Chapter 76 : The Scent of Betrayal

The first thing Fabio noticed when he stepped into his office was the smell of fresh coffee—rich, dark, and inviting. It was a small comfort, one he normally would have welcomed after the chaos of the night. But today, that scent only heightened his anxiety.

He paused, his hand hovering over the steaming mug on his desk. It was out of place, like an offering from a ghost. He hadn't ordered any coffee. He hadn’t even told anyone he was coming to the office. So who had?

Every instinct in his body screamed at him to turn back, to leave this room before it was too late. But Fabio was a man who faced his demons head-on, and this was no different. He slowly picked up the cup, feeling the warmth seeping through the porcelain into his hand.

He brought the cup closer to his face, but before he could take a sip, a sudden movement caught his eye.

In the reflection of the window, he saw it—a shadow, just barely distinguishable against the dim morning light. Someone was here, lurking just out o