Clairessa’s POV
Daniel stepped back, startled. But before he could react, Gabriel lunged at him.
His fist collided with Daniel’s face, sending him stumbling back. The impact echoed through the room.
Gabriel’s chest rose and fell, his breath ragged, his knuckles flexing as if itching for another hit. “That’s what I should have done years ago,” he spat, his voice filled with pure rage.
Daniel regained his stance and wiped the blood from his lip, his own fury igniting like gasoline to a flame. “Why didn’t you?” he shot back, his stance shifting, daring him.
“Guys—” Sergio shoved between them, placing a firm hand on Daniel’s chest. “Not here. This is the wrong place and time.”
Gabriel's entire body vibrated with anger. After a long, tense pause, he finally spoke.
"I’ll leave
