Chapter 51

Chapter 51
Hendrik and the others went to the headquarters where they gathered to discuss business strategies. Tobias was supposed to have a shipment of weapons to send to buyers from another country. Hendrik wanted to intercept the cargo and disrupt Tobias business by negotiating with the buyers himself.
Now that the wiretaps were removed, there was no way for Tobias to know about his plan. Once again, Hendrik would need Viktor's help. Despite being young, Viktor was experienced and would be of great assistance.
Alan didn't think it was a good idea. He didn't want to spend more time with Viktor,as he felt that Viktor was messing with his head. They decided that the best way would be to intercept him outside the city. The cargo would arrive on the same day, so they would have to quickly organize and execute the plan.
Neither Alan nor Hendrik would participate this time. Alan was better with strategy and technology, so the action would be left to Sasha, Viktor and a few other men known for their skills in the field. The truck would arrive in the afternoon, and Hendrik had a meeting with the hierarchy. They wanted to pressure Hendrik to get married and have children, and they also wanted Rosamund to marry the head of the Brazilian Mafia to strengthen the ties between the mafias.
Hendrik had already made it clear what he truly liked. He had always expressed in meetings that loving but genders didn't make him incapable of leading the organization,which he had been doing for a long time. He had expanded the business and profit for everyone.
Another point that Hendrik had made clear in his meetings was that he wouldn't sell his sister like a commodity for their selfish gains. He tried to make them understand that they didn't need to subject someone to a forced marriage to achieve an alliance or partnership between the mafias.
Everyone already knew that Emily would assume the position once he got , married., but they still insisted on this idea with Hendrik. He knew it was pure spite and prejudice because he hadn't followed the same rituals and concepts as most Mafia bosses.
Viktor arrived some time later, and Alan felt awkward not knowing exactly how to behave. He remembered the previous night when, for some reason h didn't, h couldn't stop thinking about Viktor. On the other hand, Viktor acted normally, greeting everyone. Unlike usual, he didn't focus on Alan.
Alan found it strange. Viktor had been trying to flirt with him, even giving him a knife as a gift , and now he was ignoring him? What bothered Alan the most was that he didn't understand why it bothered him so much, especially since he had told Viktor that they were just friends.
Viktor remained serious, listening to Sasha's explanation,even sucking on a lollipop as usual.
Everything was well planned. Viktor and Alan checked the weapons, the bikes,the cars, and everything they would need for this operation. Now they just had to wait for the scheduled time and hit the road. They returned to Hendrik's house, and Viktor went with them. They would have lunch there and then head out to wait on the road.
Freya was in backyard, distracted and lost in thought. She couldn't cal, her thoughts and paranoia. Freya was startled when she felt someone grabbing him from behind. Sh remembered what Hendrik had taught her and used it to free herself. She raised her arms and elbowed the person behind her.
Freya turned around and didn't know what to say when she saw who she had hit. Hendrik was doubled over, holding his stomach." Oh my God, Hendrik, I didn't know it was you. I'm sorry," Freya approached Hendrik, who grabbed her." Do you know what happens to someone who attacks the Mafia boss?' Freya swallowed nervously and shook her head.
Hendrik got close to her ear and said, " In your case, I can think of a punishment that gives me a lot of pleasure." Freya felt a chill down her spine. Hendrik knew exactly how to provoke her. After saying that, Hendrik kissed her neck.
Freya backed away from him and gave him a smile," Did I hurt you?" Freya was genuinely concerned about him because of the cuts. Hendrik denied it and said he was fine.
" Good thing you learned quickly, baby." Hendrik pulled Freya close again to hug him, wanting Freya to learn how to defend himself. He would feel more at ease that way. Freya allowed Hendrik to hug her and even kiss her. It was as if Hendrik could take away all of Freya's insecurities and fears with that embrace and kiss.
The two walked in, and everyone was already waiting to have lunch. They all headed to the dining room, and Freya noticed the look Alan gave Viktor, who continued to ignore him. Freya knew the moves Viktor made and exactly what he was doing. She approached Viktor and said," Phase two?"  Viktor smiled at him, confirming it, and Freya nodded.
Everyone sat at the table, and it felt like a big and joyful family gathering. They all got along well and were united; they truly couldn't argue against being a family. Freya observed Alan a few times, who seemed awkward sitting next to Rosamund. She could also sense the burden of having both brothers nearby, one at the end of the table and the other right beside her.
Freya looked at them and thought they would ,make a beautiful couple. She believed Alan's idea of not confessing his love was a waste of time. In her opinion, even though she was Hendrik's security guard and subordinate, she was still trustworthy and a good match for her. Hendrik knew she would never lay a finger on his sister to harm her.
The rest of the lunch proceeded calmly and lightheartedly. After the meal , Hendrik and Emil headed to the dome of their meeting, while the others took their positions to await the arrival of the truck. There was a dirt bypass in the middle of a forest on the highway; that was where they would wait, unseen. Alan and Viktor were on the motorcycles, while the rest were in position in the cars.
After waiting for some time, Sasha notified them that the target was close. There was a car further behind pretending to have a flat tire, and as they passed, the man pretending to change the tire informed them that the target had just passed and that there two more cars behind. Alan searched his pockets for a lollipop but couldn't find one. Viktor called him over and threw one to him, already having one in his mouth. Alan smiled and started sucking on his as well. They soon saw the truck pass along with the two cars. They waited a few seconds to create some distance and then locked eyes, lowered their visors, and accelerated on their motorcycles.
They entered the asphalt, and another adrenaline filled game was about to begin, something that was all too common in their lives. Deep down, it was what they enjoyed, living in constant danger and feeling the adrenaline pulsing through their veins.