Chapter 93

But then the chibi’s playful expression suddenly softened, her tiny brows furrowing as she floated closer to his ear, and said in a more serious tone.

[But in all seriousness, Alex... You should know Renzo Kade isn’t exactly like all those gang bosses. You remember everything they said in the gala plus what you know from your past life. The Kades are the top dogs in the city. Even underworld rulers like Nyx and Marcus seem to treat that family with a level of respect that they don’t usually show anyone else]

’I know,’ Alex thought, his jaw tightening. ’Those assholes have connections that span the entire city.’

[Exactly, and if the underworld rulers like Nyx have their own set of Awakeneds then the Kades must have theirs too. I know you’re now a C rank which is honestly impressive, but don’t get cocky. Who’s to say they don’t have multiple people at your level, or even a step above you?]

[I guess all I’m saying is that you should be careful from now on, okay]

’Sure. But you’re surprisingly caring all of a sudden. Could it be that you’re secretly falling for your host?’

[Ewww, no! I rather fall in love with a frog]

’I was just kidding, before you go choke on your spit.’

[Yeah I knew about that... I-I was also just joking with you]

******

Meanwhile in a far place within the edge of the city, the sun hung over a large resort, casting a golden shimmer across the surface of the large pool that seemed to blend seamlessly with the endless ocean beyond.

But this place was no ordinary resort. Its name was Costa Aurelia resort, an Italian sanctuary reserved for the elite of the elite like billionaires, old money aristocrats, and those who pulled the strings of entire corporate industries.

Today, however, the entire sprawling complex had been booked exclusively by one man: Renzo Kade!

Renzo lounged against the edge of the pool with his surprisingly well built frame glistening under the sunlight as crystal clear water lapped gently at his chest.

He wore a pair of expensive black swimming trunks that accentuated his powerful build, and a thin heart shaped locket made out of pure gold rested against his slightly tanned skin.

A few feet away, half submerged and laughing loudly was his cousin and good friend, Louis Kade, who was a man much further down the Kade family tree and was always more than eager to stay in Renzo’s good graces. He was currently indulging in one of the perks of being a Kade.

The pool was filled with nearly a dozen exotic supermodels from all parts of the world, most especially women whose faces graced the covers of high fashion magazines from Paris to Milan.

Some were swimming gracefully like sirens, while others stood waist deep in the water holding silver platters of imported tropical fruits and vintage champagne.

One of the models, a stunning latino beauty with sun kissed skin and full lips, delicately offered Louis a platter of fresh tropical fruits, feeding him a slice of mango with playful seduction.

Another, a tall Scandinavian blonde with curves in all the right places, floated lazily nearby. Her long perfect legs would occasionally brush against him under the water.

The air was filled with the clink of champagne glasses, and the distant sound of waves crashing against the private beach. It was clear that Renzo had truly spared no expense because of how respectful the entire resort staff catered only to them, ensuring absolute privacy and luxury.

"You know Renzo," Louis said leaning back as another stunning Brazilian model peeled a grape for him. "You really outdid yourself this time. The silence is absolutely wonderful. There’s no paparazzi, no commoners, it’s just us and the finest view this city has to offer."

Renzo didn’t even open his eyes.

"The views are mediocre at best, Louis. I simply just wanted to ensure that I wouldn’t be interrupted while I wait for the news."

"C’mon bro. Are you telling me that you’re still fixated on that incoming news? It’s just an ant we’re dealing with, so the news would come sooner or later. In the meantime just enjoy."

Renzo didn’t say anything, he just continued lounging on the edge of the water thinking about a certain woman who had taken his mind.

Some of the beauties around watched Renzo with open interest. After all his blonde hair framed a decent looking face that made their hearts skip a beat, his body looked strong and fit, and most especially, he was rich as hell. Staying with such a man was one of the greatest achievements in this life.

Suddenly, a striking brunette with bronze skin and piercing amber eyes that kind of resembled a certain underworld queenpin’s, slowly approached him through the water.

