Mag-log in"To top it all off," Luca continued, "I have to watch my boss, my best friend, make decisions that are objectively bad for him. Because they're what's best for everyone. Do you understand that?"Massimo didn't know what to say. Luckily, it didn't seem like Luca was waiting for a response."I've know
It took about an hour for Luca to arrive at the airport and reconvene with Massimo. The mafia don had gone back to the general entrance area—mostly so that Luca wouldn't need to purchase a ticket to meet up with him. Massimo didn't normally mind airport security protocols, but considering the troubl
"Flight 123 to Los Angeles, California is now boarding all passengers," the agent at the gate announced over the loud speakers. "Again, Flight 123 to Los Angeles, California is now boarding all passengers at gate G12."Elena hurriedly grabbed her suitcase and headed to the gate. Her plane was boardi
Massimo moved to follow after Elena's retreating form, but he was immediately stopped by a security guard."Sir, you need to wait in line—""Not now," Massimo cut him off firmly. He tried to move around the guard, but the man just shifted his position, continuing to block Massimo's path."I need to
"I need help finding Elena," Massimo told them both, keeping the situation vague. They didn't need to know more than that to do their jobs. The second they told him they'd do their best, Massimo hung up.Of course, Massimo would be searching for Elena himself. And he knew the importance of speed in
Elena couldn't believe it. She was in a cab headed straight to the airport. She had debated taking the bus and making a few transfers, but that seemed more than a little impractical with her suitcase.Besides, as her mother pointed out, taking public transportation would take longer. And time wasn't
"I want you to practice using this system," Massimo said. "You're doing this for the next two hours straight—you need to string together a natural conversation within seconds. Otherwise, this won't work."Luca released a silent sigh. His eyes did not hide his displease. "If that's what you want, Don
Massimo ran over to Fabio, using every bit of the old man's training to get there in mere seconds."Massimo," Fabio greeted, "this party is—"The old geezer was grabbed firmly and harshly pulled away from Elena's impending collision. Of course, the old bastard started swearing and kicking up a fuss,
"Mom," Elena said seriously, "what do you mean by that?""I mean that the Ferraro's winter party is going to be dangerous!" Sloane exploded.It was clear from her tone and expression that Sloane was terrified and worked up from being terrified. She fidgeted with her hands. Elena wondered if Sloane a
Leo walked away immediately. Though his words promised retaliation and revenge, Elena doubted he would do anything drastic tonight. The best opportunities to drag the Ferraro family's reputation down had come and gone already.All that was left was the countdown to the new year.It was already midni







