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00:06:07Loud and clear
00:09:40in that case
00:09:41go home and tell your father to call off the wedding
00:09:44and the reason
00:09:46I don't want you
00:09:47My father told me that Luca's father Antonio Moreno
00:09:50Had pulled every string he could to make this engagement happen
00:09:53If he ever learned it all blew up because of Luca
00:09:56I'd pay to see the look on his face
00:09:58That thought eased my irritation
00:10:00I couldn't be bothered arguing with this pack of idiots anymore
00:10:03So I turned to leave
00:10:05But Sofia wasn't done
00:10:06She came stomping toward me in her stilettos
00:10:09Like a hyena that had caught the scent of blood
00:10:11With two bodyguards following closely behind her
00:10:13The black pistols peeking from their holsters
00:10:16Were enough to freeze the room
00:10:18You bitch!
00:10:19You think you can just walk away?
00:10:21You snatched my ring and laid hands on me?
00:10:24We're not done!
00:10:25I gave her a cold look
00:10:26So what exactly do you want to do?
00:10:28She mistook my patience for fear
00:10:30Her hand snapped up toward my face
00:10:33I'll hit you until I feel better!
00:10:37Before her palm could land
00:10:38I caught her wrist, twisted
00:10:40And slapped her across the face with my other hand
00:10:42Sofia clutched her cheek, staring at me in disbelief
00:10:45You lowlife!
00:10:47How dare you!
00:10:49Why wouldn't I?
00:10:50I cut her off, slapping her other cheek just as hard
00:10:52Is this enough for you?
00:10:54The two slaps knocked the arrogance right off her face
00:10:57Tears sprang to her eyes as she stumbled back
00:10:59And threw herself behind Luca
00:11:01Using him like a shield
00:11:02Luca!
00:11:03She hit me!
00:11:05You have to stand up for me!
00:11:07Luca pulled her behind him
00:11:08And looked at me with a gaze so dark
00:11:10It could've dripped ink
00:11:11How dare you slap her?
00:11:13You must really have a death wish
00:11:15He gave his bodyguards a subtle hand signal
00:11:18Several of the bodyguards lunged at me at the same time
00:11:21I took down the first one who charged at me
00:11:23But the rest came too fast
00:11:25Hits rained on me from all directions
00:11:27Pain tore through my ribs
00:11:28And back
00:11:29Until my legs gave out
00:11:31Two bodyguards grabbed me under the arms
00:11:33And hauled me over to Luca and Sofia
00:11:35Luca stroked Sofia's swollen cheek
00:11:37And said softly
00:11:38Do whatever you want with her
00:11:40If anything happens
00:11:41I'll take care of it
00:11:42His words sent a spark through Sofia
00:11:44She spat at me
00:11:46Her face contorting with cruel satisfaction
00:11:48Bitch!
00:11:49Weren't you so bold just now?
00:11:52Come on
00:11:52Keep acting tough
00:11:54You wanna fight me over a ring?
00:11:57Fine
00:11:58I'll break your fingers
00:11:59Let's see what you'll wear on them after that
00:12:02At her nod
00:12:03The two bodyguards pinned my shoulders
00:12:05Before forcing my arm out in front of me
00:12:07Stretching my fingers over the polished floor
00:12:09I lifted my head
00:12:10And stared straight at Luca and Sofia
00:12:12If you go through with this
00:12:14I swear I'll make you both pay for it
00:12:16Sofia let out a sharp laugh
00:12:18The Marino family is one of the five ruling houses in Norham City
00:12:21And you?
00:12:22You're a nameless little stray from nowhere
00:12:24You think you get to threaten us today?
00:12:27I'll make sure you never forget what happens when you cross me
00:12:30Her stiletto drove down on my fingers
00:12:32And pain ripped through my hand
00:12:33I bit down so hard I tasted blood
00:12:36I was pretty sure I heard something crack
00:12:38Everyone around us looked away from the violence
00:12:41But no one had the courage to step in
00:12:43She shouldn't have picked a fight with a Marino
00:12:45Her hands are done for
00:12:46She'll be lucky if she can even feed herself after this
00:12:49We're just civilians
00:12:50People like us swallow our pride or end up dead
00:12:53I had loved the piano since I was a child
00:12:55I would be performing on stages all around the world
00:12:58I couldn't lose my hands
00:13:00The thought of losing them sent a cold, strangling fear through me
00:13:03When Sofia lifted her heel again my resolve collapsed
00:13:07I was wrong!
