Chapter 158
In my novel, Caballeni’s Mafia groups were not like typical organized crime syndicates. They worked alongside the government during monster outbreaks, and some of the larger Mafia families operated openly, masquerading as guilds. In a sense, they were freedom-seekers functioning within the law’s gray areas. Still, there were exceptions to the rule.
The mafia headquarters were primarily located in Vulak and Kallovca, well away from the central government’s watchful eye. Two key players in these regions were the Salvadore family and the Agrena twins. The Salvadore family was the largest Mafia family in Vulak and Kallovca, while the Agrena twins were elite mercenaries who had been trained under their wing.
Given these facts, I was on my way to eliminate a member of Caballeni’s most significant Mafia family. Ironically, this mission might have even originated from the Salvadore family itself, as my target had been using his position to tarnish their reputation.
As I maneuvered through the streets toward my hotel, trying to remain focused on the task at hand, a voice called out, "Psst, newbie here." It was a familiar voice that made me turn in surprise.
"...Hmm?" I said, glancing around.
There stood Kairos, his expression unchanged, hand raised like a student waiting for the teacher to call him.
"Nice to see you here," he said, casually leaning against a lamppost.
"Are you here to help me?" I asked him as soon as I approached him.
"No," he said flatly.
My frustration immediately spiked. ’Then why is he here?’ I glared at him, then turned and strode into the hotel. I needed to drop off my things before diving into the mission.
After getting my key card and navigating through the corridors, I reached my room and prepared to open the door when I caught a quick glance over my shoulder.