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Chapter 151: storming the stronghold

Storming the Stronghold

Lawrence

"James, let's talk straight," I said, the words bitter on my tongue. He raised an eyebrow, leaning casually against the paneled wall in a way that sparked boyhood resentments. I pushed them down, focusing on why I asked my estranged half-brother here.

"Stella's stepfather concerns me. My contacts whisper he's wrapped up with dangerous men." I watched James closely, seeking any glimmer of recognition. But his face remained impassive.

I clenched my jaw. The tauntings and privileges flashing through memory threatened to rupture fragile self-control. Breathing deep, I caught faint traces of Stella's jasmine perfume clinging to my shirt. Her serene face swam before me, a cooling balm against turmoil.

"Please, there are things I must know to protect our girl." The gruff words came harder than expected. "Rumors connect Carlo to powerful mafia families here and abroad."

At this, a reaction - James shifted subtly, fingers flexing before resuming casual postur
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