Sly Cooper: Family of Thieves

Chapter 25: Reunion at the Raceway

The roar of engines and the scent of gasoline filled the air as the gang pulled up at the raceway, their van blending seamlessly with the vibrant chaos of the track. Murray, clad in his racing gear, looked up from the hood of his van, his eyes lighting up at the sight of his friends.

"Sly! Bentley! Penelope! And... Sangue?" Murray's eyes lingered on me, his surprise evident.

I waved casually. "Hey, Murray. Long time no see."

Sly, Bentley, and Penelope exchanged glances before Bentley cleared his throat, preparing to explain the recent developments. However, I wasn't about to let them spill the beans about Seth just yet.

"Before we get into that, guys, there's something we need to address." I interjected, my gaze serious.

Bentley raised an eyebrow. "Alright, Sangue, what's going on?"

I took a deep breath, "The words from the Thevius Raccoonus are fading. I saw weird people wearing Rat masks. It's not looking good."

Sly leaned forward, his expression shifting to concern. "Fading words? Rat masks? We need to find out who's behind this."

Before they could delve deeper into the conversation, I hopped onto Murray's shoulder, making myself comfortable. Murray chuckled at the unexpected weight.

"You haven't changed one bit, Sangue," Murray remarked, a warm smile on his face.

I grinned, leaning back against his neck. "Well, you know what they say: Old habits... die hard."

Murray laughed, his jovial spirit infectious. "True, true. So, what's the plan, team?"

Sly took the lead, explaining the disappearing words and the strange occurrences Seth had witnessed. As they delved into the details, Murray listened attentively, his determination solidifying.

"We've faced challenges before, and we've always come out on top," Murray declared, a fire in his eyes. "Let's hit the road and get to the bottom of this."

With a resolute nod, Sly steered the van back onto the raceway, the familiar rhythm of wheels on asphalt resonating through the air. The reunion marked the beginning of a new mission, and as the van raced towards the horizon, the legacy of the Cooper Gang surged with renewed determination. The night held secrets, but with each passing mile, the gang embraced the uncertainty, ready to face whatever challenges awaited them on the road ahead.