~ELENA~

“Open the door,” Vincenzo commands. It isn't directed to anyone in particular, but Riccardo walks towards the door.

He opens the door, and I see that Vincenzo is right.

One of Lorenzo’s men stands there….Marco, the tall one with the scar across his jaw. But this time, he looks… pale. His hands tremble slightly as he removes his cap.

Riccardo’s voice is low, sharp.

“What is it? Where are you here so early in the morning? Is Father aware of the fact that you're here?”

“Yes. I was sent by the boss,” he says, voice cold.

I stand, staring curiously at the man in black who is still standing...