Chapter 5 - Security Drags The Liar Away
“Take her out of my sight,” Luca commanded without looking up from the open silver box.
The two massive security guards grabbed Vanessa by her arms before she could take another step toward the exit.
“Let me go! Luca, you can’t do this to me! My family will destroy you!” she shrieked as they dragged her across the room.
The heavy crystal chandelier seemed to vibrate with the sheer fury of her desperate, echoing screams.
The guests stared straight down at their plates, too terrified to move a single muscle or utter a single word.
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Within seconds, the oak doors slammed shut, cutting off Vanessa’s frantic protests and plunging the room back into silence.
Luca finally raised his head, turning his dark gaze slowly across the table until his eyes locked directly onto mine.
