100 Days to Seduce the Devil

Chapter 802  His Leadership

Day Eighty-Four…

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After receiving the urgent call from Chantha and Violet, Nathan left the Sparks Mansion, heading straight to the Syphiruz Mafia Headquarters. Despite the fact Axel went missing, Nathan maintained his calm demeanor. He summoned the branch leaders for an emergency meeting. Upon entering the conference room, Nathan felt the heavy tension that hung in the air like a storm cloud. The faces of his team members were etched with sorrow and concern. Axel, a crucial member of the Syphiruz, was missing. He was not just any member; he was Nathan's most trusted confidant, his right-hand man.

"Supreme Leader," Joker said, pulling out a chair for Nathan.

Nathan nodded in acknowledgment, his eyes scanning the room, taking in the grim expressions of his people. Spider and Violet stood beside Joker, their usual confidence replaced with a somber seriousness.

The branch leaders had just settled into their respective seats when Nathan gave a subtle signal to begin the meeting.

"How is Chantha?" Nathan asked, his gaze shifting to Violet.

"She's in the barracks. I let her sleep," Violet responded, her voice tinged with sadness.

Among all the members, Chantha was the one most deeply affected by Axel's disappearance. Axel was very special to Chantha. They were now a couple. Nathan knew that losing Axel had shaken her to the core. Nôv(el)B\\jnn

Nathan took a deep breath, steeling himself. "We need to focus. Our priority is to find Axel and bring him back safely."

Joker leaned forward. "We've already started gathering intelligence. Spider has some leads we're following up on. We also found blood inside Axel's abandoned car. We assumed that our enemy had captured Axel as an important hostage."

Spider nodded, his expression grim. "We believe he might have been taken by King Stallion Mafia."

"Just yesterday, Stallion Mafia launched a massive attack against our operations all over the world. They are serious about making us down. Fortunately, Axel had warned us about this and we minimized the damages and no casualty on our sides."

Violet interjected, "I'll ensure Chantha is updated. She's tough, but this has hit her hard. We need her at her best when we make our move."

Nathan appreciated their loyalty and quick action. "Good. Keep me informed of every development. We can't afford any mistakes."

"Wait. Am I missing something here? Why did Chantha collapse upon hearing about Axel's disappearance?" Joker interjected, confusion evident in his voice.

Spider slapped his forehead in exasperation. "Are you really that clueless?" he asked, shaking his head helplessly.

"Clueless about what?" Joker asked again, his innocence almost comical.

"Axel and Chantha are in love with each other!" Violet responded, glaring at Joker. She couldn't believe he hadn't figured it out.

Joker stood there, momentarily speechless. 'Seriously? Those two are like mortal enemies, always bickering and arguing!' he thought, disbelief written all over his face.

Even the other branch leaders exchanged surprised glances at Violet's revelation.

"Damn! We need to find Axel soon. I'm not used to seeing Chantha in such a vulnerable state. She's always so cheerful and playful!" Joker exclaimed once he recovered from the shock.

Violet and Spider nodded in agreement, their concern for Chantha evident.

"Give us your orders, Supreme Leader!" Spider said expectantly, his eyes fixed on Nathan.

"Let's strike back! We should attack the King Stallion Mafia and destroy their headquarters and hideout!" Violet declared with conviction, her determination to confront the enemy head-on shining through.

Nathan shook his head, his expression resolute. "No. We need to wait. I've told everyone to lie low. This is not yet the right time to strike back," he said firmly. "If we rush into an all-out war, there will be many casualties on both sides."

"But Supreme Leader," Spider began, his frustration clear, "we can't just sit back and do nothing. Axel is in danger, and our operations have been sabotaged by our enemies."

Nathan raised a hand to silence him. "I understand your urgency, Spider. But a hasty attack will only lead to more losses. We need a well-thought-out plan. We'll gather more intelligence and strike when we have the advantage."

The room fell silent, the gravity of Nathan's words sinking in. They knew he was right; an impulsive move could cost them dearly.

"Joker, increase our surveillance on the King Stallion Mafia. I want to know their every move," Nathan ordered.

"On it," Joker replied, determination replacing his earlier confusion.

"Violet, continue to support Chantha. She needs to stay strong, for Axel and for herself," Nathan continued. "Encourage her to help the team and focus on the search."

"I will," Violet promised, her eyes flashing with resolve.

"Spider, coordinate with our informants. I want to know who within the King Stallion Mafia might have orchestrated this. We'll use that information to our advantage," Nathan added.

"Consider it done," Spider replied, his earlier frustration giving way to a focused determination.

Nathan looked around the room, meeting each pair of eyes with steely determination. "We will bring Axel back. But we do it smart, and we do it right. The Syphiruz don't act recklessly. We protect our own with precision and strategy."

After giving them his final instructions, Nathan adjourned the meeting and dismissed everyone. He was left in the conference room, staring at the wall blankly.

Once alone, his thoughts shifted to Jane. He missed her terribly, a gnawing ache in his chest that wouldn't subside. The desire to see her, to hold her, overwhelmed him. He picked up his phone and dialed her number, hoping to hear her voice.

The call went unanswered. Nathan listened to the endless ringing until it went to voicemail. He clenched his phone tightly, frustration and longing battling within him. Finally, he hurled the phone across the room, the device clattering against the wall.

"Damn it!" he exclaimed, his voice echoing in the empty room. "I can't let her go like this! But what can I do? She's already made her decision. How can I convince her?"

Nathan buried his face in his hands, tugging at his hair in desperation. Memories of Jane flooded his mind—her laughter, the way she looked at him, the moments they shared. The thought of losing her felt like a knife to his heart.

He paced back and forth across the room, trying to think of a way to change her mind. He knew Jane was stubborn, but he also knew that their connection was strong. There had to be something he could say, something he could do to make her understand how much she meant to him.

Nathan paused, taking a deep breath. He needed to calm down and think clearly. Acting out of desperation wouldn't help. He had to approach this with the same strategic mindset he used in his leadership. Jane deserved that much from him.

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Meanwhile, in the Sparks Mansion, Ethan was also making his moves. He picked up his phone and dialed Mr. Hiroshi's number.

"Gramps! It's me, Ethan. Can I see you?" Ethan requested earnestly, his voice filled with urgency.

"Of course, little one. Where are you? I'll send someone to fetch you!" Mr. Hiroshi responded immediately, his tone warm and accommodating.

Ethan breathed a sigh of relief. "Thank you, Gramps. I'm at the mansion. I'll be ready shortly."

"Consider it done. I'll see you soon," Mr. Hiroshi replied before ending the call.

Ethan hung up, feeling a sense of reassurance.

"I will save my mommy, no matter what! Mommy and Daddy deserve to be together," Ethan declared with unwavering conviction.