Chapter 6 - The Traitor's Arrogance
Daniel took one look at Elena cowering in the corner with the child, and a flash of pure, toxic annoyance crossed his face.
He didn't see the faded photograph hidden in Luca’s massive hand. He completely misread the suffocating tension in the room.
"Boss, I apologize," Daniel said smoothly, adjusting his silk tie with an arrogant smirk. "I told this woman to keep her brat out of your private office. I'll have security escort them back to the guest wing immediately."
Daniel took a heavy step toward Elena, his hand reaching out to grab her bruised arm.
He didn't make it a second step.
Luca stood up with blinding, terrifying speed. The mafia boss didn't yell. He didn't pull a weapon. He simply stepped perfectly into Daniel's path, completely blocking the Underboss with his broad, muscular shoulders.
"Don't touch her," Luca whispered. His deep voice vibrated with a dark, demonic promise of violence that instantly froze Daniel in his tracks.
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"Luca, please," Daniel chuckled nervously, trying to maintain his arrogant facade. "She's just a hysterical charity case. I was just trying to handle it for you."
👉 Luca slowly raised his hand, and the photograph he revealed caused Daniel’s entire reality to collapse.
