Chapter 54

Outside, lightening struck, but the deep rumble in Enrico's voice was more powerful.

The intensity of those few words caught her in a volcanic hold, her fingers loosening from his collar, her lips trembling as they parted slightly,

"I...don't understand. Is this another trick of yours?"

The Mafia Don swallowed a lump in his throat, forcing his lips open.

"No, I've never played with you, Maren."