Solo Ruby in the Raven's lair | Taennie ff

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IN THE CLUTCHES OF THE SHADOWS
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V stood in the heart of the Dark Ravens' mansion, his eyes locked on the empty display case where the rare diamond had once rested. The tension in the room was palpable, the air thick with fear and anticipation. He clenched his fists, the muscles in his jaw tightening as he processed the gravity of the situation.

"Boss, it was that gangster, Ruby," one of his men reported, his voice trembling slightly.

V's eyes narrowed. Ruby. The name was infamous in the underworld, a ghostly figure known for her unparalleled skills and elusive nature. He had never crossed paths with her before, but he knew of her reputation. This was no ordinary thief; this was a challenge to his authority.

"Immediately send Jimin and Lisa to go after her," V commanded, his voice cold and unyielding.

"Yes, boss," the man replied, quickly relaying the orders through his radio.

Jimin and Lisa were two of his most trusted and capable lieutenants. Jimin, with his sharp mind and unmatched combat skills, and Lisa, with her keen instincts and agility, were a formidable team. If anyone could track down Ruby, it was them.

As his men mobilized, V’s mind raced. He couldn't afford to let this insult go unanswered. The diamond was valuable, yes, but this was about more than just money. This was about sending a message. No one crossed the Dark Ravens and walked away unscathed.

"Tae, we’re ready to move," Jimin's voice crackled through their earpieces. "She was last seen heading into the forest area. We’ll find her and bring her to you. Alive.""Understood, Tae," Lisa added, her tone steady and determined.

V ended the call, his eyes still on the empty display case. Ruby had made a bold move, but he would ensure it was her last. He turned to leave, his mind already strategizing the next steps. The hunt was on, and V intended to make it clear that no one, not even a ghost like Ruby, could defy the Dark Ravens and live to tell the tale.
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Jimin and Lisa reached the base, their eyes scanning the surroundings with precision. The area was quiet, but the tension in the air was palpable. As they approached the warehouse, they saw a group of men clustered around a figure holding a briefcase. It was the client to whom Ruby had handed the diamond.

"There she is!" Jimin muttered under his breath as he spotted Ruby slipping away, her movements quick and calculated. She glanced back, her eyes widening briefly before she turned and bolted towards the forest.

"You all, catch these men," Jimin barked to the other operatives. "Lisa and I are going after her."

The operatives moved in, their presence a sudden surge of activity as they closed in on the men at the warehouse. Jimin and Lisa didn't wait to see the outcome; their focus was solely on Ruby. They sprinted towards the forest, their footsteps barely making a sound as they entered the dense cover of trees.

The forest was dark, the thick canopy blocking out most of the moonlight. Jimin and Lisa moved swiftly, their eyes trained on the path Ruby had taken. They knew these woods well; it was part of their territory, after all. The sound of pursuit echoed behind them, but they were singularly focused on the figure darting through the underbrush ahead.

Jimin's mind raced with thoughts of their target. Ruby was known for her ability to vanish without a trace, but tonight, she had nowhere to hide. They would find her, and they would bring her back to Tae. Failure was not an option.

As they moved deeper into the forest, every sense on high alert, Lisa’s keen eyes caught something unusual. She halted abruptly, her hand signaling Jimin to stop.