TEST OF LOYALTY 2
"You said the job was done. Why is Jason still alive?" The deep voice echoed through the walls of a dimly lit room, where Jake stood, head bowed, eyes low.
Before him, a figure sat, rocking back and forth on a leather seat, smoke curling out of his lips.
"I didn't know he'd survive."
"Nonsense." He cut him off, his voice sharp and crisp.
"I see years in the underworld has made you lose your touch. You've forgotten who you are." Jake's hands curled by his sides.
"I'll do better."
"Scratch that."
"I got a better job for you."
It quieted for a moment, then he took out a photo and slid it across the table, watching as Jake picked it up.
"She's been lurking around lately." He muttered, tapping off the ash from his cigarette.
"I heard she resides in a slump."
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