Dane's POV
After hearing Lucas's confession, my whole body turns cold.
For a moment, I can't breathe — as if the weight of every word he spoke has carved itself into my ribs. That bastard Alexander… I thought I understood the depth of his cruelty, but I was wrong. He's filth in human skin — and I swear, I'll make him choke on his own sins.
Lucas's eyes are red, trembling, his voice breaking as he whispers, "He said if I tell anyone — especially Mr. Daniel — he'll kill my sister."
Something snaps inside me. "Take me to him."
Lucas blinks, horrified. "What?"
"You heard me. Take me to him. We'll get your sister back."
He shakes his head quickly. "No, Mr. Dane, you don't understand. He's dangerous—"
I step closer, my voice low. "Lucas, believe me. I know how to deal with men like him."
His eyes waver, then finally—he nods.
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The hotel reeks of money and sin.