She swayed her curvaceous figure deliberately without making it appear forced and stopped just within reach, letting the warm water ripple softly around her sexy body.

"Mr. Kade," she said softly with a voice as smooth as the finest of silk. "Would you like something to drink?"

Renzo didn’t even look at her, he just ignored her.

For a brief moment, the woman hesitated, clearly not used to being ignored. But she gritted her pearly white teeth and shifted closer, pressing her soft body against his.

"You know... I could also..."

"If you don’t get that hand off my chest and back the fuck away from me, I’ll make sure your career as a model is finished for good."

The cold words filled with pure disgust cut through the air like a steel blade.

Renzo turned his head slowly and landed his gaze on her with a coldness that instantly froze whatever confidence she had gathered.

The woman stiffened and her expression faltered with surprise and hurt as she quickly pulled back, while murmuring a soft apology before retreating into the water with the others.

Louis’s face was one of pure amusement as he watched the scene unfold.

"Cousin, you’re wasting precious resources," Louis said with a grin, popping another fruit into his mouth. "Do you have any idea how hard it is to book supermodels like that? And you just sent her away like she was a mosquito."

Renzo didn’t respond but Louis chuckled, unfazed.

"I mean, I get standards, but this?" He gestured around with exaggerated flair. "These are world class beauties. You booked the entire resort, brought in top tier supermodels, shut out every other guest... And you’re just sitting there like a monk."

Renzo’s fingers tapped lightly against the marble as his gaze drifted toward the horizon. But he wasn’t seeing the beautiful ocean, instead what he was seeing was Nyx. The woman who had refused to leave his every thought no matter how hard he tried.

He was fixated on the way she usually carried herself. The way her eyes occasionally held that cold, calculating depth, and the way she stood above everyone else without even trying.

Compared to her....

His gaze flicked briefly toward the women in the pool before returning forward.

They were nothing. Just her face alone was enough to make all of them combined into one, look ugly as fuck. Honestly, ever since he met Nyx, he didn’t know when other women started looking like trash to him.

"I didn’t bring them for me," Renzo said finally, his voice calm but distant.

Louis raised an eyebrow.

"Oh? Then what, you brought them for decoration?"

Renzo didn’t answer, causing Louis to smirk.

"So you’re still stuck on her, huh?"

That got a reaction. Though it was small, maybe almost imperceptible, Renzo’s fingers stopped tapping. Julian leaned forward slightly with a grin on his face.

"You really are obsessed with her. It’s been how long now? And she still hasn’t even looked at you twice, but she spends most of her time with that pretty face. At this point, I’m starting to think that she..."

Renzo’s eyes darkened.

"She doesn’t need to look at me yet, but at the end of the day she is mine, and mine alone."

Louis laughed, shaking his head.

"You are beginning to sound insane, man."

"Maybe. But as long as it’s her, I will forever be insane over her."

Louis studied him for a moment before shrugging it off, leaning back again as he gestured for a cute petite Korean beauty to pour him a glass of champagne.

"Alright, alright. I’m not getting in the middle of your... Whatever this is. But please, just don’t scare off the entertainment. Some of us are actually enjoying the setup."

Renzo didn’t respond. His thoughts were elsewhere.

He imagined the way Nyx would react when everything was finally cleared. When all the obstacles and distractions were removed. And when that annoying little bastard... Alex. That should have already been dealt with by now was no more.

Ivan might be greedy, yes. Cowardly, most definitely. But he was not incompetent enough to fail something as simple as killing a college kid, with no special background.

Renzo exhaled slowly, letting the tension fade from his tensed shoulders as he sank deeper into the water.

It was done. It just had to be.

A faint smile tugged at the corner of his lips as he closed his eyes, letting himself drift into the thought of what would come next, after that little nuisance was dead.

’Once that trashy shield of hers is gone, Nyx will realize that she has no other choice but to come to me.’

He was so deeply lost in his daydream of Nyx’s eventual surrender that he didn’t notice the heavy glass doors of the resort’s main lounge swinging open.