV I transitioned to my newest job pretty quickly. Well, that’s what I say to myself at night. I’m just gonna pretend that this is work and not a bargain for my life. Not to mention, I have no other options. I’m not specially gifted in a lot of areas so I have to use my ordinary brain to come up with a plan if I want to get out of here. “Shipment’s being moved tomorrow night. Do you think the rat would leak information again? Uno doesn’t seem to prioritize finding them,” I heard Cuatro say, munching on his chips, while I pretend to clean the nearby end table. It was Seis who responded to him without lifting his eyes from the book he was reading. “It’s only a matter of time before we narrow down who it is. Besides, there’s a lot of pressing matters going on lately.” “Yeah, I guess…” Cuatro chuckled. “The Talons are definitely not going to sit quietly. They would want such a big haul back. I’m sure they didn’t get the crates for a cheap price.” I lifted the vase, busyi
Clover’s POVThe new chapter of my miserable escapades begins today.“This way,” Dos instructed, gesturing down the hall, after he picked me up from my assigned room.I followed closely behind.“First rule: don’t wander where you’re not told to. You're only allowed in certain areas of the mansion. Keep that in mind,” he says stoically.I nodded, pursing my lips.At least I won't be suffocated in the cramp room anymore.And honestly, the bed space they gave me is something I couldn't have afforded in town. Rents are too high lately—to the point that my captors gave me a better room than my own old house.“You can go here in the kitchen. You're not allowed to cook unless you're asked to but you can access the food to feed yourself whenever you want,” Dos dismissively showed me around.“You should avoid the dining hall, though. Just eat in your room… or in the living room we passed earlier. But don't hang around when the others are here,” he adds.“Got it,” I replied enthusiastically.Th
Phoenix’s POVThis girl is full of surprises, to say the least.Looking back to her over my shoulder, I asked, “What are you dragging your feet for? Follow me.”She looked up with eyes full of hesitation. “Where are you taking me?”“Out,” I simply said.“You’re taking me out?!” She hysterically exclaimed, “I’m still young!”At that moment, I had the urge to let out the biggest sigh of my life.I just know she’s gonna be a headache from here on. Especially with the setup I recently decided for her.“Out of this holding room,” I explained. “Unless you want to stay, of course. You can be locked up here forever.”The girl paused and thought about it deeply. She looks like a grumbling kitten with her creased forehead. I don’t think she could ever harm even an insect.“I thought you said that we should just get this over with,” I added. “That’s what I’m planning to do: end this.”Turning my back to her, I headed towards the door in quick strides. I knew she was gonna follow.“Wait…” she cha
Clover’s POVI slam my trusty fork on the floor. This is the moment where I need to decide whether I should preserve my pride and shame or my own life. It should be an easy choice, right? Except it’s not.“Oh my god,” I groaned, dragging both hands down my face. “I can’t believe I’m really gonna do this…”Biting my nails and bouncing my crossed legs, I gulped. I tried what options I could Breaching the lock and climbing the vent isn’t realistically as possible as television makes them out to be—especially when it’s quite obvious that the syndicate I’m dealing with lives up to what actual mafias are.So with fierce determination, I’ve made up my mind. I marched towards the door and knocked loudly. Then, I screamed, “I demand to see Uno!”Hopefully, this room is not sound-proofed. And now that my head is clearer of foolish desperation, I realize they are most likely monitoring me to some extent. I’m sure I’ll get the message out if I just loudly ask for it.“Tell Uno to see me!” I y







