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Chapter 2 – Shadows in the East WingThe atmosphere inside the Moretti estate shifted the moment Lorenzo stepped across the threshold. The air felt heavier, charged with the dangerous authority of a man who ruled the city’s underworld from the shadows. His dark eyes swept across the line of bowing servants, pausing for a fraction of a second on Nora’s pale, exhausted face before he turned toward his private study.
Chapter 3 – The DiscoveryLorenzo walked down the quiet corridor of the east wing, his heavy boots making no sound against the thick Persian rugs. Marco followed two steps behind, his hand resting casually near his holstered firearm.
Chapter 4 – The ConfrontationThe master study was dimly lit, illuminated only by the roaring green-and-orange flames in the fireplace. Lorenzo sat behind his desk, resting his chin on his steepled fingers. Marco stood by the door, a silent shadow waiting for orders.
Chapter 5 – A Change of FateThe morning sun broke over the upstate cliffs, reflecting off three feet of fresh, brilliant white snow. The blizzard had passed, leaving behind a crisp, freezing silence.
Chapter 6 – The Unseen ShadowThe news of Nora’s sudden elevation from a low-level maid to an honored guest of the Moretti family sent shockwaves through the estate staff. The same servants who had mocked her, passed off their heaviest chores to her, and laughed at her pregnancy now bowed their heads nervously whenever she walked down the hall.
Chapter 7 – Venom in the BloodThe tension in the room was so thick it felt suffocating. Victor slowly raised his hands, a mocking smile playing on his lips, though a glint of fear flickered in his eyes.
