Lana “We’ll see about that, princess.”The elevator doors slide open with a soft chime. My foot slips as I step out, balance tipping for half a breath, but a strong arm is already there. It wraps around my waist and holds me firm, steadying me like it’s second nature. He doesn’t let go. Not as we walk, not as the air cools, not until the parking garage opens up around us.The doors slide apart again, and Ricardo is standing there, exactly where he always seems to be.Does he live down here? The man looks permanent, like part of the structure. Concrete, steel, and him.“Signor Vance.” He gives Dominic a respectful nod, then turns his attention to me. The smile he offers is tight, polite, careful.“Is everything ready the way I asked?” Dominic says, his voice calm and flat.“Yes, signore.” Ricardo steps aside without another word.The motorcycle is impossible to miss. A bright red Ducati, polished to a shine, waiting like it knows it’s about to be used. Two helmets sit on the seat, pl
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