Specialz
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  • Reads 8
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  • Parts 3
  • Time 14m
Ongoing, First published Dec 23, 2024
Mature
In the gritty underworld of a sprawling metropolis, Dominic "Ironclad" Vargas, a feared kingpin with an iron grip over the city's criminal empire, discovers his reign is being challenged-not by rival gangs or law enforcement, but by an unexpected force: a mysterious young girl.

Aria, a quiet and enigmatic 9-year-old, appears on Dominic's doorstep one stormy night, clutching a glowing artifact and claiming she needs his protection. But Aria is no ordinary child. She possesses extraordinary abilities that defy explanation-abilities that Dominic soon realizes are tied to the very artifact that could either cement his power or destroy him.

As the unlikely pair navigates a labyrinth of betrayal, power struggles, and ancient forces, Dominic finds himself torn between exploiting Aria's powers to solidify his empire or protecting her from those who would use her for their own ends. For Aria, the stakes are personal: unlocking the truth about her powers and the artifact could save her family-or doom the entire city.

Their bond deepens as they face mercenaries, shadowy organizations, and Dominic's own ruthless past. Together, they must confront their demons, both literal and figurative, and decide whether their partnership will lead to redemption-or total chaos.

In a world where power is everything, can the kingpin and the little girl rewrite the rules? Or will they destroy each other in the process?

Last Updated: 12/26/24
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