Novels by Addiction

The council chamber was once again occupied by the elders in Silverlake. Elders sat down fuming in rage. The atmosphere felt really tense that Rowan didn't dare say a word as he stood at the far end of the long mahogany table. He was opportuned that they could even allow him to be part of the meeting especially when he wasn't an elder of the council. But he was Jasper's assistant. Only he could pass the information to Jasper. Despite being the one currently handling Silverlake’s affairs while Jasper was away, none of the elders had offered him a seat.Rowan didn’t seem bothered.His hands were clasped calmly behind his back, his posture straight, his expression neutral as he listened to the heated discussion unfolding before him.The elders' expressions were dark, their voices sharp as they spoke with loud voices. “This is getting out of hand!” Elder Marino hissed with a deep frown carved into his wrinkled face. His palm slammed against the table, “This was why I never supported

The council chamber was once again occupied by the elders in Silverlake. Elders sat down fuming in rage. The atmosphere felt really tense that Rowan didn't dare say a word as he stood at the far end of the long mahogany table. He was fortunate that they could even allow him to be part of the meeting especially when he wasn't an elder of the council. But he was Jasper's assistant. Only he could pass the information to Jasper. Despite being the one currently handling Silverlake’s affairs while Jasper was away, none of the elders had offered him a seat.Rowan didn’t seem bothered.His hands were clasped calmly behind his back, his posture straight, his expression neutral as he listened to the heated discussion unfolding before him.The elders' expressions were dark, their voices sharp as they spoke with loud voices. “This is getting out of hand!” Elder Marino hissed with a deep frown carved into his wrinkled face. His palm slammed against the table, “This was why I never supported

The Oakridge industrial district was silent at night. Rows of massive warehouses stretched endlessly beneath the dull glow of scattered streetlights.Jasper’s SUV slowed to a stop two blocks away from the target building, forcing the team members to slow down as well. The warehouse in front of them looked ordinary.But Jasper was sure. The system confirmed it. Tiger turned off the engine and looked back at Jasper.“That’s the one.” Jasper nodded. Beside him, Bai Zhe leaned forward in his seat and squinted through the windshield.“Looks quiet,” he muttered.He was excited about this mission. He hasn't had the opportunity to have such fights since Jasper left of Silverlake.“Not quiet,” Jasper corrected. “Just careful.”“There are six cameras covering the perimeter. Two more at the loading docks. Motion sensors at the rear entrance.” Jasper heard Jackson spoke over the earplugs. Bai Zhe, who also had one plugged in, smirked. “So they’re expecting visitors.”Jasper opened the door

Jasper stood quietly on a hotel's balcony in Silverlake.Just the day before he sent Elise a message to meet up with him. Elise promised to be there on time. Both hands gripped the rail before him. Sophia was still missing. There's been no clue yet. No one was saying anything. The kidnappers were calling. His system has been silent.And worst of all, Bai Zhe's statement has been in his heart of hearts.Again and again, he questioned himself. Was Sophia still alive? Is she alright? He has flown down to Silverlake from Oakridge just to have this meeting with Elise. He hasn't slept a wink nor has he eaten anything since he heard of Sophia's kidnapping. “Sophia, what were you researching on?" He wondered. The sound of heels against marble interrupted his thoughts.Jasper didn’t need to turn to know who had arrived. He saw her when she came down from her car from up there. Elise Valmont. She stepped into the balcony like she owned the entire building.Her long dark coat flowed behind

Night had already settled over Oakridge. All clues led to dead ends. Jasper sat down in the car across the main road, watching cars move to and fro, their headlights forming endless glowing lines. But inside the car, the atmosphere was heavy with quiet tension. The events of the day replayed in Jasper’s mind again and again.Sophia’s kidnapping.The destroyed USB.Detective Diamond’s death.And the message left behind.Jasper Brennan.Someone wanted him involved.Jasper leaned back slightly in the chair and picked up his phone. He dialed Rowan's number.The call connected after only two rings.“Sir,” Rowan’s familiar voice came through the line. “How are things over there?” Jasper asked.“It is stable for now." Rowan narrated, “But the elders have called for a meeting at the Brennan's Estate. They are not happy about the sudden movement." “It's none of their business now I travel." Jasper said. Rowan paused for a while, then, “News travels fast, sir." “What do you mean?” "News

Jasper's mind moved quickly as he continued to analyzing the situation. This wasn’t random.The kidnappers had moved too efficiently. They knew exactly where and when to strike.Which meant they had been watching Sophia.Watching her for days.Maybe longer.A slow anger began building in his chest.He replayed the footage.Again.And again.Each time, his eyes focused on different details.The way the vehicle approached. The speed at which the men exited. The precision of their movements.No hesitation. No wasted motion.Professionals.“Start investigating Sophia’s family.” Jasper said to Tiger. Jasmine blinked, “The family? Again?”She knew the family were involved in the accident last time and damaged her legs. Thanks to Jasper she could walk again. “Yes and find the car.”Tiger nodded immediately. “We’re already running the license plate through several databases. But the number looks fake.”Jasper’s jaw tightened.“Of course it is.”He turned toward the security team.“Check eve