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Chapter 53
News of Michael’s victory spread through the city like wildfire. At first, it was only whispers, rumors traded in bars, shared in cold alleyways, murmured between street vendors. “Did you hear? The newcomer… he beat the Pit Boss.” “No way. That man hasn’t lost in ten years.” “I saw it myself! The kid didn’t even flinch. Like he was born for it.” By the next morning, the whispers became conversations. By noon, conversations became noise. By nightfall, noise became a roar that echoed through every corner of the snowy city. The legend of the quiet stranger who claimed the Pit had begun. Michael didn’t boast about his victory. He didn’t act like a king or parade through the streets. He simply continued with what he always did, work, train, strategize. But the people saw him differently now. They stepped aside when he walked. They watched him from afar. They whispered his name with a mixture of fear, awe, and curiosity. And with recognition came influence. The Pit was infamous. Wh
Chapter 52
The bell clanged, echoing through the icy walls of the underground arena like a war cry. The moment the sound hit, the boss lunged. There was no testing of strength, no circling, no hesitation, just raw, brutal force. Michael barely had time to raise his guard before a massive fist slammed into his ribs. The impact was like being hit by a truck. His feet left the ground for a split second before he stumbled backward, skidding against the dirt floor. The crowd roared with excitement. “Now that's how you start a fight!” “Crush him, boss!” “The newbie can't even stand up straight!” Barry gripped the railing so tightly his knuckles turned white. “Okay, this is bad, this is bad, right? Tell me it’s not bad.” “It’s bad,” Jace said bluntly. “Like… extremely.” Michael shook off the shock, exhaling hard to steady himself. He stepped forward again, fists up, eyes focused. The boss laughed loudly. “Aww, still standing? Cute.” He swung again, another huge punch aimed at Michael’s jaw. M
Chapter 51
The business Mira built with the group had started as nothing more than a modest stall in the city center. They kept their identities hidden, and their presence subtle. The city was ruthless, cold, and unwelcoming to outsiders, but Mira understood something most people didn’t, power came not only from brute strength but from influence, connections, and reputation. Every morning she dragged Barry, Jace, and Celia into planning sessions, sketching strategies on pieces of paper, figuring out how to earn trust, how to draw customers, how to expand without drawing the wrong kind of attention. And somehow, through nights of trial and days of exhaustion, it worked. Bit by bit, the shop grew. Barry became the friendly face everyone liked talking to. Jace handled the quiet work, the negotiation, the behind-the-scenes trading. Celia learned quickly, she adapted to the city’s harsh rhythm, helping Mira with organization, finances, and customer handling. And Michael… Michael worked as their
Chapter 50
They had almost reached the cabin when Celia finally stopped walking, she was still hugging her arms close to her body. Her breath formed small clouds in the air as she waited for Michael to catch up. He slowed his pace when he realized she wasn’t moving anymore. Celia didn’t say anything at first. Her eyes were still slightly red, though she tried to hide it. Michael looked down, exhaling a long breath. “I’m sorry,” He said quietly. “For… everything back there. You shouldn’t have gone through that. And I should’ve been more careful. I promise, nothing like that is going to happen again.” She didn’t respond immediately. Instead, her gaze drifted down to his hand. Michael followed her eyes. His knuckles were split open and raw, small streams of dried blood clinging to the ridges. The cold air stung the exposed skin, turning the wounds an angry shade of red. He hadn’t even realized how badly they hurt until she stared at them. “Michael.” She whispered as she closer, “You can’t leave
Chapter 49
“Let her go,” Michael warned; his eyes were burning with rage at this point. The men didn’t take him seriously. They burst out laughing, loud and mocking, like hyenas circling their prey. “Look here, brat,” One of them sneered, stepping forward. “Just because you fight well doesn’t mean you get to order us around. Watch your mouth.” “Or what? What are you gonna do if we don't let her go?” Another chimed in, cracking his knuckles. The man holding Celia tightened his grip and pulled her closer as she struggled. His breath brushed her ear with a sickening and deliberate movement. “We’ll hurt this little kitten right here…” He whispered darkly, “...And make you watch.” Celia’s eyes widened in terror. Then the man disgustingly lowered his face to her neck and inhaled deeply. “Mmm… She smells like delicious berries…” He murmured with a twisted smile. “Brings back memories.” That was the moment something snapped inside Michael. He moved sharply like a storm unleashed. His fist connec
Chapter 48
Michael stepped outside into the biting cold, pulling his hooded fur jacket tighter around him as the snow crunched beneath his boots. He was dressed for another fight. Nothing fancy, just the rugged, worn clothes he’d grown accustomed to in this unforgiving city. His breath fogged through the icy air as he made his way around the side of the cabin. That’s when he spotted her. Celia was pacing back and forth on a patch of cleared snow, rubbing her gloved hands together anxiously. Her breath came in sharp bursts, like she was trying to breathe through something invisible pressing down on her. She hadn’t noticed him at all, she was too lost in her thoughts. Michael approached quietly and reached out to gently tap her shoulder. She jumped so hard she almost slipped. “Oh my gosh, Michael!” “Sorry, sorry.” He said immediately, raising his hands. “My bad.” “No, it’s fine.” She said quickly, though her voice wasn’t steady. Michael shook his head. “No. It’s not fine.” Celia froze, sur
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