Claimed by the Mafia Biker
The reminder’s eyes widened, disbelief flashing, and for the first time in years, I saw fear—not just in him, but in the idea that power built on terror could crumble under precision, strategy, and sheer resolve.
Blade pressed closer, cutting off any escape. Nova’s hand found mine, tiny and trembling, but her eyes—her eyes held trust. And that trust became the fulcrum of every strike, every move, every decision I made.
The clearing became a stage, the forest our witness. And in that space, I realized something profound—strength isn’t just brute force. It’s focus, patience, and the willingness to protect what matters most.
The reminder staggered, the forest holding its breath once more. “You