Vows Of Deception
“How does it work, then? You throw money around, pull strings, and expect everyone to fall in line?”
I moved closer, deliberately invading her space. She stiffened but didn’t back away. There was fire in her, and I couldn’t help but admire it.
“Money isn’t just about power, Emma,” I said, my voice low. “It’s about leverage. Control. It’s the language everyone understands, whether they admit it or not.”
She laughed bitterly, shaking her head. “You can’t buy everything, Luca.”
“Can’t I?” I challenged, tilting my head. “Tell me, Emma. What do you think I can’t buy?”
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