Crimson Shadows

were consumed with the threats they faced and the revelations they had unearthed. Sofia sat in Jake's office, her hands

ofia murmured, her voice

ed this. The Espinnas aren't the type to sit

on flickering in her gaze. "We need

ng her words. "You're right. But trustin

someone. He's not exactly a friend, but he has resources and

name unfamiliar. "

ned. "He's since gone clean-or so he claims. But he still ha

ight. Let's set up a meeting. But we proceed with

y pulling out her ph

the low hum of conversation. In a secluded booth at the back, Emeryl Jacob waited. He was a tall man, his presence commanding despite

, rising to shake her h

seat. "This is Jake Murphy, the pr

s hand, his grip

ever wavering. "Sofia's told me you two

yly. "That's put

ng them both. "So, what ex

twork. Information, resources, safe houses-anything

ng up against the Espinnas isn't something I take lightly.

owed. "What kind

oing this for charity. I'll expect a favor in r

offer. She knew Emeryl's favors often came with s

lent. He didn't like it, but

his smile returning

y, uncovering hidden operations, secret meetings, and key players. The more they learned, the clearer it be

he latest findings on a makeshift board. "We've identified several key figures wi

rcing eyes. "Osivia Jericho. She's Benato Espinna's right hand.

get. If we can get to her, we ca

heavily protected, and she's smart. But there's a way. She frequents an exclusive club d

We'll need a cover story

before responding. "Leave

the team. Just remember, trust is a

known for its discretion and exclusivity. Sofia donned an elegant dress, her makeup flawless b

on, and the occasional clink of glasses created an ambiance of sophistication. Sofia scanned the room, her heart pound

ce low. "We need to get

e. Sofia sipped her cocktail, her eyes darting between Osivia and the man she was with. The convers

t before making his move. He approached Osivia's tabl

her eyes narrowi

y. "I've heard a lot about you

ly smile. "Is that so? And wh

h knowing," Jake replied, taking a seat

n conversation. The stakes were high, and the room was filled with dange

lliances were tested, and the true nature of their mission became clear. In the world of