New Identity

After Ethan explained the situation at the scene, he got into the ambulance under the watchful eye of the county police and state police.—In such circumstances, I was able to successfully defend myself and shoot down four people —Ethan thought, recalling the battle — which forced the others to flee in a hurry, but they were surely from the Redbone gang.County officials did not believe Ethan's story, it was like an action movie, but the bodies did not lie. I didn't expect there to be such a fierce guy at the Banshee police station. By contrast, Brock and Emmett were used to Ethan's brutality, continued the work at hand.Meanwhile, at the Kinaho Moon Casino ...Nola was lying on the office sofa, playing boring with the knife in her hand.Behind the luxurious and spacious desk, Alex looked at his mobile phone.—Knock..knock .. —A series of knocks were heard on the office door.Alex under his phone and said:—Go ahead.The high guard opened the door and said to Alex:—Boss, Kai Proctor is here and wants to see him.Alex hesitated for a moment and then said to the guard:—Let him pass.The guard nodded and closed the office door.— What will Proctor want? —Nola asked, pushing the knife in her hand on the table.—We'll find out now —Alex replied with a nervous smile as he took a file next to him and spread it on the desk.A moment later, they knocked on the door again. Nola sat on the sofa and watched Proctor enter the office.Behind Proctor, a boy with glasses and a tie followed him closely. The boy noticed Nola's gaze and returned a cold indifference. The eyes behind the glasses were icy, analyzing everything with a coldness that put Nola on alert, something told her that this boy was dangerous.—Doesn't seem like an easy person to deal with —Nola thought, squinting.During this time, the newly built casino had been bombed and the stock truck had been stolen. He knew that tribal advisers were questioning Alex and his position was faltering. In response, they also bombed Proctor's cattle truck and kidnapped his niece.However, in the confrontation with Proctor, they had always been at a disadvantage. Yesterday, two members of the tribe were beaten until they were incapacitated. Both sides were now in an "eye for an eye" state.Proctor had taken the initiative to visit them, and Nola had no idea what he was going to do this time.As Nola thought, Proctor stopped, and Alex kept leafing through the documents, writing strokes from time to time. The silence in the office became disturbing. After a while, Alex couldn't take it anymore. He stopped what he was doing and, without raising his head, asked:—Mr Proctor, I wonder what you want to see me for?A smile was drawn on Proctor's lips, but Alex was still restless. Proctor replied calmly:— Aren't you going to offer me a seat?Alex threw the pen aside and raised his head.—I'm being very polite by not letting someone take you out of here in a bag, so get to the point. —replied in a harsh tone.—Don't be so hostile to me —Proctor said as he approached a chair next to him, sat down and continued in a serene tone — I came this time to express my good will. As I said before, peace requires more effort than struggle, and I am also learning about it.Proctor took a small bag out of his pocket and left it on the desk.—Consider this as a gift of goodwill. These are the teeth of the man who killed the girl from your tribe.—With this, you already have an explanation for your tribe. You can tell them you did it for them. I think this will win you some support —added Proctor.Alex rubbed his beard and picked up the small bag containing several bloodstained teeth. Proctor said nothing else, nodded at Alex and Nola, got up and left.After the guard closed the door, Nola spoke in a low voice:—You know this doesn't change anything.Alex shook his head while playing with the small bag in his hands.—I like Proctor as much as you sister, but now we have too many enemies. This is not the right time to fight. Maybe we can stop the war with Proctor for a while —Alex said, ready to accept Proctor's offer to clear the way.Nola got up with emotion.—We cannot get involved with Proctor. You know he's been coveting a casino stake.Alex came out from behind the desk, took a bottle of brandy out of the nearby display case, and served half a glass.—You don't understand. Hunter has been talking to the other members of the tribal council, and is trying to remove me to take control. If I lose my current position, what will we have left? The water has already been stained with blood, and the sharks are beginning to surround —he said, taking a sip of brandy.Nola looked at him furiously and grabbed him by the collar of her shirt.—If the water smells like blood, why can't you be a shark and hunt them all down?Alex pushed Nola away and sat down, clearly disturbed.—I have my own sister plans, I'll take care of it. — answered firmly.Nola knew that her brother was a coward in the background, and she looked at Alex with disappointment.