Serena’s POV

The city was quiet, but the silence was deceptive. Every shadow held a secret, every corner a potential threat. Even with Penny’s network starting to crumble, she was still unpredictable. I could feel her presence in the air, a poisonous tension that wrapped itself around every street and alley. But I didn’t falter. I had survived worse, and tonight, I would ensure she learned one simple truth: Serena was no longer a target—she was the predator.

The monitors I had accessed earlier still glowed before me, displaying the intricate web of Penny’s operations. I had managed to copy files, trace contacts, and even send subtle false messages that...