“Betraying? No,” Victor said firmly. “Not even spying. But connections are good as long as they do no harm. Besides, the Reaper’s offer is tempting, Val. He promised resources, information, and alliances that could elevate us beyond our wildest dreams. But there’s a catch. You have to join his mafia.”
I took a step back, trying to process everything. “So, you want me to leave the Red Blood Gang and work for him?”
“Not want, Valentina. It’s up to you,” Victor said, his tone serious. “This could make us more powerful, but it’s a risk, so I won’t force you.”
I fell silent then. I already had a fair share of people I can't trust, but could I trust this mysterious Reaper?
Could I leave the Red Blood Gang for a chance at something greater?
"So, are you in or not?"
"So, are you in or not?"
I locked eyes with Victor, feeling my resolve harden. “I’m in.”
He chuckled then. “You're really something else, Valentina. So decisive. No wonder the Reaper likes you.”
I took a breath, ready to ditch Max and all his drama. And maybe, just maybe, this was my chance to become something more.
Something greater than just Max’s girlfriend.
“Alright,” I said, breaking the silence. “So what’s next?”