—I know what you are thinking. Working with Proctor is dangerous, if tribal advisers want to force you to resign, you know well that he will kill them. —Nola said.Alex raised his voice, losing his composure:— Make it clear to you, the one in charge here is me, not us. This is my tribe, and I have the last word.Nola was surprised. I didn't expect Alex to say those words. He bit his cheek with disappointment, turned around and left the office.After he left, Alex took off his tie. He looked at the photo of the old boss on the wall, poured himself another drink with ice, and murmured to himself:—Father, I will show you that I am worthy to be your son.The ambulance arrived at the hospital. After cleaning and suturing his wound, Ethan rejected the hospitalization request and went to Siobhan's room.She was already asleep, and Ethan asked the nurse next to her:— How are you?—The doctor has already examined it. You have a concussion. She will rest here tonight and, if all is well, tomorrow we will discharge her —replied the nurse, and then added, surprised to notice Ethan's appearance — Why do I think you are worse?Ethan smiled tiredly, shaking his head.Not long after, Emmett arrived at the hospital. Seeing Ethan's condition, he quickly commented:—Come back and rest first. We and several nearby counties have already issued a search warrant nationwide. The sheriff and the others have already obtained a federal search warrant and we headed to the Kinaho Tribe with the state police.This behavior of the Red Bones Gang it is a serious provocation for the police, and they had to respond in the most direct way. Ethan looked at Siobhan, who was still asleep, sighed, got up and left the hospital, waiting for his Uber to arrive. Along the way, his phone vibrated, and Ethan pulled it out to check it out. A familiar figure appeared on the surveillance screen. After looking at it for a while, I lock the phone without giving it more importance. When they reached the intersection, he paid the fee, got out of the car, and the vehicle drove away quickly. Upon arrival at the cabin, he did not enter the house, but went directly to the small pier. After contemplating the view of the lake under the night sky, Ethan sat cross-legged, took the bottle of whiskey next to him, unscrewed the lid, and drank a drink. He put the bottle of wine aside, looked at Nola, who was sitting cross-legged in the small wooden boat next to him, and said with a resigned air — How about I give you a key? Right now, through surveillance on her mobile phone, Ethan had seen Nola strutting into her house, taking two bottles from her house, and walking toward the dock. Nola's body swayed slightly with the wooden boat. He took a sip of the bottle in his hand and replied with disdain — What would be the difference. Ethan didn't know what to say for a moment, so he shook his head and put his hands in the clear water of the lake to wash himself carefully. Nola sniffed the air and smelled the familiar smell of blood and gunpowder. He turned his head, saw the gauze wrapped around Ethan's forehead, and couldn't help but ask curiously — Is the life of a police officer in Banshee always that exciting? Ethan shook the water droplets from his hands and took a cigarette out of his pocket. The lighter flame lit up the surroundings, throwing a ray of light into the gloom. After taking a drag, he looked at Nola with bright eyes. —Yesterday you said you owed me one, and that you would pay me. Well now is your chance —Ethan said. —Find Chayton's whereabouts or help me locate the Red Bones location, and we'll be on hand.Nola was momentarily stunned to hear Ethan's request. He quickly asked:— Chayton managed to escape? Did those Red Bones Gang wounds you? Ethan nodded and took the bottle again. After hesitating for a moment, Nola nodded silently. —I'll try, but don't get your hopes up. I don't have much contact with them. —Do your best —answered Ethan — —But you have to promise me one thing, otherwise I will refuse to help you. - Nola looked at him seriously. — You cannot harm the innocent people of the tribe. Ever since he discovered that the masked man from New York was Ethan, Nola also knew that he was a village police officer but only in appearance, but he was definitely a beast. He knew that Ethan was not looking for the location of Red Bones to solve a case, he probably wanted to take matters into his own hands and take revenge personally. Ethan looked at her angrily and replied — Do you think I'm some kind of killer maniac? —Your behavior in New York seemed quite manic — Nola replied. Ethan sighed, defeated:   —Okay, I promise.—Okay. If I have any information, I will let you know. After receiving his affirmative answer, Ethan sighed with relief. It is better to have a person with access to information than to drive a police car and risk alerting the Red Bones gang. Both were silent in the dark night, drinking whiskey from the bottle, exchanging lit butts from time to time. Ethan soon noticed that Nola had drunk half the bottle in his hand, and it looked like he wanted to get drunk.—You have many places to go. Why did you decide to sneak into my house? Nola, with a touch of drunkenness, replied:   — Am I not welcome? —Of course. Only this time it seems a little different. What's wrong with you? —Ethan asked, putting out his cigarette. —You seem to be the only one who could be considered my friend around here —Nola replied with an ironic smile — So I want to drink with you. I always thought I was someone important to my family, but it seems like I'm the only one who believes it. Ethan rolled his eyes and asked cautiously:   — Alex?