Can’t Win Me Back

Aware that this was an added challenge by Preston, Landon abandoned the fight and sprinted for the elevator a dozen feet away.

He frantically hammered the elevator button. A few seconds later, the door creaked open slowly.

To his dismay, inside the elevator stood five attackers, each wielding sharp blades.

Preston was relaxing in a pool lounger, smoking his favorite cigar brand. He played his favorite clubbing music from his phone, which was already out of style.

Every few minutes, he would look at his watch. Then he would smack his lips with satisfaction and continue to rest his eyes.

After 20 minutes, the elevator facing the entrance to the pool slid open with a ding.

Preston’s eyelids fluttered open a fraction before a jolt of awareness sent them springing wide.

Landon stepped over the bodies beneath him with heavy but determined footsteps. He slowly made his way to the pool, as if he were the God of War, returning triumphantly

were smeared with blood. His white button-up shirt was stained

puff of his cigar, a growing sense of respect for Landon evident

expected Landon to

the hearts of many. And

entered the pool area. Multiple cuts adorned his body,

the elevator. Only because of his love for Lauren and concern for Angelina was he

dearest nephew, you’ve done well.” Preston gave

are they?” Landon breathed heavily as the sweat dripping down his

Preston said, turning off his music with a mysterious smile. “Especially

you kill my father and

replied, his smile