As James and Albert trailed behind Tony and Gio through the winding streets of Valmonte Verde, the air was shattered by the deafening crackle of gunfire. Ahead of them, chaos erupted as three distinct parties engaged in a fierce gunfight.
Two groups of Leones had staged the confrontation, and the Triads were their adversaries. Tony, recognizing the opportunity amidst the turmoil, instructed James and Albert to lead one of the Leones groups, making it appear as though they had orchestrated their own escape from the clutches of the Leones.
Following Tony's instructions to the letter, James and Albert seamlessly assumed their roles. With calculated precision, they mimicked the actions of victorious escapees. They moved with purpose, guiding the Leones who followed their lead.
In the midst of the mayhem, the two parties clashed with intensity, bullets whizzing past them, and the night illuminated by flashes of gunfire. The act was played out flawlessly, with James and Albert creating the illusion of having defeated their would-be captors.
As they ran through the dimly lit streets, Tony and Gio melted into the chaos, disappearing from sight. James and Albert, now leading the Leones, continued their desperate flight, their hearts pounding, and their breaths labored.
Amid the aftermath of the intense gunfight, the Triads witnessed a surprising sight: Albert and James were leading a group of Leones, with Giovanni and Toni making their escape. Rather than pursuing Giovanni and Toni, the Triads opted to come to the aid of James and Albert.
Triad 1: "Albert! Are you okay?"
Upon hearing the familiar voice, the Leones who had recently joined the Forelie Family held the Triads at gunpoint, their fingers twitching on the triggers. The Triads, renowned for their unwavering resolve, responded in kind, their weapons aimed steadily at the Forelies. The standoff that unfolded in the dimly lit streets of Valmonte Verde epitomized the merciless and treacherous nature of Nova Urbis, where trust was scarcer than a rare gem, and alliances teetered on the brink of collapse.
James stepped forward, his voice firm and commanding, as he sought to defuse the volatile situation.
James: "Lower your F*cking weapons, Forelies! These are our oldest and dearest allies—the Triads. Let me introduce myself; I'm James Forelie, one of the leaders of the Forelie family from Ombreville. I won't bore you with a long-winded introduction. Let's get straight to the point. The Leones kidnapped my dearest friend Albert and killed my brothers. Now it's time for redemption!"
The tension in the air remained palpable as the Forelies hesitated, caught between their loyalty to James and the Triads, and the uncertainty of this unexpected turn of events. Nova Urbis, a city where loyalty was a fragile thread in the intricate web of alliances, had once again proven its capacity for chaos and unpredictability.
As the situation escalated with the arrival of a larger police force, the streets of Valmonte Verde erupted once again into a fierce firefight. The police outnumbered both the Triads and the Forelies, making it clear that staying was no longer an option.
With a sense of urgency, James took charge and issued a decisive order to the Forelies.
James: "Forelies, we can't hold our ground here any longer. It's time to retreat for our own safety!"
Albert: *Whispered to James* "James, head to Portofino Bay, the Leones' main turf. You'll be safer there."
As James and Albert made their exit from the chaotic streets of Valmonte Verde, they skillfully navigated through the tumultuous scene. Meanwhile, the Triads, under their own leadership, made their way toward Chinatown, seeking refuge and regrouping in the heart of Nova Urbis.
***end of Chapter 5 : La Ilusión de la Huida***