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CHAPTER 12

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CHAPTER 12

Ariella

Despite my deep-seated terror, I was unable to display it when the demon appeared at the door. I exited the vehicle as Luis opened the door and his security carried my bag inside. He was quite agitated about something.

He told his sister, "Annie, go to your room," while I pondered what might come next. I stood there watching as he walked closer. "Are you aware that you are late?" he inquired, his tone composed despite the heated expression on his face.

“No, but —"

“Yes or damn no?" he cut me off.

“Look here, Mr. Deluca, I understand that you're a Mafia and have rules, but I…I just want to leave my life and be free from all this misery,” I said not caring what would happen next.

"What makes you think that what is mine can decide to leave its way?” he asked, staring deep into my eyes.

"I have rights, and I will not stay here forever," I stated confidently.

"Ms. Lawyer, you can reserve your confidence for later and go freshen up, OK,? I have business to attend to,"
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