Lucifer had felt an underlying tension since he woke that morning, a nagging unease gnawing at the edges of his mind. Despite the discomfort, he buried himself in work, hoping it would pass. His eyes scanned through documents on his desk when a knock interrupted his focus.His assistant, Marcus, entered the office, holding an envelope."Sir, this just came in. It was marked urgent," Marcus said, his voice laced with caution as he placed the envelope on Lucifer’s desk. Lucifer eyed the envelope, a strange feeling settling in the pit of his stomach. "From who?" he asked, his tone sharp.Marcus shook his head. "No return address. Just said it was important, for your eyes only."Lucifer studied his assistant for a moment, then nodded. "You can go," he muttered, dismissing him. Marcus gave a slight bow and left the room, closing the door behind him.Lucifer hesitated for a second, his instincts warning him that whatever was inside this envelope would change everything.
But he knows that he should confront her. He stood up and went downstairs, his driver wanted to take him but he requested for the keys, he wanted to go alone. ••••••••••The quiet hum of the office was broken by the rapid tapping of April’s fingers on her keyboard, finalizing details for the upcoming product launch. She and Aiden had been working tirelessly on the company's first major venture in Russia. This was a pivotal moment for Gorbachev Enterprise, and everything had to be perfect. Aiden stood at the opposite side of the room, reviewing the finalized presentation, when the door swung open.April's assistant rushed in, her face flushed with panic, and behind her, storming through like a tempest, was Lucifer."Ma'am, I'm sorry! I tried to stop him, but he wouldn’t listen!" the assistant stammered, her voice frantic.April’s heart skipped a beat at the sight of Lucifer, her breath catching as memories of their tumultuous past flooded her mind. But she pu
**L&D Enterprise**Lucifer’s car came to a stop in the company parking lot, the tires screeching loudly. He stepped out, his face set in a hard expression. His mind was a mess, replaying the argument with April over and over. He stormed through the front doors, ignoring the looks from his employees as he made his way to the reception desk.“Mr. Darkclaw,” the receptionist greeted nervously as he approached.Lucifer barely glanced at her. “Clear the building,” he said, his voice cold and firm. “Tell everyone to go home. We’re done for the day.”The receptionist blinked in confusion. “But sir, it’s only the middle of the afternoon—”“Do it,” he cut her off sharply. His gaze was intense, making it clear he wasn’t in the mood for questions.She swallowed hard, nodding quickly as she scrambled to follow his orders. Lucifer didn’t wait for a response and walked toward his office, ignoring the eyes following him.Inside his office, he sent a quick message to Mikhail: *Come to my office. Now.
**GORBACHEV ENTERPRISE**Aiden stood by the window, watching April pace back and forth. Her hands were trembling, and her face was flushed with a mix of anger and anxiety. Since Lucifer’s abrupt visit, she had been on edge, her emotions running wild.“He found out, Aiden,” she said, her voice shaky but bitter. “How could he not? A man like him—controlling almost the whole of Russia—this would be a piece of cake for him.”Aiden approached her slowly, trying to maintain his calm demeanor. “April, you need to calm down. Getting worked up like this won’t help anything. We knew this day would come.”April shook her head, still pacing. “But how, Aiden? How could he just waltz into my life after everything? After all that he’s done?”Aiden hesitated before speaking again. “Do you trust him, April? I mean…do you think you could ever accept him back, knowing that he’s the father of your children?”April stopped in her tracks, spinning around to face Aiden, her eyes wide with disbelief. “Trust
April lay on the couch, trying to relax as Aiden prepared some food in the kitchen. The house was unusually quiet; the kids were still at school, and Katya and Dmitri were off at work. The silence was comforting but also unsettling, as her mind couldn’t stop replaying the events of the day. Lucifer’s appearance at her office weighed heavily on her, and the emotional toll left her exhausted. She sighed and closed her eyes, hoping for a moment of peace. But then, there was a knock at the door.“Aiden, are you expecting anyone?” April asked, her voice hoarse.Aiden peeked his head out from the kitchen, concern in his eyes. “No, not at all. Should I get it?”The knock came again, louder this time, more insistent.April felt a strange pull. Something told her she needed to open that door herself. Slowly, she dragged her tired body off the couch, her legs shaky but determined. She hobbled toward the door, her hand trembling as it reached for the handle.As soon as she opened the door, her
April, Bluey, and Pistol were in the middle of a much-needed catch-up, enjoying their lunch like old times. Aiden had set a lovely table for them before heading back to the office, leaving the house to the three friends. The room echoed with laughter, loud chatter, and the occasional scream of excitement as they reminisced about their wild days. It was as if time had reversed, bringing them back to the carefree chaos of their younger years.Bluey was mid-sentence, telling a particularly hilarious story about a misadventure at a concert years ago, when the doorbell rang.April chuckled, shaking her head. “Aiden probably forgot something,” she said, pushing back her chair. “I’ll get it.”Feeling a renewed sense of energy from the joy her friends brought, April walked to the door, no longer weighed down by exhaustion or stress. But as soon as she opened the door, her mouth dropped in shock.Standing there, grinning like they’d just pulled off the ultimate surprise, were Jessica, Geneviev
