All Chapters of Kiss Me While The World Burns: Chapter 61 - Chapter 70

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Blood and Ashes 2

Up in the study, the rest of the team stood in tense silence.Bin stood by the doorway, his hand still resting on the grip of his rifle. His eyes were wide, darting between the two matching sets of silver-gray eyes in the room. The gravity of the situation was too heavy. He slowly shifted his weight, keeping his eyes on the hallway behind them, ensuring nobody snuck up on his boss while she was vulnerable.Vin stood next to him, his face a completely unreadable mask, though his fingers tightened slightly on his weapon.Tex stood silently in the shadow of the doorway, his massive frame blocking the exit, his focus locked entirely on the windows. He knew that a moment of emotional distraction was the most dangerous time for a leader.Giordano, however, was not easily swayed. He was completely and utterly shocked.He had been there when they found the secret recording of Victoria's father. He knew the story of the hidden brother. But he had never actually believed it. And he certainly di

Fractured

The heavy oak doors of the grand study didn’t just open—they exploded inward, reduced to a shower of splintered wood and metal hinges."Get down!" Giordano roared.Before the echoes of the blast could even register, three metallic canisters bounced across the polished hardwood floor, hissing violently.BANG! BANG! BANG!A blinding white flash tore through the room, accompanied by a concussive shockwave that threatened to rupture their eardrums. Thick, acrid grey smoke instantly flooded the space, turning the flashing red emergency lights into a hellish, disorienting haze."Fuck!" Bin swore loudly, coughing as he blind-fired three rounds into the doorway. "We've got thermal visors incoming! They can see right through this shit!"The high-pitched thwip-thwip-thwip of suppressed automatic rifles cut through the smoke. Plaster rained down on them as a hail of submachine gun fire chewed through the bookshelves, sending shredded paper flying like snow."Move! Move! Move!" Vito’s voice boome

No Way Out

The docks smelled of salt, wet concrete, and burning rubber. Gunfire cracked through the thick fog like thunder. It was loud, fast, and completely terrifying. Marcus ducked low behind the steering wheel as another hail of bullets shattered what was left of the front windshield. Small bits of sharp glass rained down on his neck. His hands shook on the steering wheel, but he forced himself to breathe. "Leo!" Marcus yelled, his voice cracking over the noise of the engine. "We need to move the car! Leo, grab the bag!" There was no answer. Marcus turned his head. His heart stopped. Leo was slumped against the passenger door, his shotgun slipping from his fingers. A neat, small hole sat right in the center of his forehead, dripping dark red onto the leather seat. His eyes were wide open, staring at nothing. Leo was dead. He had been killed in an instant. A white-hot wave of fury crashed through Marcus, burning away the shock. Leo was not just a teammate; he was his brother-in-arms. The

The Escape

Meanwhile back in the military base.The metal stairs vibrated under their boots as they ran. The red emergency lights flashed against the wet stone walls, casting long, scary shadows. Victoria ran fast, holding her torn gown in one hand and keeping her heavy gun raised in the other.Giordano was right behind her, his massive body acting as a human shield against any bullets coming from above."Watch your step!" Vito called out from the front. He moved with fast, confident strides, guiding them deeper into the belly of the mountain. "The platform is just ahead!"Before they could reach the bottom, a loud explosion shook the ceiling. The steel hatch at the top of the stairs blew completely inward, sending hot sparks and sharp metal flying through the air."Inbound!" Vin yelled from the back of the line. He raised his rifle and fired a rapid burst of bullets up the dark stairwell.Mercenaries in black tactical gear began dropping down on ropes, their red visor lights shining through th

The Escape 2

The metal stairs vibrated under their boots as they ran. The red emergency lights flashed against the wet stone walls, casting long, scary shadows. Victoria ran fast, holding her torn gown in one hand and keeping her heavy gun raised in the other.Giordano was right behind her, his massive body acting as a human shield against any bullets coming from above."Watch your step!" Vito called out from the front. He moved with fast, confident strides, guiding them deeper into the belly of the mountain. "The platform is just ahead!"Before they could reach the bottom, a loud explosion shook the ceiling. The steel hatch at the top of the stairs blew completely inward, sending hot sparks and sharp metal flying through the air."Inbound!" Vin yelled from the back of the line. He raised his rifle and fired a rapid burst of bullets up the dark stairwell.Mercenaries in black tactical gear began dropping down on ropes, their red visor lights shining through the dust. They did not hesitate. They s

