DANTE:
I pull up to the warehouse, stopping at the gate.
My grip on the steering wheel loosens, and I open the door, stepping out. I convince myself Xavier will not hurt my daughter, because he isn’t that stupid. I force the mask of the cold don over my face, because I cannot show weakness here—especially in front of Xavier.
Yes, the Bone Brothers are notorious, but they are not prestigious. I am still the leader of the Jackals, and they are just my minions for dirty jobs.
Xavier’s men meet me at the gate, holding their rifles low. But the looks on their faces show they are ready for action. No one cares who you are without protection, so I raise my hands slowly as they approach.
They pat me down roughly, checking my waistband, my ankles, and the lining of my coat to ensure I’m not ca