The room was filled with the sound of chatter, laughter, and the clinking of glasses as the women continued to enjoy their time together. They had moved from reminiscing about old times to talking about their families. Genevieve, looking proud, was the first to speak up. "I have one daughter, Samantha, with Spike. She’s a handful, but she’s got his stubbornness for sure."Jessica chimed in next. “Lily is growing up so fast. Can’t believe she’s already in school. And don’t get me started on how she’s already giving me attitude. Just like her father,” she said with a roll of her eyes, though it was clear she loved every minute of it.Gift smiled and added, “I’ve got twins now—Ethan and Sophia. They’re keeping me on my toes. Honestly, I don’t know how I survive most days. It’s like I’m running after two mini hurricanes.”April’s eyes lit up. “Sophia? My daughter’s name is Sophia too,” she said, a soft smile on her face. “Funny how life works, huh?”Gift raised an eyebrow and smirked. “W
April changed into something more comfortable before heading back downstairs, her nerves a bit frayed. She knew that returning to the Clan wasn’t a great idea, and if Aiden found out, he’d probably be furious. But she needed to see Lydia and Mikhail—just a quick visit to close some old chapters. Plus, she had to pick up her kids from school later. As she joined Bluey and Pistol in the car, her thoughts were racing. She couldn’t help but scoff at herself. She had always been running, and now here she was, heading straight into the place she ran away from.Pistol noticed her uneasiness. "You don’t have to do this, you know. If it feels wrong, we can turn back," she offered.April shook her head. "No, it’s fine. I need to do this, at least for today."It took about 40 minutes before they drove through the gates of Bloody Sinners, the Clan that had once been her home. Everything looked the same, but the air felt different. It was as if the past was waiting for her, heavy and unshakable.
Two day's later. BURIAL SITE...Two days had passed since Aiden’s death, yet the ache felt fresh, raw, as if no time had passed at all. The day was heavy with the weight of grief, the sky a solemn gray as if even the heavens were in mourning. The burial site was a quiet, open field lined with pine trees, a place Aiden himself had once spoken of fondly—a quiet space away from the chaos, a place where peace reigned. Now, it would be his final resting place.April stood among the gathered friends and family, her hands resting over her stomach, still processing the news she hadn’t yet shared with anyone—she was pregnant. She had dreamed of the day she’d tell Aiden, of his face lighting up with that familiar, boyish grin, but now he was gone, the chance lost forever. A part of her wanted to scream, to tear at the world around her, to bring him back. She was barely able to stand, her legs trembling beneath her as she held onto memories to keep herself from collapsing.Lucifer was by her si
As Aiden's body collapsed, Damon rushed forward just in time to catch him, his heart shattering at the sight of his younger brother’s face—pale, weak, half-dead, with blood soaking through his shirt and dripping onto Damon’s trembling hands.“Aiden! Aiden!!” Damon’s voice was thick with desperation, his grip tightening as he took in the horror of the sword still embedded in Aiden’s stomach. The brutal wound looked fatal; Damon could feel Aiden slipping away with each shallow breath. He gently cradled his brother, desperate to hold him steady, to keep him anchored to life, if only for a little longer.Aiden’s hand trembled as he reached up, his eyes meeting Damon’s with a weary, yet strangely peaceful gaze. “Damon…” he whispered, his voice barely a breath. “Tell Lucifer.....Take care of April… and the kids. Don’t let them face this alone. Don’t give her a hard time.”Damon’s throat tightened as tears slipped down his cheeks, but he managed a broken nod. “I will, AiSuddenly, a slow cla
Lucifer had barely slept that night, his mind plagued by Viktor’s words: *“There’s a mansion... up north. Hidden, heavily guarded. It’s one of his main safe houses. But he’s paranoid. Even I don’t know if he’s there now.”* Those words rattled through his head like a haunting melody he couldn’t shake. He had to see it through—he had to put an end to Gregory Barysh, the man who had stolen and shattered so many lives, including his own.The next morning, Lucifer, Damon, Viktor, Luciano, and Aiden loaded up into the car. The silence was thick, the weight of what lay ahead pressing down on each of them. They drove north, through the frosted trees and barren roads of northern Russia, a place known for its isolation and cruelty. Each mile brought them closer to their shared enemy.After what felt like an eternity, they reached a point a short distance from the mansion. As they parked and stepped out, they saw it—a fortress-like mansion, surrounded by tall stone walls and armed guards patroll