—He has had a lot of difficulties lately —sighed Nola, shaking his head — You should know what happened so far in the Kinaho tribe. The tribal committee took advantage of his weakness to try to take away his chief position. —Proctor pressured him to keep my father's promise. —I asked him to be firmer, but he kicked me out of the office. Ethan scratched his nose awkwardly. How could I not know? There were still hundreds of thousands of cash hidden.—I hope you don't mind me saying it, but I don't think Alex is fit to be boss. There are too many people coveting his position and he is too soft. —People who try to be decent, but often don't get it —Nola replied, having another shot of whiskey. —If your character were complemented by his, it would be perfect —Ethan said with interest —. Have you ever thought about being the Boss?Nola shook her head:   — Me? I couldn't do that job. Being in an office all day dealing with politicians ... is not my thing. Finishing the last trace of liquid at the bottom of the bottle, Nola swayed from the boat onto the dock and threw the empty bottle into the lake. He turned to Ethan, his eyes red from alcohol, and punched him. Ethan, unprepared, was hit squarely, falling backwards. He straightened up quickly, leaning on the ground. Nola did not stop, throwing more punches and kicks like a storm. Ethan had no choice but to defend himself. Nola, already half drunk, was no match for him. With two quick movements, Nola was knocked to the grass with an over-the-shoulder pitch.However, she got up again, ready to fight again. After a while, Nola was restrained, breathing heavily, clenching her teeth as she looked at Ethan. Ethan was stunned for a moment. If we were going to fight, we were going to fight, I didn't understand what was going on. The fight continued and, over time, the lake returned to calm. Ethan lay on the grass, watching the starry sky, his chest rising and falling slightly. Nola rested on him a moment before getting up. Ethan, admiring the figure of Nola, smiled when she said to him: —Give me your number. I'll let you know if I have news about the Red Bones. Ethan, sitting down, replied:   —We'll talk about that later. Let's finish what we started first. — What else remains to be done? —asked Nola.—End the fight you started —Ethan said, lifting her on his shoulders while she exclaimed in surprise, heading towards the lake.Nola clung to him, laughing between surprised and excited. Her dark hair, sparkling with flashes in the moonlight, cascaded down on her shoulders. Her light skin, marked by Native American heritage, seemed to shine with soft night light. Ethan felt the warmth of his body against his, an electrifying sensation that filled him with desire.Upon reaching the shore of the lake, Ethan dropped it gently, and the two found themselves surrounded by the murmur of the water and the distant singing of the crickets. The moon reflected its silver light on the calm surface of the lake, creating an almost magical environment.Nola, laughing, pushed Ethan back, and he sank into the cold water. She followed him, gracefully plunging and popping up again, letting the water slide down her skin. The tension between them was palpable, and as the laughter turned to whispers, Ethan felt his heart beat hard.She approached him, the water barely touching his skin, and Ethan could see the spark in his eyes. Without thinking, he took her by the waist, bringing her closer to him. Nola let herself go, giving herself up instantly. Her lips met, first gently, then with increasing passion. The cold of the water contrasted with the burning they felt for each other.Around him, the world disappeared, and all that existed was them, the water and the moon. Ethan raised her up again, this time taking her ashore. There, the brush of fresh grass against her bare skin increased the burning of her connection. The night was filled with murmurs and whispers, as they delivered themselves instantly, each caress and kiss resonating with the intensity of their desire.Nola, with her Native American ancestry, moved with a confidence that only someone in tune with nature could have. His movements were fluid, almost as if dancing under the moon. The connection between them deepened, each touch telling stories of passion and desire, as the stars watched silently from above.Two days later, the operation to capture Chayton collapsed.In the past two days, only a few members of Red Bone Gang's external network have been captured, but had no idea of Chayton's whereabouts.After two days of futile search, Ethan now wanted the operation to end soon.—Only then can he take care of himself when Nola gives him his location—he thought.After leaving work, Ethan wanted to go to Siobhan's house to see her, but Hood stopped him.—Job arrived this morning, you can take him with Jason. I have some things to take care of today and I can't handle it.After taking the key Hood threw at him, Ethan left the police station.He returned home, put on casual clothes, and drove the Dodge Challenger to the Davis bar, where Job's yellow convertible was parked next to him.Ethan was too lazy to get in, so he picked up his phone and texted Job.Before long, Job was renewed.