Something That’s Mine

Imani POV If I wanted to drive myself, I could have just said that. I didn’t even know he was sending a car. This man is crazy—how did I not see that when we were younger? He was always quiet, but he talked to me and was nice to me even as a teenager. Still, this is too much; he’s everywhere, and I just want to live my life Zion free. Even saying it sounds crazy. Because deep down, I already know—there is no Zion-free. I pull into the parking lot of the restaurant where my interview is. I put the car in park, rest my hands on the steering wheel, and take a deep breath. In. Hold. Out. Again. My fingers tighten slightly against the wheel before I force them to relax. I try to forget everything with Zion since I landed yesterday. Just for this moment. Just long enough to get through this. I get out of the car and walk inside. The door closes behind me with a soft click that feels louder than it should. When I step in, the restaurant is already bustling. Everyone is movin

Last Updated : 2026-04-07

Before It Reaches Him

King POV Today’s already a bad day, and it’s only 10am. I’ve got a full rundown of everything that was taken. I’m annoyed I even have to tell him. I’m sitting in one of the houses my brother and I share with my little brother, Canon. The place is quiet, but not peaceful—too much sitting under the surface. “Have you seen Imani yet, King?” Canon asks. My jaw tightens before I reply. Just a second too long. “For a minute, why?” I ask. “I missed her. I wanted to go see her,” he says. “Then go,” I say, pulling my phone out of my pocket as it buzzes. Ghost. Of course it is. And if he’s calling me instead of Zion—this isn’t small. If he’s calling me, it’s about Imani, and he doesn’t want to tell Zion. “What happened?” I ask. “We might have a potential problem,” he says. “How bad?” I ask. “If Boss finds out, pretty bad,” he replies.

Last Updated : 2026-04-08

Something Isn't Right

Zion POV I sit unwavering in my office at the clubhouse, sensing that something is completely off. It’s not loud. Not obvious. Just a feeling sitting in my chest that won’t move. I haven’t heard a word from King or Ghost all morning. Imani’s interview happened earlier, and there’s still no update. She refused my car and ignored my texts. Ignored me. I tap my fingers sharply on my desk. Once. Twice. Then faster. The sound cutting through the room.Nasir is on the couch, running numbers.“Did you get that footage of the area around the warehouse?” I demand.He shakes his head. “I’m working on it. I need a day,” he responds.I nod slowly. Too slowly. Letting that answer sit longer than it should.“Have you heard from King today?” I press.“Not since I left the house this morning. He was on his way to the Bronx,” he replies.My jaw tightens. That doesn’t sit right. Not with him. Not today.This isn’t like him.I pick up my phone and check her messages—she hasn’t responded. Screen still b

Last Updated : 2026-04-10

You Still Let Him In

Imani POVI sit in the kitchen with Canon, having him try dishes for the new menu.“I miss coming over to your house,” he says.I smile. “I missed you too, Canon,” I reply.Canon has always been my favorite of the four brothers. He’s the youngest at 19, and he used to follow me around everywhere when I first met him.“You not leaving again, right?” he asks.I shrug my shoulders. “I don’t plan on it,” I say. Even saying that feels heavier than it should, like something is already waiting to test it.“How long are you staying?” I ask.He frowns. “Trying to get rid of me already?” he asks.I laugh at him and swat his arm. “No silly, I just want to know if I need to make enough food for you too,” I reply.“Oh yeah, I’m staying. May I?” he asks, pointing to my weed tray.“Please,” I say.My phone vibrates on the counter. The sound cuts through the room sharper than it should, pulling my attention instantly.Unknown Number: I haven’t been able to stop thinking about you since you left. How’

Last Updated : 2026-04-10

All Chapters of Claimed by Zion: The Ruthless Kingpin: Chapter 11 - Chapter 14

Something That’s Mine

Before It Reaches Him

Something Isn't Right

You Still Let Him In