Chapter 92: Lion’s Den

In a fit of rage, Cyrus paced the room like a caged beast, his fury palpable as he listened to the quiet whispers of Celine and Ermanno through the bugged necklace he'd gifted her. But Ermanno's discovery and destruction of the listening device had left Cyrus seething.

"Those damn bastards," he spat, his eyes burning with hatred. "We need to move quickly."

Cyrus's jaw tightened, his eyes cold and determined as he plotted his next move. "Get our men ready. We're going to attack their villa in the mountains. That's where they are hiding," he ordered, his voice hard as steel.

The scarred man left to carry out his instructions, leaving Cyrus alone with his twisted thoughts. "I'm coming for you, Celine," he growled, his voice low and menacing. "You will pay for your betrayal, and victory will be mine."

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Celine's steps were swift but hesitant, her mind racing with a jumble of thoughts. "Where are you taking me?" she asked, her voice tremulous as she packed her belongings under Ermanno's wa