BOUND TO THE BEAST
Dead because Viktor Russo wanted to eliminate everyone who knew too much about his dealings.
"Fall back to defensive positions," I ordered. "Protect the east wing. We're going underground."
"Copy that. But Boss, they're going to breach the main entrance any minute now."
"Then make them regret it." I switched channels. "All units, this is Moretti. Code Black. Full engagement authorized. No prisoners."
Code Black meant total war. Every weapon, every defensive measure, everything we had. The mansion would become a killbox.
Another volley of bullets shredded what was left of the windows. One round hit inches from Aria's head, and I felt her flinch beneath me.