Errand Boy [Slow-Burn, Youth Adventure, Drama, Found Family]

Among streets ruled by hunger and fear, hope comes from the most unexpected hands: a child’s. Thirteen-year-old Alex is torn from his quiet village by his uncle—Dominick, a feared mob enforcer known as the Undertaker. To protect his parents, Alex is thrown into Portenzo City: a ruthless place where corruption, violence, and power rule. As he stumbles through the underworld, the boy meets other kids like him: Dante, his partner in crime; Noor, a violinist with secrets; and the Wolves, a street gang who fight for each other because no one else will. How long before survival demands he lets his innocence go? This is a slow-burn, psychological coming-of-age story about identity, loyalty, and survival—where fists, wit, and found family mean the difference between life and death. ✨ What to Expect: ✅ Story is finished—Just needs polishing on the initial drafts🧒 Young kids as the heart of the story💔 Themes of tragedy, poverty, child labor, and life in crime-ridden, corrupt cities🤝 Found family, deep bonds, bromance, brotherhood, and sweet children romance⏳ Slow-burn, character-driven storytelling with mystery and plot twists and flashbacks to explore each character's past🥊 Martial arts, gritty fights, and street gang clashes💼 Politics and strategic games ❌ What NOT to Expect:❌ A power‑fantasy❌ Over-the-top nonstop action❌ Purely Mafia-focused plot❌ Magic or supernatural elements❌ An edgy or morally detached protagonist Inspirations: World Masterpiece Theater Chapters word count: 2k-4k Discord link: https://discord.gg/jYudUp6hYF If you are reading this on any website other than Royal Road, you are reading a pirated version. Please come to RoyalRoad. It's 100% free, doesn't require an account. © 2025 joefl70. All rights reserved.