Chapter 10
Charlotte remained silent, her gaze unwavering. She had seen enough to understand the dangerous game she was now a part of, the price of silence, and the potential consequences of speaking out.
Her earlier comfort was now replaced by fear. She tried to keep her face as passive as possible. She couldn’t a pawn in her grandfather’s cruel, sick and deadly game for power.
She would play on her own terms and beat the old coot at his own game.
Alessandro watched her, he leaned back in his chair, a slow, predatory smile spreading across his lips. "Good." he said, his voice a low growl.
"Tell me why you’re here Charlotte Costa?” He watched her every move.
“I need your help...” she kept her voice even.
He smiled. “And why the hell would I help a Costa?” he asks. “Loyalty is va