The Safe Haven

The high-speed transport capsule, the Sword, shot through the dark tunnel like a silver bullet. The sudden start pushed Victoria and her crew hard against the walls. Outside the glass windows, the dark rocks passed by so fast they were just a blur.Inside the capsule, it smelled like blood and smoke.Vin lay on the metal floor. He was twisting in pain, his hands clawing at the ground. He was breathing in short, fast gasps. The bullet had gone through his shoulder, and red blood was soaking through the cloth Bin pressed against the wound."Stay with me, Vin! Stay with me!" Bin cried. His hands were covered in blood. He pressed down hard on the wound, his face pale with fear. "Focus on my face, Vin. Just breathe."Victoria stared at the blood on the floor. Her mind was spinning. The loud alarms, the explosions, her brother’s return, and now her hurt subordinate. It was all too much. Her hands shook as she held her gun. She was usually so strong, but right now, she felt like she was fall

The Weight Of The Crown

Victoria kept back pressed against Giordano’s chest, and the solid, rhythmic thud of his heartbeat was the only thing keeping her anchored to the floor. The scent of rain still clung to his leather jacket. For a second, she allowed herself to just be a person, not a leader, not the fearsome Diamond Queen of the De Luca empire. Slowly, the icy fog in her mind began to clear. Her survival instincts started ticking again. She pulled back slightly, her silver-gray eyes looking up at his dark face. "I need to go and check on Vin," Victoria said. Her voice was too quiet, lacking its usual sharp edge. "He took that hit for the team. I need to see how bad it is." She made a move to step out of his embrace, but Giordano’s large hands stayed firmly on her waist. "No," Giordano said. His voice was a deep, unyielding rumble. “No?” Victoria blinked, her brow furrowing in confusion. "Giordano, let go. I am his boss. I need to look at the damage myself. I need to know if—" "I said no, Victoria

The Weight Of The Crown 2

Vito stopped a few feet away from her. He looked at his sister, his silver-gray eyes filled with a heavy, dark frustration. "I am sorry, Vicky. My secondary squad was completely cornered at the waterfront. The mercenaries were too organized." "It is fine," Victoria said softly, her voice flat. She reached out, taking both of his hands in hers. Her grip was surprisingly warm. "We will find it later. We always do. For now, I have to leave." Vito’s brow furrowed in a deep frown. "Already? You just got out of a literal warzone, Vicky. You haven't even rested for three hours." "Yeah," Victoria hummed, giving his hands a firm squeeze. "Business calls. Luxore is having a crisis in New York, and the De Luca name doesn't maintain its power if the corporate side crumbles." She looked into his face, her expression softening into something genuinely sweet for a split second. "I am beyond happy to see my brother, Vito. Truly. I thought I was alone in this world. But I am sad I have to leave y

The confrontation

The long flight across the Atlantic Ocean finally ended. The sleek white private jet touched down on the tarmac in New York, its engines screaming as it slowed to a stop. Victoria, Giordano, Kany, and Bruce did not waste a single second. They piled into a waiting black sedan and raced straight toward downtown Manhattan. Kany sat in the back seat, completely dialed in, her voice sharp and rapid-fire as she barked orders into her Bluetooth earpiece, coordinating with their off-site security teams.When the car pulled up to the front curb of the massive Luxore headquarters, the street was a complete mess. Three blue and white police vehicles were parked directly in front of the building, their tires resting against the curb. The bright red and blue emergency lights were not flashing, but their presence alone brought a heavy wave of fear and panic to the busy sidewalk. People walking by stopped to stare, whispering to each other as they pointed at the glass towers.Inside the sedan, the m

The Confrontation 2

Hearing that, Victoria frowned deeply, her eyes turning into two slits of cold steel. A dark, dangerous anger bubbled up in her chest. What the hell was that woman doing sitting in her private office when she wasn't even around to give permission? It was an absolute insult to the De Luca name."Keep the staff calm and return to your desks," Victoria commanded, her voice cutting through the lobby like a sharp knife. "Nobody else goes upstairs.""Hey! Back to work, all of you!" Kany commanded loudly, her voice booming across the lobby as she stepped in front of the sweating manager. "The legal team is already handling this. Stop whispering, stop crying, and get back to your stations right now. This building does not close for a standard inspection."Turning swiftly on her heel, Kany swiped her executive security pass against the private elevator sensor. The gold doors slid open instantly. As they stepped inside, Kany immediately hit the button for the penthouse and turned to Victoria, t

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