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WHISPERS OF RUIN

By the time Evangeline landed in Milan, the stakes were higher than ever.

Luca Ferrara was known for two things—his unpredictability and his love of power plays.

She arrived at his lavish estate, flanked by Nate and Lena, only to be greeted by a man with a lazy smile and dangerous eyes.

"Ah, the infamous Evangeline Sinclair." Luca kissed her hand, lingering just a second too long. "To what do I owe the pleasure?"

Evangeline met his gaze evenly. "I hear you like bold business proposals."

Luca chuckled. "And I hear you like making enemies with Killian Thorne."

Her smile didn't waver. "Then we have something in common."

Luca studied her, amusement flickering in his dark eyes. "Tell me, why should I risk Thorne's wrath for you?"

Evangeline leaned forward slightly, voice smooth as silk.

"Because when I win this war, Luca, you'll be on the right side of history."

Then, slowly, Luca's smirk widened.

"I like you, Sinclair." He raised his glass. "Let's talk business."