Chapter 25 A Very Slow Death

• Later, as he strode through the hallway of his house, past ornate paintings and luxurious furnishings, he reached the door to Serena's room. The thought of her sent a wave of bitterness through him. She had taken away the only true family he had left—his only blood, whom he had sworn to protect.
• Amidst his burning hatred for Serena was his own self-hatred. He blamed himself for Diego's death. If only he had kept Diego far away from these cartel activities, his brother would still be alive. Even though he had tried his very best to keep Diego away, Diego had been stubborn.
• Without knocking, Adriano pushed the door open, his irritation bubbling to the surface. The sight that greeted him made him freeze.