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Defending him

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The moment Maria and Rene took their seats, the tension in the room thickened like an insoffociating smoke. Eyes darted. Chairs shifted. Even the air conditioner’s hum seemed to hold its breath.

With a deep sign, Mr. Rossi stood at the head of the table, his hands resting on the polished mahogany surface. He wore a crisp navy suit, his tie perfect, his expression… smug.

“Now that everyone is here,” he began, clearing his throat with purpose, “there’s something important I’ve been meaning to address.”

Madam Rossi glanced up from her seat beside him. Her expression gave nothing away, but her fingers curled slightly around her crystal glass.

The old man smiled, gaze sweeping the table, lingering just long enough on Rene to make the others shift.

“Kia,” he said, pausing for effect, “has been with the family for some time now. He’s proven himself to be an asset. Efficient. Focused. Calculated. Traits this family used to pride itself on.”

A beat passed. Rene said nothing, his expression as
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