Azazel Alastar, known as Az Ocelot, was a runaway picked off of the streets of Chicago and raised by the infamous mafia godfather, Hades Grimwood. At just 18 years old and the leader of his own gang, Az begins investigating what the mysterious words "Deadly Hooker" mean—the same two words his older brother, Rexford, has been muttering since his return from the Iraq War. However, his inquiries are hindered when Grimwood sends his men after Az at an underground bar he uses as a hideout. At the bar, David, Az's nine-year-old friend, introduces him to Minato Isamu, and his assistant, Kenji Ren, Japanese photographers seeking to report on American street gangs. Unfortunately, the introduction is cut short when Zhi Peng, also known as Shooter, and Az's closest ally and best friend, calls to warn Az about Grimwood and his men. Shooter explains that the gang has a plan to ambush Az and his gang at their hideout! Not too long after, Grimwood's men storm the bar, and havoc begins. In the ensuing chaos, Grimwood's men kidnap David and Kenji. Now Az must find a way to rescue them and continue his investigation into the mystifying "Deadly Hooker," but will his history with the mafia could greatly affect his chance of success. With Grimwood and his mafia against him, it seemed like nothing was possible. Can Az fight against Grimwood to find out what is a "Deadly Hooker?"