The room grew even more silent, not out of shock, but out of disciplined fear. None of the men were surprised by Rafael’s order. They simply knew better than to hesitate, lest they be next.
“I said, hang him,” Rafael repeated, his voice cold and thunderous.
Without a word, Viktor and Mason sprang into action. They grabbed the man by both arms, dragging him toward the center of the room where the hanging rig had long since been installed for moments exactly like this, no one dared look away.
“Please, please!” the man begged, his voice cracking with desperation as he kicked and struggled. “Boss, have mercy! Just once!”
Rafael didn’t flinch. His expression remained silent.
The rope was pulled tight around the man’s neck. Mason stepped back and Viktor gave a single nod.
The man thrashed
