Solo Ruby in the Raven's lair | Taennie ff

8

INVESTIGATION

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In the dimly lit room, the air was thick with tension. The flickering light cast eerie shadows on the walls, dancing to the rhythm of the single overhead bulb that swayed slightly. A man in a crisp suit sat behind an ornate desk, his fingers steepled as he listened intently. This was the boss, a figure of authority whose very presence demanded respect and fear.

"Sir, Jackson was caught by the Dark Ravens," a man came running into the room, his voice breathless and urgent. His eyes were wide with a mix of fear and concern as he addressed the formidable figure before him.

The boss, barely moving a muscle, allowed a moment of silence to stretch before responding. "Hmm," he said, his voice dark and unaffected, sending shivers through everyone present. "How did he get caught? We had planned that once the Dark Ravens arrived, he would handle the situation."

The man's hands trembled slightly as he relayed the news. "Sir, that was the plan. But instead of the entire Dark Ravens gang, an unknown girl came. She beat him up terribly."

The boss's eyes narrowed, a cold, calculating look crossing his face. He leaned back in his chair, the leather creaking under his weight. "An unknown girl, you say?" His voice was deceptively calm, but the underlying menace was palpable.

"Yes, sir," the man stammered, beads of sweat forming on his forehead. "She was fierce, skilled. Jackson didn't stand a chance against her. It was as if she was... unstoppable."

The boss's gaze drifted to the window, where the city lights flickered like distant stars. "Interesting," he murmured, more to himself than to the room. "An unknown girl who can take down Jackson. This is... unexpected."

He stood up slowly, his movement deliberate and measured. "Find out everything you can about her," he ordered, his voice a low growl. "I want to know who she is, where she came from, and why she interfered with our plans. Leave no stone unturned."

The man nodded vigorously, backing out of the room with haste. "Yes, sir. Right away, sir."

The boss watched him leave, his mind already whirring with possibilities. An unknown girl powerful enough to disrupt their operations was a threat—and a potential asset. He would find her, and when he did, she would either join him or be eliminated. There was no room for anything else.

In the silence that followed, the boss's thoughts turned inward. This girl, whoever she was, had just stepped into a world of shadows and danger far beyond her understanding. And he would ensure that the darkness would either swallow her whole or bend her to his will.

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Morning at the Dark Ravens mansion was usually a bustling affair, with everyone gathering for breakfast to discuss the day's plans. But today, the atmosphere was different. There was an underlying tension, an unspoken concern that hung in the air. Everyone was seated at the long dining table, except for Jennie.

Taehyung's eyes kept flicking towards the doorway, his worry barely concealed. He knew last night’s incident had affected her deeply, but he didn’t have the courage to go to her room and check on her. He kept replaying the moment he had seen her, vulnerable and shaken, after the fight with Jackson. His fingers drummed nervously on the table as he waited.

Minutes felt like hours until finally, the sound of footsteps approached. Taehyung looked up, and his breath caught in his throat. Jennie walked into the dining room, every bit the fierce and cold figure they were accustomed to seeing. She was dressed in a black corset that accentuated her figure, long black pants with a gold chain on the side, and sheer gloves. Her long black hair cascaded down her back, and her expression was one of steely determination.