THE BASTARD SON OF THE VIKINGS
Some whispered, “They are untouchable. None survive their wrath.”
Vanguard’s gaze swept the hall. “Tonight you learn obedience. Tomorrow, loyalty will be demanded. Fail us, and you fail Palermo itself.”
Enzo muttered under his breath, shaking his head. “This is chaos.”
Lucia’s voice was cold. “This is power.”
From the corner of the room, a shadow shifted. A blade flew from the darkness, aimed at Vanguard’s back. Reflexively, he twisted, deflecting the weapon with a flash. The man who had thrown it staggered, mouth open in shock. Vanguard’s blade met his chest, and he collapsed, lifeless.
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