SIMONE'S POV
"I put two bullets in his chest when he tried to kill Nicholas."
The words were delivered without emotion, but I saw the tightness around Carlos's eyes. Betrayal from within their own ranks.
"How long had Matteo been with you?"
"Seven years." Seven years of loyalty ended in blood and treachery.
"Who else knew Nicholas would investigate personally?"
Carlos's jaw tightened. "That's not your concern."
"Like hell it isn't. Someone used inside information to set up an ambush. Someone who-"
"Someone who what? Wanted Nicholas dead? Do you have any idea how many people would benefit from his death?" Carlos stepped closer, his voice dropping. "Including members of your own family."
"My uncles didn't-"
"Your uncles sold you to him. You think they wouldn't
