Dark alleyways veined through the city, emanating an overwhelming odor of garbage and wet pavement. Locals steered clear of this grimy area, aware of the potential dangers lurking in the shadows.
But for Felix, these shitty streets was his personal playground.
Felix frequently monitored this area of the city. His intimidating presence deterred any petty criminal who dared to cross his path. His hands casually rested in his pockets, idly playing with a switchblade.
Felix was on his way to pick up a payment from a pawn shop owner who was in debt to the Mafia. Felix had become the go-to guy whenever important matters needed attention, so he was tasked with making sure every dollar was coughed up and not a penny less.
As Felix rounded the bend, he picked up on a faint commotion coming from the other side of the street, piquing his interest. A woman was being confronted by two men, who had a predatory look in their eyes and were making advances toward her.
Felix let out an annoyed snort, averting his gaze as he continued walking down the street. However, as he took a few more steps, he couldn't help but notice his boots gradually slowing down, and a sense of irritation making his jaw feather.
Felix had a habit of turning a blind eye to situations like the one unfolding before him, showing no concern for the well-being of those caught in the crossfire. However, on this particular evening, something caused him to stop in his tracks and reconsider his usual indifference.
"Joder.." Felix cursed under his breath, gritting his teeth. Why should he give a fuck about some lady? It's not like they were worth anything to him.
As soon as he heard the woman's distress, he instinctively pinched the bridge of his nose and let out a deep sigh. Felix couldn't quite understand why he felt compelled to change his direction, but he found himself stepping back onto the pavement and crossing the street with determined strides.
As Felix's shadow stretched across the narrow alley, the two men turned their heads to catch a glimpse of him. Initially, they seemed ready to make some clever remark, but as soon as they laid eyes on Felix's distinctive half-scarred visage, their faces drained of color and fear gripped them tightly.
"W-We were just-," But neither man had the chance to finish with their pleas.
Felix was on top of them in an instant, his switchblade glinting in the dim light as he slashed across the first man's throat, dropping him instantly.
His face was emotionless as he took the second man's life, their blood pooling around his boots.
Wiping the knife on his jeans, he turned to the woman. A scowl moves across his features, stepping closer. His hand grasped her jaw, turning her face side-to-side as if he was looking for something that wasn't there.
"There's nothing special about you." He growls, his tongue rolling his toothpick to the other side of his mouth. He roughly released her and took a few paces back. It was like he was trying to find a reason why he even saved her worthless life.
