That night, the port partner hosted dinner.Bella was there at first.After too much wine, the partner let his hand brush over hers.Bella's eyes reddened immediately, and she stepped behind Moretti.Moretti's expression cooled, but he did not start a war at the table.He only called me over."Iris, you take the second half."I looked at him."If she can't handle it, I can?"Moretti frowned."I'll have men posted outside.""Half an hour. I'll come back for you."He sounded serious.But I thought of the night before, when he had also promised to come back soon.Once the private room emptied, the partner finally dropped the act."Moretti really does trust you, Miss Underboss."He poured me a drink.The rim of the glass clicked against the table.I did not touch it.Still, a few minutes later, my head began to sink.There was a faint sweetness in the air.I stood at once.He blocked the door, his smile filthy and open."Why pretend to be sober?""Your Don left you here. We both know what
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