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Chapter 199: Asserting Authority After Release
“This is their final bottom line.” Ash took a slow sip from her cup, her tone calm and impartial. “Cruz made it clear. The whole group will make concessions to save Kane, but they won’t let themselves get backed into a dead end.”Kennard set down his teacup, his gaze sharp. “Are you saying if we refuse to compromise, they’ll abandon Kane entirely?”“Yes.” Ash answered plainly. “You only see their life-or-death bond with Kane, but you overlook that this crew is tied together by profit. Joren and the other local captains all gathered here for gain. It’s unrealistic to expect them to risk everything and sacrifice all their interests just to save one man.”Kennard frowned deeply, lost in thought.“Cruz can’t afford to back down,” Ash added. “If he caves completely, his authority over Black Street will crumble, and he’ll never be able to keep order there again.”“The Third Young Master’s plan is full monopoly over the drug route,” Kennard said in a low voice. “This secondary agent setup co
Chapter 198: Gang Games and Bottom-Line Negotiations
“Move him to another cell if we have to,” the cell boss seized the chance to suggest, a crafty edge in his voice. “I made big threats earlier that I’d bring him to heel, but now I can’t control him at all. I’ve got no way to wrap this up.”“Wait,” the guard tossed out the single word. He pulled out his phone and walked slowly down the corridor to make a call and file a report.That whole night, every man in the fourth-floor maximum-security cell stayed on high alert, not daring to relax for a second....The warehouse was sealed off and vast, thick with oppressive tension. Pierce, Cruz, Dask, Hartley, Joren, Slater, and Hagen had all shown up, alongside several frontline leaders from Dirt Slag Street. Every single person gathered for the meeting; no one was absent.Dask wore a grave expression and spoke first. “I’ve pulled every connection I can reach, but I still can’t find where Kane’s being held. The inspector team has clamped down tight on information this time. We need to come up
Chapter 197: Mad Brawl in the Death Row Cell
Kane bowed his head and pondered for a few seconds, his tone casual yet unyielding. “If you’ve got evidence, convict me. If you’ve got leads, investigate them. I’ve got nothing to confess. If you decide my attitude is insubordinate, write whatever you want. I’ll accept every finding, no arguments, no appeals. Saves us all the hassle.”The interrogator was left lost for words. He snapped coldly, “I hope you stay this tough.”More than ten minutes later, the written statement was finished. The interrogator slid the paperwork and a pen toward him. “Sign it and put your thumbprint down.”Without even glancing at the documents, Kane signed and pressed his thumbprint cleanly, calm and unflinching the whole time.The interrogator stood and issued his order with a blank expression. “Transfer him to Novarat First Prison, re-file his identity under a new name, maximum security confinement.”...The heavy iron door clanged shut, blocking out all light and sound from the outside world. This cell
Chapter 196. Manhunt and Lockup, Deadly Brawl in the Prison Yard
Kane looked at him, a flicker of warmth crossing his eyes, and asked quietly. “Where did you get those men?”Pierce pulled out a cigarette and replied. “A new crew of toughs from Dirt Slag Street. Their leader’s called Little Nantian.”“Tell them to lie low in Black Street for now and stay out of sight.” Kane gave quick instructions. “If the precinct moves to make arrests tomorrow, Hartley and the others will tip you off right away.”“Got it.”Kane raised a hand and clapped him on the shoulder, his tone low and steady. “We’ll get through this together.”Pierce nodded firmly.“Cruz, ride with me.” Kane called out. “We’re not heading back to Compound 88 tonight. You’re staying with me.”“Everyone disperse, go home and get some rest.” Cruz waved the others off, then hurried to climb into the car.The drive back was deathly quiet. Cruz smoked cigarette after cigarette, unable to contain his anxiety. He turned and spoke. “Jude had it coming, but this blew up way too big. How do we clean it
Chapter 195. Fight to the Bitter End
“Kane’s just far too naive.” Jude wore a look of utter disdain, his tone arrogant. “Does he really think Cole groomed him as a trusted confidant? From start to finish, he was nothing but a pawn for Cole to take down Oakley and Ellington. Once he’s no longer useful, he gets cast aside without a second thought.”He grew more smug, speaking without filter. “Cole stayed completely silent over this suspension, and that’s all the proof you need. When a pawn loses its value, you dump it. The new director was never on his side. Within six months, I’ll make sure he’s utterly disgraced at the Black Street Precinct. I’ve got connections with the inspectorate. Tonight’s just the opening act. Tomorrow I’ll file more evidence and crush him for good!”Kennard murmured quiet agreement, his eyes brimming with silent approval.Before he could finish speaking, heavy, steady footsteps suddenly thundered from downstairs.A dozen burly young men armed with baseball bats and short blades charged swiftly up
Chapter 194. Suppressed Outburst | Brawl at the Club and a Break with the Inner Circle
“Yeah.” Kane nodded, his tone icy. “I won’t agree. This supply line was built with every one of our lives on the line. Why should a bunch of people who did nothing reap the biggest reward? But Cole sees it differently. He thinks it’s the perfect springboard for his political career. Those guys have top-tier political connections to pave his way up the ladder.”Shira quickly pieced together the tangled web of interests. “So you and Cole are on opposite sides, fully at odds now?”“Yeah.” Kane replied, weariness and clarity hiding in his eyes. “Their ambition was never limited to just Kaiyuan District. They want total monopoly over the entire drug pipeline and cut all of us out of power.”Shira nodded slowly, her voice heavy. “If they can push Cole to cave, their rank and ambition are nothing to take lightly.”Kane took another gulp of strong liquor, his voice rough. “We spilled blood, lost men, made compromises, and fought tooth and nail to stabilize this territory. Before we even get a
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