Shadow Of Vengeance

versations, their faces concealed behind elegant masks. Despite the anonymity, guests recognized each other

commanded attention. Sophie's gaze focused on a man whose well-tailored suit bore the distinct initial "F" embroidered on the pocke

him, both wearing masks to conceal their identities. They made their way towar

Fabrizio greeted, his voice tinged

s face. "If it isn't Fabrizio Gustavo," Ernesto replied warm

with camaraderie and laughter. Their masks hid the expressions on their faces,

ase. His eyes roamed the room, scanning the masked faces, searching for any hint of familiarity or danger. It was then th

cts told him there was something different about her, s

bringing him back to the present. "You remember my son, A

Ernesto. "It's nice to see you again, Mr. Ernesto," h

with a mix of curiosity and familiarity. "Likewise, Alexander,"

music and laughter. Sophie carefully observed the movements of the guests, her eyes fixed on Fabrizio G

ended up as Fabrizio's partner. The tension simmered beneath her calm facade as they moved in synchrony, their bodies gracefully gliding across

rom Fabrizio, blending back into the crowd as if nothing had happened. She knew that pati

d he struggled to maintain his composure. Fernando had already left on an assignment, leaving Alexander to fe

utside," one of the men offere

tly, she followed them, ensuring she remained unnoticed. Outside the hall, Alexander's condition

ern evident in her voice. "Gentlemen,

ake care of him," one of the men dismissed her,

phie insisted, "I'm a medical doctor. Please l

. "Young lady, I'd advise you to stay out of t

rby. "I only want to confirm if he's okay. That's all. Please let

ng tension. He approached the group, his authoritative presence demanding

th urgency. "This man fell unconscious, and I just want to conf

ace. As Sophie examined Alexander, her medical expertise quickly detected that something m

d the men, her voice filled with concern. "We should ta

had been thwarted by the unexpected intervention of a stranger. The thought of faci

e room, adorned with opulent furnishings, offered a temporary sanctuary away from prying eyes

ophie turned to face them. "Do you know who drugged him?" sh

e consequences, both for themselves and for their boss. Finally, one of them spoke, his voice filled wit

hening. "And who gave you those orders?" sh

of retribution. After a moment of tense silence, one of them relented, his voice ba

a steely resolve. "Now, leave us. I will take care of Alexander,

kly retreated from the room. Sophie closed the door behind them, her