The next day dawned with an ominous feeling in the air. Viktor couldn't shake the tension that had settled in his chest since the previous night. His thoughts were consumed by the encounter he'd had with Alaric and the warning that had followed soon after.
He remembered the cold, calculated tone of the voice that had delivered the message. It wasn't just a simple warning; it was a threat—a promise of what would happen if he didn't stay away from Alaric. The name "Thomas Greene" was etched into his mind, a figure shrouded in mystery, yet one that commanded a terrifying level of respect and fear. The message had been clear: Viktor and his family were to stay away from Alaric, or there would be dire consequences.