—It looks like you just had a good time, what good thing happened to you? —Ethan joked.Job opened the door, sat in the seat, held a bank card between his fingers, and handed it to Ethan, along with a piece of paper containing an account number and security password.—When you see the number of zeros in the account, you will have the same smile as mine.Ethan's eyes lit up when he took the bank card.— Did you take care of everything?—Of course, look who you're talking to, you fucking bastard.After Job finished moving the diamonds and receiving his commission, he was extremely happy. He smiled and said:—From now on, you will receive money every month to this account. It is the same for you and for everyone, including Marie. They are now shareholders of an emerging technology company.—Although it is slower, it is safer. And money can be spent without worries.Ethan put the bank card in his pocket.—Thanks, tonight in Savoy, everything is on me.—No, let me do it. I also made a fortune.Job put on his sunglasses and continued:—Let's go there. Hood said it has something urgent to do with me.—You will find out later.Ethan started the vehicle and headed for the Motel Valley.After a while, he led Job upstairs to the second floor of the hotel.Seeing Ethan guiding him down the hall and entering with the key hanging in his hand, Job still had the heart to joke about.—You're drunk, right? Let me explain first, I don't like it and you're too old-fashioned for me.Ethan looked at the jeans and the black shirt he was wearing, shook his head, and opened the door.Job covered his mouth and nose with an expression of disgust.—Shet, what does this smell like?Ethan also frowned and turned on the light in the room. The dark room suddenly lit up.Lucas Hood's son Jason Hood was lying in bed, sleeping soundly, not realizing that someone had entered.In the closet next to the bed, there were several stacked pizza boxes, empty alcohol bottles, and mixed clothing on the floor.Ethan advanced expressionlessly, grabbed the quilt and opened it.Jason was still hugging two girls. Job, unlike Ethan, did not look away from Jason.The soft young skin attracted his taste, but the disorder was too unsanitary.The room was filled with the smell of cheap perfume, alcohol, sex, and food.Job couldn't help but squeeze his nose and leave the room. Feeling a chill in their bodies, the people lying in bed woke up.The two blondes were about to scream when they saw Ethan at the end of the bed, but they quickly covered their mouths.They were old acquaintances, professionals in their work.Ethan raised a hand and, with a serious face, said:—Put your clothes on fast and get out of here, the party is overThe two women breathed a sigh of relief, dressed hastily, and came out avoiding Ethan.—Wait a moment.Ethan moved to lock the door and the two blondes stopped, looking at him anxiously.Both appeared to be from Eastern Europe. Their faces were covered in bad makeup, but you could see a trace of innocence in their eyes.The tall girl between them blinked and took a wallet out of her bag. With a smile, he took out some bills and offered them to Ethan.—Officer, I'm sorry, we don't bring much money when we go out to work. This is all I have with me.Ethan looked at the wrinkled bills and sighed.— What do you do?The tall girl was stunned for a moment.— Are you humiliating us? —interrupted the lowest with an insecure tone — What do you think we do?Ethan sighed.—I know what you're doing here, just collect the money you owe them and leave.The two blondes looked at Jason Hood to give them money and then they were confused.This time, Ethan pulled away from the door.Before leaving, the tall girl winked at Ethan and whispered:—Thank you, officer. If you need anything, come see me and I'll give you a discount.When they left, Ethan shook his head and looked into the room. Jason, even with a pillow in his hands, watched him helplessly.Cold-faced Ethan pulled out his Taser and pointed it at Jason.—Hey.—Stop, don't do this —Jason yelled quickly —. What did I do?— Didn't I tell you to keep a low profile? —Ethan bowed his head and looked at him.Seeing his serious face, Jason anxiously explained:—I apologize. I have been alone in the room for three or four days. I just called those two girls using the landline phone.—Okay, you're right.Ethan thought for a moment, put away the Taser and whistled.Job entered, still covering his mouth and nose.—Okay, the charade is over. Do you want to tell me why they brought me here?—It wasn't me, it was Hood. He wants you to help this boy get a new identity —Ethan explained.Looking at Jason, he added with a smile:—Your new identity depends on it. Why don't you show up?Jason, pleasantly surprised, reached out to Job with a smile.—Hi, I'm Jason Hood.Job was stunned for a moment. He took off his sunglasses, put his hands on his hips, and looked at Ethan with his teeth clenched.— Hood? Really?—That's right, Lucas Hood's Hood —confirmed Ethan.Job's good humor disappeared immediately.—Damn, are you fucking with me?