Laura frowned deeply, irritation flashing across her beautiful features. She hated the way Sofia kept taking Enzo's side. It wasn't enough that the man had embarrassed her over and over again tonight; now one of the most influential women in the Territory was openly paying attention to him.It made no sense.Everyone should hate him just as much as she did.And even if someone wanted to be charitable to that useless man, why did it have to be Sofia Hernandez of all people?The woman was beautiful, wealthy, powerful, and admired by countless men. Why would someone like her waste her time on a nobody like Enzo?Beside her, Luca's expression darkened, his fists clenched unconsciously.Over the years, he had tried several times to ask Sofia out. Every single attempt had ended in polite rejection. The same fate had met countless other wealthy young masters and successful businessmen. Sofia Hernandez had never shown interest in anyone.Yet here she was.Not only was she talking to Enzo, but

Enzo followed Sofia down the corridor in silence.The waiter hurried ahead of them, his shoulders tense with every step. Around them, diners turned their heads to watch.Whispers spread from table to table as they passed by, a lot recognized Sofia Hernandez, others were simply curious about the commotion.But Enzo paid none of them any attention, his eyes remained fixed on Sofia's back.The woman was genuinely angry.Not for herself.Not for her reputation.But because someone had insulted the De Luca name.A name she had no connection to.A name most people would have laughed at.Yet she had marched straight to the manager's office as though defending a personal friend.The more Enzo thought about it, the stranger it seemed.Soon they reached the office door.The waiter lifted his hand, preparing to knock but before he could, Enzo casually reached past him and twisted the handle.The door swung open.The waiter froze.Sofia blinked in surprise.Enzo simply walked inside as though he