Back at the Bloody Sinners Clan, the atmosphere was tense as Lucifer dragged the captured man down to the darkened depths of the torture room. The clan’s compound was quiet, the eerie silence only amplifying the anticipation that simmered through the air. Aiden and the others had retreated to tend to their injuries, bruised and battered from the battle, but they knew Lucifer wouldn’t rest. Not yet. Not until he got every answer he needed.The torture room was dimly lit, the stone walls cold and unforgiving. Chains and instruments of torment lined the room, a grim reminder of the clan’s brutal methods. Lucifer shoved the man down onto a chair, his expression a mixture of fury and determination. Two clan members swiftly moved forward, tying the man’s hands and feet tightly to the chair, ensuring he had no chance of escape.Lucifer stepped back, crossing his arms as he observed the man with a calculating gaze. He waited a moment, letting the silence sink in and unnerve his prisoner. The
The night had come faster than any of them expected. A cold breeze whispered through the trees as Lucifer, Aiden, Damon, Mikhail, Viktor, Luciano, and several mobsters stood at the gates of the Shadows’ den. Darkness cloaked them, but their fierce determination made them stand out like warriors ready to face the ultimate test. The air was thick with tension, but no one spoke a word.Aiden pulled out his phone and made a call. Moments later, the heavy gates creaked open, and a group of twenty men appeared in front of them. Each man wore a black jacket marked with the initials DVV—their allies. They were here to fight alongside them, to take down the Shadows once and for all.Aiden didn’t waste any time. Without hesitation, he aimed his gun and fired, hitting one of the Shadows' guards. The loud crack of the gunshot echoed through the air, and within seconds, the place was alive with movement. Shadows guards began pouring out, their weapons drawn, ready to defend their stronghold.Chaos
Mikhail’s brows knitted together, considering this information carefully. “That explains a lot—the unpredictability, the misdirection. No one would expect women among their ranks, especially in their line of operations. It’s… genius, in a twisted way. If the Shadows have that level of deception and discipline, it means they’ll be prepared for almost anything. They’ll expect any kind of retaliation or attack.” Lucifer, who had remained silent so far, clenched his fists. “Prepared or not, they’re going to answer for everything they’ve done. Tonight, we end this.” His voice held a grim finality, and the others exchanged looks, each one silently weighing the cost of what lay ahead. Aiden took a steadying breath. “DVV’s agents are in position around the den, monitoring every move. They’ve seen shipments of weapons, signs of soldiers moving in and out, and several hidden traps surrounding the area. If we want to take down the Shadows, we’ll need to move quickly, strike hard, and leave no
The morning was cloaked in a tense silence as Aiden, Damon, Mikhail, Victor, Luciano, and Lucifer left the Pack territory and journeyed to the Bloody Sinners Clan. Each man was locked in his own thoughts, digesting the revelations of the previous night. The gravity of what they were about to face hung heavy in the air. In the Clan’s meeting room, they sat around a large oak table, each warrior silently steeling himself. Aiden was the first to speak, his voice a calm resolve despite the dark emotions stirring within him. “Last night, I received an email from DVV. They managed to get a hold of some critical intel on the Shadows. The leader… is my father, Gregory Barysh.” A ripple of shock coursed through the room. Damon’s face contorted in disbelief, pain flashing in his eyes. Aiden’s father—the man who had abandoned him and Damon, who had left them to fend for themselves in a world full of dangers—was now at the helm of the Shadows, the organization that had inflicted so much pain on
Night had settled deeply around the mansion, casting long shadows as the group gathered for dinner. Although everyone seemed engaged, sharing stories and laughter, Lucifer sat at the table, looking distant. His gaze lingered on his plate, the weight of everything bearing down on him. No one dared to ask about his mood—they knew he wouldn’t talk. They understood this silence too well, the unspoken pain that hung over him like a heavy cloud.Dinner concluded, and Aiden was shown to his room. He was still unpacking when a soft knock came at the door. Curious, he opened it to find Lucifer standing there. But before Aiden could speak, Lucifer wrapped him in a tight embrace, surprising him. “Thank you,” Lucifer murmured, his voice thick with emotion. “Thank you for coming back… and for bringing my father back safely.”Aiden’s surprise softened into understanding. He knew that for Lucifer, this was more than just a family reunion; it was a moment of deep release, a blend of gratitude, love,
The atmosphere in the room had shifted into a bittersweet calm. After Luna Loveth’s fainting spell, Vlad had carefully carried his mother into a quieter room to rest. Chris, Aiden, and Damon stayed nearby, ensuring she was comfortable and wouldn’t be startled if she woke up disoriented. Damon couldn’t seem to shake his elation—his big brother was back. For years, he’d felt there was something familiar about Aiden, something he’d never quite understood. Now, everything made sense. As they settled back, Aiden’s gaze softened, landing on a small bundle Damon was holding. Damon looked down at his adopted son, Alex, a bright, energetic toddler who was clinging to his father’s shoulder, eyes wide with curiosity at the new faces.“Let me hold him,” Aiden said with a gentle smile, stretching his hands toward the child. Damon didn’t hesitate and carefully passed Alex over. Aiden cradled Alex with practiced ease, his eyes softening with every giggle and babble from the child.Damon’s expressio