Justified Retribution

By Nicky Testaforte

Come along for a gripping tale of resilience, redemption, and revenge in "Justified Retribution." Alicia Rogers, a determined pre-law student, faces a life-altering ordeal when she becomes the victim of unspeakable abuse by four privileged jocks at a college mixer. But her journey is far from over.

 

As Alicia Rogers seeks justice and her special form of redemption, she embarks on a remarkable transformation. Fueled by her unwavering determination, she delves into the worlds of law and martial arts, ultimately forging her path to success by opening her own law firm.

 

Not only have her tormentors shattered her life, they also abducted her adopted son. Now, armed with her newfound legal prowess and martial arts skills, Alicia is ready to exact the retribution she's longed for. She'll stop at nothing to ensure her son's safety and to make her tormentors pay for what they did.

 

Alicia Rogers unleashes a relentless pursuit of vengeance, saving her most brutal retribution for the alpha male ringleader. With each page, the tension escalates, and the boundaries between right and wrong blur as Alicia navigates the complex web of justice and morality.

 

Prepare to be riveted by this thrilling tale of a woman's journey from victim to victor, where justice takes on a whole new meaning. "Justified Retribution" is a story of empowerment, determination, and the lengths one will go to protect the ones they love. Will Alicia's quest for retribution bring closure and healing or plunge her deeper into darkness?

 

Find out in this pulse-pounding novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Testaforte Books
• Release date: Jan 21, 2024
• ISBN: 9798224494200

Book preview

Chapter one

Four College Girls are walking across an expansive quad, books in hand, animated in conversation.

You guys have internships lined up yet?

Not yet, but I'm working on it.

I interviewed with a firm in the city that specializes in wrongful death cases. Seems promising so far.

That's cool Ali, good luck

Cute jock handing out flyers. Approaching two o'clock.

Looks like he's aiming for us.

Good afternoon ladies. Alpha Delta Theta is having a mixer tonight. We'd love to have you there.

After passing out the flyers, the jock walks off and hits up another group.

Looks like we have someplace to go tonight ladies.

I could sure use a few drinks and some fun after the week I've had.

***

A popular frat party is well underway with music and booze flowing freely. Type A jocks Ed Fox and Rocky White survey the crowd.

So Fox, which one you wanna grab tonight?

I kinda like the redhead over by the fireplace, but the blond next to her looks like our prize tonight.

Mmm, tastes good to me.

Glad you agree Rock. Tell the boys I’m going in for the kill. I’ll see you upstairs shortly.

As Fox makes his way through the crowd of people, most are drunk; the rest, are well on the way. He heads straight for Alicia Rogers, never taking his eyes off her.

Hi, my name’s Fox, welcome to Alpha House.

Hello Fox, pleasure to meet you.

Ah, the pleasure will be all mine.

Oh really?

I guarantee it. Can I get you a drink?

Rum and coke or a screwdriver. Your choice Fox.

I choose, very interesting. Well, wait right here, and don’t let anyone take my place.

With a Cheshire cat smile on his face, Fox walks over to the bar, fixes her drink making sure to thoroughly mix the ingredients.

Cutting through the crowd, he's back at the fireplace.

Here you go, my best rum and coke.

Thank you, Fox.

How bout someplace a little quieter where we can talk?

I should tell my friends we’re leaving.

They all look a little busy right now, plus we’re not going far. Come with me.

Fox takes Alicia by the hand and leads her up to the top of the stairway. They sit there taking in the party below them.

At least it's quieter up here. Hey, I just realized, you know my name, but I don't know yours.

Alicia Rogers. My close friends call me Ali.

What's your major Ali?

"Pre-Law. And you’re not one of my close friends yet Fox. So slow down.

Oh, please excuse me Alicia.

That's better.

How's your drink?

Fine, thank you.

Well let's toast to the start of a new friendship.

They raise glasses and each one takes a long drink. Alicia's eyes flutter as she begins to feel the effects of the roofies Fox put in her drink.

Hey, are you OK?

I'm feeling a little lightheaded.

Let me take you to my room where you can lie down for a while.

Alicia slumps over unconscious; Fox throws her over his shoulder and carries her to his room.

The bedroom door opens and inside are Paul Avery, Rick Taylor, and Rocky White each dressed in shorts and college football shirts leaning against a lowered pommel horse with its handles removed. Fox walks in, takes Alicia off his shoulder, and lays her over the pommel horse. The door is kicked closed.

Carla Tobey is walking through the downstairs crowd searching for Alicia. She goes halfway upstairs, but a group of drunks from the party block her way. She heads back down and decides to check outside. Walking the grounds, Carla checks around the house and then heads back inside. As she heads back inside, she sees that the drunks on the stairs have left.

Carla heads upstairs and is passed by Avery, Taylor, White, and Fox as they are coming downstairs.

Your friend is upstairs; she might need some help walking home tonight, Fox says.

The four men laugh. The Fox says loudly:

We are the..

And all four chime in:

Four Horsemen. Hoo-Rah!

They high-five each other and head outside.

Chapter two

Alicia is walking across the school grounds, books held close to her chest, head down, depressed. Carla Tobey sees her and approaches diagonally.

Ali! Carla yells.

Alicia is startled at first, but sees Carla and manages a brief smile.

Hey. Alicia mutters.

Are you sure you're ready to come back to class so early?

I have to. Sitting home makes me crazy. I'm not sure I'm ready, but I have to move on.

I really think you should report them Ali. Sorry, I can't stay and talk I have to run off to class. Call me if you need anything.

Then go. I wouldn't want you to be late.

Carla runs off and Alicia closes up again as she heads toward class.

Alicia is walking down the hall, lost in thought when she notices a guy a few feet in front of her looking straight at her.

Hi, are you new here? I haven't seen you around before.

Alicia tries to avoid him by walking around him.

Hey, I just asked you a question.

Leave me alone.

All I was trying to do was invite you to a party tonight. And you act like I was going to attack you.

Ali begins to cry as she runs away and