Dante POV
I nod, my decision made. “Alright, I’ll give you a chance. You can work as a dancer for now, on the platforms away from the men, until you’re more comfortable.”
Her head shakes in protest. “That’s the least-paying position!” she argues.
“It’s the safest option for you right now,” I reply firmly. “Until we know how you handle being around men in this environment, that’s where you’ll stay. When you’re ready for more, we can talk about other roles. But for now, it’s that or nothing.”
Ella hesitates, clearly torn, but she doesn’t have many options. “We also have an apartment complex for the women who work here,” I continue. “You can have one of the apartments rent-free until you get back on your feet. Some of my crew stays there too, keeping an eye on things and making sure the w
