Chapter 35 My First Kill

• I followed Mario into a dimly lit room deep within the warehouse, my guards forced to remain outside. I had relinquished my gun, but my hidden knife provided a sense of security.
• Mario's eyes gleamed with amusement as he leaned against a crate. "So, what do you want to discuss, Princess?" He reached out to stroke my cheek, but I jerked away, avoiding further contact.
• "I'm Albert Romano's wife, Mrs. Romano," I declared, my voice icy. Mario's smile faltered for an instant before he regained his composure.