Doomsday Revenge: Payback Time (Josie) novel Chapter 55

Chapter 55

They’ve been with you for five years, at least. We all know each other. We’re family.”

The world has gone to hell, and they’re still here by your side. That proves their loyalty hasn’t changed.”

If you start doubting them now, it’ll just tear this brotherhood apart.”

I truly believe that if someone here awakened a spatial ability, they’d step up and share it with the team.” June turned to the crowd, her eyes scanning he room. Right, guys? Doesn’t that make sense?”

Exactly! Ms. Quinn is right! That’s what we’re saying!” The crowd chimed in, nodding eagerly.

A wave of resentment toward Victor began to stir in the room, while their respect for June shot through the roof.

une saw it. A faint smirk tugged at the corner of her lips, gone before anyone could notice.

This was the plan. Bit by bit, she’d reel them in. She was going to strip Victor of everything he had and take it for herself.

Fine. Looks like the problem isn’t coming from the inside, Victor finally spoke up. “My bad, guys. I shouldn’t have doubted you.”

une didn’t miss a beat. “We didn’t score today, but the guys still put in the work. We can’t let them lose heart. Mr. Victor, why don’t we pull some of the ood stuff from the stash? Let’s give them a real treat.”

he leaned in, her voice dropping to a whisper. “Don’t let them get bitter. We need these men if we’re going to run this world. That talk earlier rattled hem. Give them a little something to smooth things over. I’ll talk to them–tell them you were just stressed and had your reasons. They’ll get over it.”

Victor looked at her.

une played the part of the devoted partner perfectly. Her act of “caring” for his interests wiped away his last shred of doubt.

ine, he finally said. “We’ll do it your way.”

une turned back to the crew, her voice bright. “Listen up! Mr. Victor says he’s not letting anyone go home empty–handed. So we missed the haul ɔday–big deal. We’ll just find a better target next time. Tonight, the boss wants everyone to relax. We’re popping open the top–shelf liquor!”

Thanks, Boss!”

Mr. Victor is the man!”

The cheers were for Victor, but every pair of eyes was locked on June.

They weren’t stupid. They knew she was the one who had gone to bat for them. She was the reason they were getting a drink tonight.

ust like that, June’s influence over the crew grew even stronger.

Meanwhile…

The moment Josie got back, Winnie caught her eye and gave her a sharp look. Company.

osie raised an eyebrow.

iomeone was here.

For her?

Who?

A second later, Zane stepped into view.

osie’s brow furrowed. “You? How’d you find this place? What do you want?”

Zane gave a small smile. The world’s gone to hell and we’ve lost the main grid. We’re down to local networks for now. But finding someone? Still easy. The government machinery is more efficient than you’d think.”

Are you telling me the cameras are still rolling?” Josie shot back.

Relax, we’re not spying on you. Surveillance is luxury these days. We wouldn’t waste it on a Norm,” Zane said. “I’m here for real business.”

I want to make a deal.” Zane glanced over at Winnie.

Josie turned and headed up.

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Zane followed her up.

Talk to me. What’s the deal? Josie crossed her arms. If I can’t pull it off, I’m out.”

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