The Heist of Hearts
“That’s not right. You promised—”
Lorenzo’s gaze cut to him, cool and impassive, silencing the objection with a single look. “Next year, Nico.”
Nico’s fists tightened, the whites of his knuckles showing as he held his ground, fury sparking in his eyes. He held Lorenzo’s stare, his voice low and edged with a barely controlled bitterness. “Careful, Lorenzo.” The words were soft, almost a murmur, but there was no mistaking the darkness behind them. He didn’t wait for a response, only cast Elena a last, lingering look before he turned sharply and strode out, the heavy door slamming behind him.
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