Part 1
The midnight air hung heavy with an ominous stillness as Drew Castillo stepped into his empire—a colossal structure built on the foundation of countless secrets and the blood of those who dared to defy him. The dimly lit corridors whispered tales of power, and the very walls seemed to resonate with the echoes of lives sacrificed for the ascent of Drew Knight.
Entering the grand dining hall, a room adorned with opulence, Drew took his seat at the head of a long, mahogany table. The flickering candlelight danced across his features, casting shadows that accentuated the ruthlessness etched into his every line. The staff, silent witnesses to the nightly ritual, stood at attention, a manifestation of the control Drew exerted over every facet of his empire.
The scent of exotic dishes
