Vengeful Vows
Blood trickled from the corner of his mouth, and he nearly collapsed to the floor.
I crouched before him, grabbing his jaw with an iron grip.
"By tomorrow," I said softly, almost calmly, "you will withdraw your name from the project and stay away from my sister. Otherwise, I will ruin your career."
My grip tightened. "Am I clear?"
"T-This isn't fair!" the man stammered, tears forming in his eyes. "Please, have mercy! I have a family to take care of. This project means everything to me."