00:13:09You can have the ring!
00:13:10Take it!
00:13:11Just don't hurt my hands!
00:13:13Revenge could wait but fingers didn't grow back
00:13:15However Sofia didn't pause
00:13:17Her heel pressed down again
00:13:19Harder this time
00:13:20A metallic smell rose from my bleeding hand
00:13:23Sofia finished grinding her heel into my fingers
00:13:26Then squatted down, pinched my chin tightly
00:13:28And brought her face right up to mine
00:13:30Her mascara was a little smudged
00:13:32And fine lines were visible at the corners of her eyes
00:13:35I noticed these details only because my face was pressed so close to hers
00:13:39Do you actually think you're special?
00:13:42She whispered softly
00:13:43As if sharing a secret
00:13:44Let me tell you
00:13:45Luca has already gone through three fiancés
00:13:48I drove every single one of them away
00:13:50You're the fourth
00:13:52And by far the stupidest one
00:13:54Blood seeped from the corner of my mouth
00:13:56But I didn't talk back
00:13:58It wasn't because I didn't dare it
00:13:59It was because I had no strength left
00:14:01My right hand had already gone completely numb
00:14:04I didn't dare look at it
00:14:05That's right
00:14:06Sofia laughed, her voice full of malice
00:14:09The first one was dumped by him
00:14:10The second left on her own
00:14:12And the third?
00:14:13I personally made her disappear
00:14:16Her eyes changed, turning dark and sinister
00:14:18How long do you think you can hold on?
00:14:21She stood up and coldly ordered the bodyguard
00:14:24Pin her other hand down too?
00:14:26Today I'm going to crush both of her hands
00:14:28Let's see how she seduces after this!
00:14:31You bitch!
00:14:34Oh, now you're scared
00:14:36Too late for that
00:14:39You're not leaving this place
00:14:40Until I say so
00:14:42A scream tore out of my throat
00:14:44I turned my head to Luca
00:14:45Luca, aren't you afraid of who I am?
00:14:49If you let her do this
00:14:51You'll regret it
00:14:54Who are you?
00:14:55You're nothing
00:14:56Just a woman who tricked my father
00:14:59Sofia saw his reaction
00:15:01And her smile grew even more vicious
00:15:04You're still trying to seduce Luca
00:15:06While I'm right here
00:15:07If I don't break your hands
00:15:09You'll never learn
00:15:11No!
00:15:12Don't!
00:15:13Just then, my phone rang from inside my bag
00:15:16I struggled against the men holding me
00:15:18Trying to reach for it
00:15:19But Sofia moved faster
00:15:21She grabbed the phone
00:15:22Glanced at the screen
00:15:23And answered it with a cold laugh
00:15:25My father's voice came through at once
00:15:27Tight with worry
00:15:29Iza, why aren't you home yet?
00:15:33Is the auction still going?
00:15:35I dragged in a breath
00:15:36And shouted as loudly as I could
00:15:38Papa, help me!
00:15:39They're going to destroy my hands!
00:15:42My father's voice went cold in an instant
00:15:44What?
00:15:45Who is this?
00:15:46Sofia shouted into the phone
00:15:48I'm Sofia Lopez
00:15:49Your daughter's been acting like a slut with men
00:15:52So I'm teaching her a lesson!
