Chapter 42: Negotiations Part 1

"Think about it," Maya began. She kept the smirk painted along her lips while she spoke. "If we were to take out Angelo, this entire territory would be without a Chief. And if Kade put you in that position, you could use the resources to further your business and networks."

"And what makes you so sure Angelo didn't offer me a better business plan?" Valentino questioned. He seemed unmoved by her idea.

"Well, you're not his Second, are you? And he left you here by yourself to deal with us. That says to me that you're disposable," Maya replied and waved her hand away to emphasize he could be thrown away.

"I made the choice to stay behind," Valentino countered.