The notorious mafia boss brought his mute daughter to a quiet diner. She had never spoken a single word in her life-until she pointed a trembling finger at the tired waitress and whispered, “Mom.” The boss froze, his cup shattering on the floor. He slowly stood up, locked eyes with the woman, and growled…

the room instantly ceased.

The doorknob began to turn.

Chapter 3: The Shadow of Zurich

I didn’t think; I moved. Panic, raw and metallic-tasting, flooded my mouth. I sprinted down the darkened corridor, my bare feet slapping against the cold marble. I heard the playroom door yank open behind me, followed by Lorenzo’s sharp curse.

“Find her,” he barked into continue reading …