Chapter 31_ They Are Criminals!

“Contrary to true justice, Matteo, arresting criminals may fall under your duties, but not at the behest of a powerful mafia boss." Kate emphasized, and Matteo nodded in agreement.

"I understand," he replied, running a hand through his hair, "I've been trying to justify it to myself, but the whole situation is so corrupt..." Matteo trailed off, his body stiffening.

"What's wrong?" Kate inquired, but Matteo quieted her as voices could be heard from outside the hall. One was unfamiliar, a gruff voice that Kate didn't recognize. The other...

Outside the hall, Wilson was engaged in a conversation with an elderly man, likely in his late forties.

"I'm glad you had time to see me," Wilson remarked, and Kate recognized his voice immediately, giving Matteo a panicked look.

"That's Wilson!" she exclaimed.

"And the chief. This is not good," Matteo said, sounding worried.

"If he finds us here..." Kate trailed off, unable to even imagine the consequences. Matteo took her hand and led her to the ba