Natalie was shocked as she watched the Family remain calm after Javier's interference. Even Pa, who she had assumed to be the elder, stayed quiet. Olivia kept shooting her a murderous glare, but she just rolled her eyes in response.

The whole Family was stunned into silence, knowing better than to get involved in Javier's business.

Carlo knelt down without further argument, seething quietly.

"Do you remember what I told you when Olivia first came into this house?" Javier asked, trying to jog Carlo's memory.

Carlo sighed. "But I love her," he replied, disregarding Javier's question.

Javier was taken aback by Carlo's confession, and a sad smile crept onto his...