<h4>Chapter 61: Everything</h4>


    Bianca gazed at Sarai with a loving smile, her sharp green eyes softening in that rare, sisterly way that always melted the ice between them. The fight between them still clung to the air, heavy and stubborn, but she let out a quiet breath and unfolded her arms. Pushing herself up from the headboard, the silk of her robe whispered against the sheets as she crossed over to her sister. Saraiy there in her usual dramatic sulk, but Bianca didn’t bother with words. She simply bent down and wrapped her arms around her, pulling her close until Sarai’s stiff shoulders finally eased. The familiar scent of vani clung to Bianca’s skin, and in that simple hug, Sarai was reminded—no matter how much they shed—they were still bound together in a way nothing could undo.


    "Oh, Sarai, my fierce little firecracker," Bianca murmured into her sister’s glossy hair, her voice a soothing lubyced with persuasion. "You need to think this through carefully. This isn’t just some petty revenge plot anymore; it’s a win-win situation for both of us. Imagine it, darling—picture me getting my hands on the Vexley fortune through Rafael. With that kind of power at our fingertips, you’d be unstoppable. Anything you want? Yours. Designer empires, private jets, the world bowing at your feet. And think about the connections! Through Rafael’s influence, we’d have ties to men like Austin Miller—the mafia kingpin himself. Doors that were once mmed shut would swing wide open. We could rule this city, sister. Andter on... well, once we’ve squeezed every drop from that blind cripple, we could even get rid of him. Quietly, of course. A tragic ident, perhaps. Then the entire Vexley empire would be ours to seize. No more scraping by on Daddy’s scraps—we’d be queens."


    Sarai pulled back slightly from the embrace, her sharp features smoothing into a more cool-headed expression as she processed her sister’s words. The storm in her eyes had calmed to a calcting glint, and she tilted her head, her voice steady butced with genuine concern. "Okay, Bianca, you’ve painted a pretty picture, I’ll give you that. But what if Eliana decides to spill everything to Rafael? What if she tells him Jason was the one who orchestrated the kidnapping, and then they drag me in as a witness? I don’t want Jason getting into trouble because of this. He’s mine—our future together can’t be ruined over her bbering mouth."


    Bianca chuckled softly, a low, throaty sound that echoed with amusement and cunning, her hands still resting on Sarai’s shoulders as if anchoring her to the n. "Oh, my protective little schemer, that’s where your charmes in. You’ll beg Eliana not to mention Jason’s involvement to Rafael. y on her emotions, darling—tug at those heartstrings she’s always wearing on her sleeve. Tell her Jason was just hurt and desperate, blinded by his love for her. Make it sound tragic, like he was a lost puppy acting out of pain, but you’re positive he didn’t mean any real harm. Beg her to remember the three of you—you, her, and Jason—as best friends since childhood. Remind her of those endless summer nights giggling under the stars, sharing secrets about boys and dreams, the scraped knees from yground adventures. Paint it so vividly she’ll feel guilty for even thinking of betraying that bond."


    Sarai’s brow furrowed deeper, her lips pursing in skepticism as she crossed her arms, mirroring Bianca’s earlier pose. "And what if that doesn’t work? Eliana’s naive, but she’s notpletely stupid. Rafael’s no fool either—he’s got that whole dark, scary aura. What if she pushes back?"


    Bianca’s smile turned predatory, her eyes sparkling with the thrill of the game as she squeezed Sarai’s shoulders reassuringly. "Then hammer it home, Sarai. Tell her straight out that Rafael would kill Jason—literally—if he knew Jason was involved in the kidnapping. Emphasize the danger, the blood on her hands if she lets that slip. Rafael’s not just some rich invalid; he’s a force of nature with mafia ties that could erase Jason in a heartbeat. Make her see that by keeping quiet, she’s protecting not just Jason, but the remnants of your shared past. You’ll have her eating out of your hand, trust me. She’s always been a sucker for loyalty and nostalgia."


    Sarai let out a long, dramatic sigh, her shoulders slumping as she flopped back against the pillows, her glossy hair fanning out like a dark halo. The room seemed to hold its breath, the city lights outside flickering like hesitant stars witnessing their pact. For a moment, she stared at the ceiling, her mind whirling with visions of power, revenge, and that intoxicating future Bianca had dangled before her. Finally, she turned her head, meeting her sister’s gaze with a reluctant nod. "Fine. I’ll do it. But if this blows up in our faces, you’re the one exining it to Daddy."


    Bianca’s face lit up with genuine delight, herughter bubbling up like champagne as she pped her hands together, the sound sharp and triumphant in the quiet room. "That’s my girl! I knew you’d see the brilliance in it. We’re going to crush this, Sarai—two peas in a pod, remember? Inseparable and unbreakable." She leaned down, nting a quick, affectionate kiss on Sarai’s forehead before straightening up with purposeful energy.


