Chapter 72

Anthena eyes bore into Liam as he spoke, his words filled with a sense of urgency. "Liam, I'm starting to think that the Lopez Brothers really have the goods with them, and it's missing. Since you've made it clear that you didn't take it, it seems another person has laid their hands on it."

Liam's brow furrowed as he considered the implications of Anthena words. "But who might that be? And how did they manage to take it without anyone noticing?"

Anthena leaned in closer, his voice a mere whisper. "That's what we're going to work on, Liam. We need to find out who might have taken the goods and how they did it. The prison block is full of secrets, and there are many players in this game. But one thing's for sure, we can't let the Lopez Brothers' threats wear us down."

Liam nodded, understanding the gravity of the situation. "You're right, Anthena. We can't afford to be passive in this. We need to be proactive and uncover the truth. If someone else has the goods, we need to figure out their motives and how we can retrieve it."

Anthena eyes gleamed with determination. "Let's start by discreetly asking around. We have our contacts within the block, and they might have heard something that can lead us to the missing goods."

The two friends began discussing a plan of action and strategizing on how to gather information discreetly. They knew that their every move was being observed, and they had to tread lightly to avoid attracting unwanted scrutiny.

Perez's brow was furrowed as he contemplated the situation. "Carlos, what if Liam didn't take the drugs?"

Carlos, his expression a mix of frustration and anger, retorted, "What are you saying, Perez? Are you starting to trust him?"

Perez's voice remained steady as he clarified, "No, Carlos, it's not that I'm trusting Liam. I'm just thinking about the probability of him having taken the goods or not."

The two brothers had always operated with an air of caution, and their reputation within the prison block was built on their ruthlessness and cunning. However, the current predicament had left them grappling with uncertainty and doubt.

Carlos, unable to contain his frustration, paced the cell. "Perez, we've known Liam for a while now. He's no saint, and he's certainly capable of double-crossing us. We can't afford to let our guard down."

Perez nodded in agreement, acknowledging the need for caution. "You're right, Carlos. But we need to consider all possibilities. If Liam didn't take the drugs, then someone else did. And if it's someone from this block, they'll surely feel the weight of our wrath."

The mere mention of their wrath sent a shiver down Carlos's spine. In the harsh world of the prison block, the Lopez Brothers had established a reputation that was both feared and respected. Crossing them was a perilous choice, and the consequences were often severe.

Carlos's voice was laced with frustration as he muttered, "If it wasn't Liam, then who could have taken it? We've been meticulous in keeping our stash a secret."

Perez's eyes gleamed with a sense of determination. "We need to start looking into our contacts, Carlos. Find out if anyone has heard or seen anything unusual. We can't let this slide. Our operation's at stake."

As they discussed their plan of action, the weight of their predicament pressed upon them. The prison block, with its intricate power dynamics and treacherous alliances, was a labyrinth of secrets. Finding the truth would be a daunting task, and the Lopez Brothers knew they had to tread carefully.

Carlos finally stopped pacing and turned to his older brother. "Perez, we'll have to act swiftly and decisively. We can't afford to let our reputation be tarnished. Whoever took the goods must pay the price."

Perez nodded, his expression resolute. "Agreed, Carlos. We'll use every resource we have to get to the bottom of this. And when we find out who's responsible, they'll understand the consequences of crossing the Lopez Brothers."

Chao looked up as Carlos and Perez approached, his eyes sharp and observant. "What brings you two here?" he inquired.

Carlos wasted no time and got straight to the point. "Chao, we have something to talk to you about. The goods we brought into the prison have been taken from us."

Chao's eyes widened in genuine surprise. "What? Who would dare to take something from you two?"

Perez's expression was one of frustration and determination. "That's what we've not been able to determine yet, Chao. But regardless, we need to find out who's behind this, and the prison's security can't get wind of our investigation."

Chao leaned in closer, his voice barely above a whisper. "I understand, Perez. If word gets out that you two have lost something, it could attract unwanted attention. We need to handle this discreetly."

Carlos nodded in agreement. "Exactly, Chao. We can't afford any more complications in this place. The missing goods need to be recovered, and the responsible party needs to be dealt with."

Chao's eyes gleamed with a calculating intensity. "I have my contacts within the block. I'll discreetly inquire and see if anyone has heard anything about the missing goods. We'll need to be patient, but we'll get to the bottom of this."

Perez appreciated Chao's willingness to help. "Thank you, Chao. We're not used to being on the other end of a situation like this, and it's unsettling. We need to ensure our operation remains secure."

Chao gave a subtle nod, indicating his understanding. "I'll get to work right away. Rest assured, I'll do everything I can to uncover the truth and protect your interests. Just stay vigilant and be ready for any developments."

Perez and Carlos shared their concerns with Chao, emphasizing that they had seen Liam parading near their block the night before the drugs went missing.

Chao's eyes widened with interest as he processed this new piece of information. "Liam was near your block the night before the drugs disappeared? That's certainly worth considering. It could be more than just a coincidence."

Carlos's voice was tinged with suspicion. "Exactly, Chao. We can't dismiss this. It's possible that Liam was involved in this somehow, and his presence near our block might hold a clue."

Perez's frustration grew as he thought about the implications. "We need to find out what he was doing there, and if he had any involvement in the disappearance of the goods."

Chao nodded, his mind already working on how to incorporate this detail into his discreet inquiries. "I'll make sure to delve into this aspect as well. It's a significant lead that might help us unravel the mystery."