Chapter 9 - Absolute Loyalty
Roman stepped over the writhing intruder, his suit spotless, his expression carved out of absolute ice. He walked past Meera and knelt down beside the filing cabinet where Evan was curled into a tight ball, trembling.
"You're safe, Evan," Roman said softly, his voice cutting through the ringing silence of the room. "Nobody is ever going to hurt you here. I promise you that."
Evan looked up, his big eyes reflecting the harsh overhead light. "You heard them coming too?"
Roman smiled faintly, placing a warm hand on the boy's shoulder. "No, Evan. But I have people whose job is to listen for things like that. And I have you to remind me to pay attention."
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Roman stood up and looked at Viktor. "Take him downstairs. Dig deep into every financial account, every phone record, and every connection tied to Marcus Vance. I want his entire operation dismantled by sunrise."
"Consider it done, Boss," Viktor said, hauling the captured assassin to his feet and dragging him out of the room.
