De'Mario's POV:

I strapped up my black combat boots over my army fatigue cango pants. After tucking in by black beater, I tightened my black belt and threw a black long sleeve shirt over it. I slipped on my grip gloves and secured them around my wrists. My guns of choice tonight will be my AK47 on my back, 9mm pistol in my belt, and a revolver on my hip. I got a hunters knife in my boot and another in my pants. I won't forget about the razor in my mouth. Shawny taught me that shit and it may sound crazy but it helps.

Tonight may be the night that I die for my wife but it'll be all worth it. Fuck the ski masks, I'm killing shit out in the open tonight.Them Latinos don't know who they was fucking with. I got a casket waiting for this nigga and he will be early to his own funeral. This will teach all the other mothafuckas a lesson. Don't fuck with De'Mario Smith. if you learn that, your life will be a better place. I loaded all of my guns and tested them out one last time. After getting ready for combat, I get a text from Dre.

Dre: I got the girl, be there in a few hours. ✊🏾👌🏾✌🏾💯

A smile crept on my face cause things are going a lot better than we thought. I glanced at Fitz and nodded.

Fitz: "Already?" He asked in surprise.

Me: "They'll be here in a few hours," I replied putting my phone in my pocket. I walked into the meeting room where Terrence and Trey was at to give them the news. "Guess what." I said startling them.

Trey: "What's up?" He asked.

Me: "We got Jordyn back and she's on her way back home. She's alive and well." I announced and their expressions were priceless.

I smiled at their smiles and they hugged each other but I know they wanted to cry so Fitz and I left the room to give them their privacy. I walked back into the shooting range and watched everyone finish up getting their weapons ready. I tapped Fitz twice letting him know that I'm ready. He nodded and went right to business.

Fitz: "Listen up, everybody. We have only a couple hours to finish this mission before the Feds are on it. That means if you don't want to get caught, follow directions and go in and get out. That simple. Everyone should have at least three working weapons, if not, that's on you. I will not be responsible for any of you, so make sure you go your own back. Boss will be worried his own mission so don't count on him either. If you don't think you can handle this, I advise you to go home now. This that grown man shit and we don't need no scary ass little boys on this job. Do I make myself clear?" He asked.

Everyone: "Yes, sir." They said all weak.

Me: "He can't hear you." I added.

Everyone: "Yes, Sir!!" They shouted.

Good, we're ready for war. I marched out to my Audi with my army behind me. Silence is key and it's taken me back to the old days when I took glanced at my walky talky. Funny thing is, I don't need it anymore. Our cars can call each other. That's crazy how time changes so fast. I looked over at the passenger seat and thought about my first Mission with Shawny. That shit nearly brought tears to my eyes and I'm feeling kind of guilty for that stunt I pulled tonight. Taking a deep breath, I started my car. I got a call from Fitz and answered immediately.

Me: "Whats up?" I asked.

Fitz: "Boss, if you want to stay here with Shawny that's fine. I'll take care of all of this for you." He said.

Me: "Nah, I'm good. Just make sure they keep an eye on her and my daughter." I said pulling off. "Call everyone and tell them to follow me."

Fitz: "Yessir." He obeyed.

I hung up on him and proceeded to drive towards the house. Raquel's number popped on my car stereo indicating that she was calling. I answered by pressing the speaker button.

Me: "Wassup, Raq?" I answered.

Raquel: "Be careful, please." She said in a concerning tone.

Me: "I will," I smiled.

Raquel: "I'll be waiting for you, when you get back," She replied.

Me: "I won't be long, ma. Save me a spot next to you on the couch," I smirked.

Raquel: "I'll keep it warm for you," She went silent for a second before speaking again, "Thank you for helping me."

Me: "No problem at all," I smiled and sighed.

Raquel: "I'll talk to you later ba- I mean D." She laughed nervously and hung up. That was awkward.

Raquel's POV:

I hung up quickly because I almost called him baby. I didn't mean to do that. I wish I'd just stop falling for this married man after I just helped him get his wife back. This is what you call home wrecking and I'm not a home wrecker. But you have to understand my situation. The guy you're falling for is leading you on and of course you're going to fall for it. Even if I try to stay away from him, he pulls me back to him like he doesn't want to let me go. I'd wish this would have happened a lot sooner because I'd probably have him by now and he wouldn't be worried about his wife and all this wouldn't have happened.

Maria: "How long have you known my dad?" She walked in startling me. "I'm sorry, did I scare you?" She smirked and rolled her eyes.

Me: "Yeah, because I didn't see you walk in but Ive known your father for three years." I crossed my legs as I sat up on the couch. She stood in front of me with her arms crossed.

Maria: "Have you two been dating?" She asked.

Me: "No," I shook my head. "He's my patient and I never pushed pass a professional relationship."

Maria: "I would like to believe that but judging by both the incidents that i witnessed between you two, I have my doubts about your word." She glared at me.

Me: "Well, I apologize if I upset you in any way by what you saw but I could promise you those were the first time we've ever gotten that close. I-I-"

Maria: "You're lying," She cut me off. "I didn't ask you to justify a lie. I didn't even ask you a question, nor to speak. If my dad continues to creep around with you, I'm telling Shawny myself." She looked at me dead in the eyes and walked away. Out of all seriousness, I think she's the first kid that ever convinced me that they're crazy. I'm slightly scared of her.