from biting my tongue. Damn my father for bringing her up. “As my son, and the future leader of this syndicate, it’s imperative that you prove your loyalty. Not only to me, but to all the families within our organization.” “I’ve been nothing but loyal,” I bite out between my teeth. My father nods, but a question of uncertainty remains in his eyes. He slides the sheet of paper across the desktop and meets my stare, daring me to look away. “Colm Donnelly and I have come to an agreement. The contract is signed. In order to solidify an alliance between our families, you will marry his
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