Chapter 5 - The Mafia Boss Offers Protection To A Desperate Mother
Vincent crouched down until he was at eye level with both Mara and the trembling little girl in her arms.
“She didn't wander, Mrs. Carter,” Vincent said, his voice surprisingly gentle compared to its previous icy tone.
“She came to collect an honest debt that your employer refused to pay for nearly three months.”
Mara stared at the mafia boss in stunned disbelief, unsure of how to process what was happening around her.
Vincent handed the folded notebook paper back to Mara, revealing the purple stars drawn beside the blank-stomach nights.
Mara covered her mouth with her hand, a fresh wave of tears spilling down her pale cheeks.
“You shouldn't have had to skip meals so your daughter could eat, Mara,” Vincent stated firmly.
He stood back up to his full height, turning his piercing gaze back toward the cowering restaurant owner.
“And Sterling is going to learn a very expensive lesson about the cost of stealing from hardworking people in my city.”
Arthur backed away until his spine hit the liquor display, knocking down several bottles of imported whiskey.
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“You can't do this over a waitress's wages!” Arthur screamed in sudden, desperate panic.
“Watch me,” Vincent replied quietly, gesturing to the men flanking the entrance.
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