Chapter 17: Bad Boys!

Standing on the neighborhood corner, Arslan leaned casually against the wall alongside Ryder, overseeing their operation as it unfolded seamlessly before them.

"Ready for today?" Ryder inquired, turning to Arslan, who responded with a confident nod.

"Yeah, they're talking tough, but it's going to be another victory for me, as usual," Arslan declared with unwavering confidence, earning a playful nudge from Ryder.

"Look at you, all tough and bad. Sometimes I wonder, how did you get this strong?" Ryder playfully teased Arslan, who simply shrugged in response. Their banter was interrupted as they both turned to see Sofia approaching them with purpose.

"What's good, girl? How are we looking?" Ryder inquired as Sofia handed over a bundle of cash. Without missing a beat, Ryder began counting the money as Sofia replied,