The Kings of Ruin stopped pretending they were hiding. That was the first thing everyone noticed.
Their bikes appeared outside gas stations, outside bars, outside convenience stores. Just everywhere.
Not threatening people directly or starting fights. They were just existing and watching.
Reminding everyone they were there. The pressure settled across the county almost immediately.
I stood beside the map table three days after Blade received the confirmation about the alliance while Casey updated patrol routes.
“Three separate sightings yesterday.” Casey said.
“Five today.” I said and Heath looked irritated.
“They’re doing it on purpose.” Heath said.
“Obviously.” Ivy replied and Blade nodded.
“They want visibility.” Blade said as I studied the map.
“No.” I said.
The room
