The DON's Princess
she said, her voice faltering slightly.
Victor’s gaze flicked briefly to Sophia, who was now watching with suspicion. He could almost hear the questions forming in her mind
Desperate to answer any question Sophia could be thinking, Victor added, “You must be talking about my boss. I’m his bodyguard—William.” His voice was steady, but inside, he was scrambling.
The governor, catching on, quickly stepped in to reinforce the lie. “Yes, Marie, this is Mr. Falcone’s assistant, William,” he said, though his lie was far less convincing than Victor’s.