chapter 106

Chapter: The Game Begins

The mansion, once a haven of security and comfort, was now shrouded in an uneasy silence. The brothers had gathered in Xender’s study, their faces etched with concern as they tried to piece together the fragments of their unraveling situation. The room was dimly lit, the heavy curtains drawn against the encroaching darkness outside.

Chris stood near the window, his gaze distant as he stared out into the night. The ticking of the grandfather clock was the only sound breaking the heavy silence. Tony paced back and forth, his frustration palpable. Kelsey leaned against the wall, arms crossed, his jaw clenched in frustration. Xender sat behind his desk, combing through notes and maps, his expression grim and focused.

“We’ve got a lead, but it’s not enough,” Tony said, his voice tight with agitation. “Maya wasn’t exactly cooperative. We’re back to square one.”

Xender looked up from the papers, his brow furrowed. “It’s the only lead we have right now. We need to pu