    Without wasting another second, Bianca snatched her phone from the bedside table, her diamond rings glinting under themp’s glow as she dialed Mel’s number. The line connected almost immediately, and she put it on speaker, her voice shifting to thatmanding tone she reserved for underlings. "Mel, it’s Bianca. Listen up—I’ve got a new n, and it’s going to be wless."


    On the other end, Mel’s gruff voice crackled through,ced with impatience and the faint echo of wind, suggesting he was still at the remote hideout. "Bianca? About damn time. What’s the y? This girl’s starting to stir in the trunk, and we can’t hang around forever."


    Bianca paced slowly as she spoke, her heels clicking softly on the hardwood floor, her words precise andced with authority. "Sarai and I areing to the kidnapping site right now. You and your partner need to pretend that Sarai called the cops on you—make it look like she tipped them off anonymously and scared you off. Then, she’ll swoop in like the hero and ’save’ Eliana. Rough up the ce a bit if you have to—scare Eliana more or something to sell the chaos. But make it convincing."


    Mel grunted, a mix of skepticism and resignation in his tone. "Heroics, huh? That’s a twist. Alright, but you better make it quick. Cops or no cops, this spot’s too exposed. What’s the endgame here?"


    Bianca nced at Sarai, who was now sitting up with a smirk, and continued with steely resolve. "The endgame is making sure this n works perfectly. We need Eliana to believe everythingpletely—no doubts, no questions. She has to see Sarai as her savior, the loyal friend who risked it all. If she buys it, we’re golden. You got that?"


    There was a pause, then Mel’s voice came back, gruff butpliant. "Yeah, yeah, I got it. We’ll stage it like a damn movie. Just hurry up and get here—we can’t wait at this hideout for too long. Every minute’s a risk."


    Bianca’s lips curved into a satisfied smile as she ended the call with a crisp, "We’re on our way." She tossed the phone onto the bed and turned to Sarai, her energy infectious. "See? Piece of cake. Now, let’s get moving before Mel gets twitchy."


    Sarai rolled her eyes but couldn’t hide the spark of excitement igniting in her eyes, a mirror of her sister’s. She swung her legs off the bed, standing with a theatrical stretch that made her silk nightgown ride up slightly. "ck clothes, right? Can’t be a shadowy hero in pink pajamas."


    Biancaughed, a rich, velvety sound that filled the room with warmth, destroying the earlier tension like sunlight. "Exactly, darling. Stealth and style—our motto." She glided to her walk-in closet, the doors swinging open to reveal rows of designer garments bathed in soft LED lights. With practiced efficiency, she pulled out two sleek ck outfits: for herself, a fitted turtleneck and slim pants that hugged her curves like a second skin, and for Sarai, a simr ensemble with a hooded jacket for that extra dramatic ir.


    Sarai snatched hers with a grin, shimmying out of her nightgown and into the clothes in one fluid motion, the fabric cool and empowering against her skin. "You know, this almost feels like one of those spy movies we used to binge-watch as kids. Except we’re the viins turning heroes... sort of."


    "Anti-heroes, maybe," Bianca quipped, slipping into her own outfit and zipping up with a flourish. She ran ab through her ck hair, tying it into a sleek ponytail that screamed ’business.’ "Grab your handbag—mine’s got the essentials: pepper spray, just in case Mel’s boys get too method in their acting."


    Sarai scooped up her designer clutch from the dresser, stuffing in her phone and apact mirror for a quick touch-up. "Pepper spray? Now you’re thinking ahead. Alright, let’s do this before I change my mind and decide to let Eliana rot after all."


    The sisters shared a conspiratorial nce, theirughter mingling as they hurried out of the bedroom, the apartment’s modern decor—ss tables, abstract art, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the glittering city—fading behind them. They slipped on matching ck sneakers for silence and speed, the soft soles muffling their steps as they descended the private elevator to the underground garage.


    Bianca’s glossy ck sports car waited like a panther in the shadows, its engine purring to life with a low growl as she hit the remote. They slid inside, the leather seats embracing them in luxury, and Sarai buckled up with a sigh that was equal parts nerves and thrill. "You really think this will work? Eliana’s going to be a mess—scarred, terrified. What if she sees right through me?"


    Bianca revved the engine, peeling out of the garage with expert precision, the tires squealing faintly on the polished concrete. The city streets blurred past in a neon haze as she merged onto the highway, her voice steady and reassuring over the hum of the car. "She won’t, Sarai. You’re a master actress. Remember that school y where you yed the tragic heroine and had the whole audience in tears? This is just like that—except the stakes are real, and the reward is everything we’ve ever wanted."


    Sarai leaned back, watching the lights streak by, her heart pounding with a mix of dread and anticipation. "Yeah... everything." The night air rushed in through the cracked window, carrying the scent of rain and urban promise, as they sped toward the kidnapping site, their scheme unfolding like a dark romance scripted just for them.