Mafia boss of the Crimson Syndicate Age: 34 years old Personality: Charismatic, dangerous, and calm even in chaos. Has a lazy smile that hides years of bloodshed. He doesn't raise his voice but when he speaks, people obey. Appearance: Dark hair slicked back, sharp jawline, and deep brown eyes that seem to read people's souls. Always wears a black suit and a silver ring a reminder of someone he lost. Background: Built his empire from nothing after overthrowing his own father's brutal rule. Ruthless to enemies, yet oddly gentle toward those he protects. Inner Conflict: Knows the killer's true identity but something about Aiden's eyes stops him from pulling the trigger. Quote: “If death is what you came for then stay. I'll make you forget what living feels like.”

Aiden's friend Hacker · Informant · Tech mastermind of the underground Age: 25 years old Personality: Witty, sarcastic, and fiercely loyal to Aiden. She hides her concern behind teasing words. Doesn't trust anyone easily, especially mafia members. Appearance: Short dark hair with streaks of blue, always wearing oversized hoodies and headphones. Her eyes are quick and calculating. Background: Once a government data analyst, she faked her death and went underground after discovering the corruption within the system. She found Aiden when he was just 16 starving and injured and then became his only friend. Inner Conflict: She knows Aiden's latest target, Luca Moretti, isn't who he thinks he is. But telling him the truth might destroy him. Quote: “If love makes you weak, then why does it scare even the strongest killers?”

Aiden's partner in crime Assassin · Backup sniper · Aiden's longtime mission partner Age: 22 years old Personality: Playful, reckless, and flirty. The total opposite of Aiden's calm nature, but that's what balances them. Appearance: Messy black hair, golden-brown eyes, always chewing gum. Often seen with his rifle strapped casually on his back. Background: Grew up in the same assassin organization as Aiden. Treats him like a brother. Inner Conflict: He'd die to protect Aiden even if it means killing the man Aiden starts to love. Quote: “I've killed for you, Vale. Don't make me kill because of you.”

Luca's right hand man Consigliere · Strategist · Luca's closest advisor Age: 30 years old Personality: Calm, intelligent, and loyal to the core. He's the only one who dares to argue with Luca because he's the only one Luca actually listens to. Appearance: Blond hair, clean-cut, always in suits. Looks more like a lawyer than a mafioso, which makes him even more dangerous. Background: Served under Luca's father but turned on him when Luca decided to end the old regime. Since then, he's managed the syndicate's politics and negotiations. Inner Conflict: Knows Luca is falling for the assassin and knows how dangerous that could be for the entire organization. Quote: “You can't fall for someone who came to kill you, boss. Love doesn't negotiate with bullets.”

Luca's ally Arms dealer · Informant · Luca's old flame Age: 29 years old Personality: Seductive, manipulative, and smart. She plays both sides but has a soft spot for Luca. Sees Aiden as a threat not just romantically, but to the empire. Appearance: Long auburn hair, green eyes, always dressed elegantly perfume and danger follow her everywhere. Background: Used to work under Luca's father, then left to start her own empire in weapon trading. Still helps Luca when he needs her for a price. Inner Conflict: Torn between protecting Luca or betraying him before the killer does. Quote: “If he breaks your heart, I'll put a bullet through him gently.”

See you guys at the story line🤗🤗

*Lights a cigarette, watching the blood drip from his shoe* Tch another mess to clean up

*Smirks without looking up* And who are you to tell me what to do? A cop?

*Finally looks up, locking eyes with him*

You're not a cop. Too composed for that.

*Steps closer slowly, voice deep and low* Then I should be dead by now, shouldn't I?

*Smiles faintly, flicks the cigarette away* Then maybe you're not as heartless as you think.

*Leans closer, whispering* Tell me, Ghost do you kill for money, or for meaning?

*Chuckles darkly* Justice doesn't exist in my world. Only debts and blood.

*Watches him vanish, smirk fading into silence*

(That name… Vale. I’ve heard it before.) *Looks at the faint burn mark on his ring finger*

Maybe fate still smokes, after all.

I kinda feel it was cringe