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The official decree
The failed dinner marked the end of an exhausting evening.After exchanging a few words outside the restaurant, everyone went their separate ways.Sofia offered to drive Enzo back but he declined with a polite smile. "I'll manage."She studied him for a moment before nodding. "If we meet again, I hope it'll be under better circumstances.""I'm sure it will."With that, she got into her car and drove away.Luca, on the other hand, naturally offered to take Laura home.She accepted immediately, throwing Enzo one last look filled with disdain before climbing into the luxury sedan.No one even bothered asking how Enzo intended to get back.He simply slipped his hands into his pockets and disappeared into the evening crowd.---The following day passed surprisingly quietly.Or at least...As quietly as it could in a household where Laura existed.She barely acknowledged Enzo's presence throughout the morning, and he had no desire to force a conversation with someone who clearly wished had
The hidden dish
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
Heaven's Taste
When they arrived at Heaven's Taste, a hostess immediately escorted them to a private dining room on the upper floor.Crystal chandeliers hung from the ceiling, casting a warm golden glow over the elegant space. The walls were decorated with rare paintings, while floor-to-ceiling windows overlooked the sparkling city lights.Even Laura couldn't help but feel impressed.As they approached the table, she deliberately slowed her pace. A moment later, a smile appeared on her face.Just as she expected, Sofia pulled out the chair beside Luca and sat down.That left the remaining seat beside Enzo for her, Laura nearly laughed out loud. So much for Sofia being interested in Enzo.The woman clearly knew where she belonged.Taking her seat, Laura crossed her legs elegantly. "I thought you wanted to talk to Enzo?" she asked sweetly.Sofia glanced up. "I do.""Then why sit over there?"Sofia smiled. "I simply felt this arrangement was more appropriate." Her gaze drifted toward Laura and Enzo. "A
Jealousy
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
Lucky Bastard
And people like Luca always loved lecturing. “He’s a lucky bastard,” he said immediately, as if he had rehearsed this opinion many times in his head. “Someone who sits on a throne that’s been passed down for generations without doing anything for it.” He spread his hands slightly, gaining momentum now. “If you think about it, he never had to work for anything in his life. And yet he’s one of the richest men in the world.” A few people in the crowd nodded. Not because they fully agreed. But because it felt safe to agree. “And the worst part,” Luca added, his voice rising with growing frustration that sounded suspiciously like envy, “he’s younger than me too.” That detail mattered more to him than he wanted to admit. “You’re right,” someone in the crowd quickly echoed. Another voice followed. “Yeah, he probably never worked a day in his life.” And just like that, agreement spread. Because it was easier. Much easier. To convince themselves that someone else’
And Do You?
His knuckles were damaged, possibly fractured and it had already started to swell. His fingers trembled uncontrollably. A strange silence spread through the crowd, nobody knew how to react any longer. It was obvious that this was no longer a normal fight, it had become a one sided beat up. Sofia Hernandez narrowed her eyes slightly from her position near the arena. She wasn't surprised or shocked, just… observant. Almost like she was confirming what she had suspected before. Laura, on the other hand, had lost all her confidence. Her expression kept changing like a slideshow. Confusion had crept in first. Then discomfort. Then something close to unease. Because Luca was not supposed to lose. Not so easily. Whispers began spreading through the crowd like wildfire. “...what's going on?” “He must be cheating somehow…” “Yeah, there’s no way that’s legit…” “He must’ve trained in something illegal.” “That explains it.” The more dominant Enzo became, the more the crowd r
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