His Savior Was Never My Sister
Castellanos were proud.
He entered the Castellano mansion through the kitchen entrance, as was his habit. The place felt different, though. A nervous energy vibrated in the air. He moved towards the main hall, intending to leave the box with a maid, when raised voices stopped him cold. Isabella’s, shrill with fury, and Don Antonio’s, a low, dangerous rumble.
“—just let her walk away! She’s a liability now, Father! She knows things!”
“She knows nothing concrete. And she served her purpose. The deal with Moretti is sealed. The shipment routes are ours. Her… cooperation was the price.”