YEARS LATER...
Ellis Barker fixed her gaze on Angelo Messina, awaiting a response that seemed to linger in the air, stirring the atmosphere with palpable tension. Her tone was imbued with a cautious intensity as she once again questioned Messina about his betrayal on the night of Jason Barker's murder.
The Commission leader averted his gaze for a moment, as if lost in disturbing memories, before turning back to Ellis with a cold yet meaningful expression.
“It's not about betrayal, Ellis,” Messina said, his seriousness resonating in his voice. “It's about choosing the less harmful path.”
Ellis frowned, her eyes narrowing in suspicion. “And how did this 'lesser harmful' choice lead to Jason's murder?”
Messina approached slowly, choosing his words carefully. “Jason was just collateral da
