Chapter 29: Chapter 29: A Brutal Lesson Part 1
Early the next day, Arias was once again the subject of headlines, as was the case in the past few days.
His interview with Vicki Vale regarding his hiring of criminals was the hottest news in the city of Gotham, receiving both positive and negative reviews from the public.
Arias expected this much so he wasn't at all surprised by this. It would have been more amazing if he wasn't criticized.
Only those Arias had dirt on chose to stay neutral or be positive on the matter. Mayor Gregor had chosen to be negative.
Despite multiple attempts on Arias, Gregor was yet to receive any open threats or visits from him. This made the prideful man think that Arias needed him on office, giving him a sort of advantage.
However as Arias watched the news that morning his eyes showed a look of great displeasure.
"I ignored him because he wasn't worth the effort but he's really starting to become unruly." He spoke aloud.
In the next moment the infinity's voice resounded in his mind to share its opinion.
[ I still feel the fool is better off leaving this world ] The soft voice commented in a cold manner.
This made Arias show a small smile.
"Don't worry, some fates are far worse than death. This will be a good opportunity to see what those recruits Roulette brought can do."
After saying those words, Arias took out his phone and made a phone call to Roulette using a secure line still.
The phone only rang for a brief moment before she picked up.
[ Miss me already Boss? Or are you feeling generous? ] Roulette asked in a sultry manner immediately the call connected.
Arias wasn't moved by her attempts and just got to the point.
"Neither. When you're done formally registering everyone and finished with the legal side of things, tell Slade I have a mission for him. Here's what I want him to do…"
Arias provided accurate instructions of what he wanted Slade to do and Roulette took mental note of every little detail.
[ Simple enough, even I could it. Don't underestimate your new employees Boss, they're more useful than you think. Anyway, I'll get it done. ]
"That's what I like to hear."
Without saying another word, Arias cut the call.
….
Later than night at the Mayor's residence, inside a lovely and dimly bedroom…
"Gregor… should you really be saying all those things? What if he comes back?" Cynthia, the Mayor's lover, asked with a worried expression on her face as she sat on the edge of the bed.
Gregor stood in front of a large wardrobe and was currently taking off his suit after a long day at his office, feeling quite proud and confident.
"His threats were nothing but empty, he's just scared of the criminal families. That's why in these past few days I've been delivering information to them saying he's the sole reason they got caught. A bunch of the other people he's blackmailing supported my claims so it's all but certain he'll die a dogs death."
Gregor smiled brilliantly and tossed his tie to the side while stripping the rest of his clothes off.
"Are you sure Gregor?" Cynthia asked once more but Gregor remained confident.
In his eyes, Arias was just a normal man who happened to get a little lucky. But with so many enemies after his life, he had no chance, especially since he lacked connections.
"Very much, he fucked with the wrong people. The only way he got to us last time was because of that ungrateful son of mine. Now with this level of security and with 24/7 surveillance all around, he can't simply sneak in like last time, I'm untouchable! He'll regret putting me in this position."
Gregor grinned at his own brilliance and quickly grabbed a towel to go bath.
"Okay love, I'm not feeling too well so I'll get some rest." Cynthia, who hadn't been sleeping too well the past few days felt some relief at Gregor's words and felt she could finally rest.
"Go ahead, I'm just going to shower and make some important calls. Goodnight Baby."
With a winning smile and a proud look, Gregor left the bedroom and went into the bathroom.
Inside he was happily humming to himself when suddenly a dark circle appeared right in front of him.
Gregor was stunned but before he could even register this confusion, a pair of hands in fine black gloves reached out and pulled him in.
"Whaa-!!"
His shout didn't even register as he soon vanished and so did the circle along with him.
"Ooof!"
Gregor suddenly felt himself land against a cold hard surface, confusion filling his eyes.
"What the!?"
He looked around in a panicked manner but it was far too dark to see anything.
"Who's there? Show yourself!" He yelled out but no answer came.
Just as he was beginning to panic more…
Bah~
A bunch of lights lit above him, revealing to him that he was in a large storage place of sorts, like a warehouse.
There were only a plethora of crates around him but no one aside from him.
'What the hell is going on here? Where am I? Shit!'
Gregor was still confused but every fiber of his body told him to get away from there.
So in an attempt to do just that, he stood up but soon felt a sharp pain on the back of his leg.
"Now where might you be going, the boss asked that I deliver you. Though I must say, it's not everyday one gets to kidnap the mayor."
Gregor hurriedly turned and saw Shade who had been hidden in the shadows behind Gregor.
The sharp pain he felt was from being struck with Shade's cane by the ankle.
"Boss? What… Arias."
It took a moment for Gregor to remember that Shade was present in the interview Arias had done with Vicki, immediately linking the two.
"Do you think you'll get away with this? Your boss will be a dead man come next week, whatever he's paying you I'll double it, no triple it. In fact, with so many people wanting him dead, if you did yourself then we'd pay you a huge sum of money. Plus a connection to the mayor will do you some good."
Gregor didn't lose his confidence, still feeling the only thing Arias had going for him was money and blackmail material which he couldn't use forever.
Shade just smiled and pointed to the top of the stairs leading down to the storage room. There Arias could be seen with Harley and Roulette. Slowly descending the steps.
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