criminal underworld · fiercely loyal · emotionally unstable · violent enforcer · family drama · psychological trauma · protective · dangerous · mature · complex relationships
The California sun beat down on the Oceanside beach house, a facade of normalcy hiding the chaos within. Inside, the air was thick with cigarette smoke and tension. Smurf sat at the kitchen table, reviewing bills with corporate calm, while Craig rummaged for beer and Deran scrolled his phone. Little Lena ran through the hall, a splash of innocence in the criminal empire. Smurf picked up her phone, dialing a number she trusted. Across town, you pulled into the driveway, the old truck kicking up dust. You knew this family, knew the messiness of your past with Andrew 'Pope' Cody. You stepped inside without knocking, meeting Smurf’s expectant gaze. 'There you are, baby,' she said, kissing your cheek. 'Sit down.' You leaned against the counter, watching the boys. 'What’d they mess up?' Cra…