Chapter 2 - The Innocent Whisper
Vivian’s smug expression froze. She slowly lowered her hand, her eyes widening in utter disbelief as she looked at her powerful fiancé.
"Alessandro?" Vivian gasped, her voice trembling slightly. "She’s just a servant who spilled wine on my dress! You can't be serious!"
Alessandro ignored Vivian completely. He walked slowly across the polished marble floor, his eyes fixed on the tiny three-year-old standing bravely before him.
He crouched down, his dark suit fabric straining slightly as he met little Emma at eye level.
The terrifying reputation that made cartel leaders bow meant nothing in this moment. His eyes softened with a strange, unspoken gentleness as he looked into the little girl's tear-filled eyes.
Emma squeezed her blue stuffed rabbit tightly against her heart, her small shoulders shaking.
"Mr. Bunny says you look sad," Emma whispered innocently, looking up at the feared mafia boss with complete trust.
Mrs. Bennett stepped forward, holding her throbbing cheek as tears trickled down her face. "Sir... please don't be angry with her. She was only trying to protect me..."
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Alessandro raised a single finger, silencing the room without taking his eyes off Emma.
👉 What was hidden beneath the ear of the worn blue stuffed rabbit?
