Chapters
1. Chapter 1: Ripped Promises
2. Chapter 2: Smoke and Secrets
3. Chapter 3: The Trap Tightens
4. Chapter 4: Docks and Double-Crosses
5. Chapter 5: The Rival’s Game
6. Chapter 6: The Gala Gambit
7. Chapter 7: Masquerade of Motives
8. Chapter 8: The Gala's Edge
9. Chapter 9: Shattered Alliances
10. Chapter 10: Reckoning at the Diner
11. Chapter 11: Shadows of Power
12. Chapter 12: The Broker's Game
13. Chapter 13: Assassin's Mark
14. Chapter 14: Sister's Keeper
15. Chapter 15: Cliffside Conspiracy
16. Chapter 16: Enforcer's Gambit
17. Chapter 17: Betrayal From Within
18. Chapter 18: Summit Showdown
19. Chapter 19: Family Secrets
20. Chapter 20: Edge of Eternity
21. Chapter 21: Shadows of Secrets
22. Chapter 22: Ambush at the Edge
23. Chapter 23: Gala of Ghosts
24. Chapter 24: Blood on the Cliffs
25. Chapter 25: Traitor’s Bargain
26. Chapter 26: Execution's Eve
27. Chapter 27: City of Betrayal
28. Chapter 28: Price of Heart
29. Chapter 29: Wraith's Reckoning
30. Chapter 30: Council's End
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Chapter 13: Assassin's Mark
The neon diner sign vibrated, red light casting an aura about its chrome hardware and frayed vinyl booths, heavy with coffee fumes and threat. Lila Voss confronted Vera Monroe, her hand encircling a chipped cup, warmth little defense against the chill of Sofia's news: The Broker's hired an assas...