00:15:55I don't care who you are
00:15:56Let my daughter go
00:15:57Touch her again
00:15:58And you'll wish you'd never been born
00:16:00If you've got the guts
00:16:01Come over here
00:16:02Her heel slammed into my hand once more
00:16:05And I couldn't hold back a cry
00:16:06I'm right here waiting
00:16:08I'll break her hands first
00:16:10And let you hear it
00:16:11And when you get here
00:16:12I'll break yours too
00:16:14She hung up and slammed my phone to the floor
00:16:16It shattered into pieces
00:16:18Then, she ordered the men around us to beat me
00:16:21Five minutes passed
00:16:23It wasn't long on a clock
00:16:24But it felt like half a lifetime
00:16:25At last, a familiar armored black sedan
00:16:28Rolled to a stop outside the auction hall
00:16:30The air itself seemed to tighten
00:16:32My father stepped out of the car
00:16:34His black coat still carrying the faint scent of gunpowder and blood
00:16:42I swear
00:16:43You don't know the price you're about to pay
00:16:46My father looked down at Luca and Sofia
00:16:48Like they were nothing more than insects crawling on the floor
00:16:51Pay the price
00:16:52His voice stayed eerily calm
00:16:54Making the hall feel even colder
00:16:56When you ordered my daughter beaten
00:16:58Did you ever stop to think about the price you paid?
00:17:01I'm Isa Borgia
00:17:02The daughter of the most powerful Don in Corvina
00:17:05My father worries I'll marry the wrong man on a whim
00:17:08So he arranges for me to be engaged to Luca
00:17:10The rising heir of the Marino family
00:17:12It's an arranged marriage
00:17:14But that doesn't mean I've lost all my say
00:17:16The very least I can do is choose a ring I genuinely like
00:17:19So, I go to the mafia often
00:17:22When the diamond ring appears as the final jewel of the night
00:17:25I lift my paddle
00:17:27Just before the gavel falls
00:17:29An arrogant voice comes from behind me
00:17:31A country bumpin' like you thinks you can compete with me?
00:17:35Do yourself a favor
00:17:37Emily
00:17:37The auction hall goes quiet for a few seconds
00:17:40The only sound comes from the camera shutters clicking around the hall
00:17:44I turn and see a woman in a gold couture gown
00:17:47Her mouth curbs in a casual smile as if she owns the place
00:17:50Before I can say a word
00:17:52The auctioneer rushes to close the booth
00:17:54Sold!
00:17:55Congratulations to Miss Sofia Lopez for winning the final lot
00:17:59The eternal star
00:18:00My brows look tight
00:18:02And a hot spike of anger rises in my chest
00:18:05You ended the bidding early
00:18:06Do you even follow the rules here?
00:18:09Sofia turns around and gives me a once-over
00:18:11Her gaze sharp as a blade
00:18:13Rule?
00:18:14She lets out a cold laugh
00:18:16Come on
00:18:16I'm Luca Marino's favorite god sister
00:18:19Around here
00:18:20I make the rules
00:18:21I can't help but laugh
00:18:23Give me what you want
00:18:24What a coincidence
00:18:25So, she's my fiancé's god sister
00:18:27I pull out my phone and call her
00:18:30Luca
00:18:31Your god sister just snatched the engagement ring I picked out
00:18:34How are you gonna handle this?
00:18:36It seemed like Sofia Lopez wasn't just a god sister to Luca Marino
00:18:40If Luca couldn't give me a good explanation
00:18:43This engagement was off the table
00:18:44I called the number I'd saved but never once dialed
00:18:48Once the call connected
00:18:49I went straight to the point
00:18:51Your god sister is trying to snatch the engagement ring I chose
00:18:55What do you have to say about that?
00:18:57Silence hung for a moment
00:18:59Then, a cold, unfamiliar voice came through the line
00:19:02Who is this?
00:19:04Whatever's going on between Sofia and me
00:19:06Isn't something an outsider can't do well
00:19:08Before I could say my name
00:19:10He had already hung up
00:19:11I stared at the dark screen for a second
00:19:13And let out in his prejudiced laugh
00:19:15Obviously, he hadn't even saved my number
00:19:18Sofia's laughter cut through the crowd
00:19:20Sharp with smug delight
00:19:22It's better
00:19:22You somehow got Luca's number
00:19:25And actually think that means he knows you?
00:19:28God, you're cracking me up
00:19:30She tilted her chin
00:19:32And twisted a lock of hair around her fingers
00:19:34While looking me over again
00:19:35Seriously, look at what you're wearing
00:19:38Even the nannies in the Marino family dress better than you
00:19:41The lackeys around her couldn't hold back and burst into mocking laughter
00:19:45I had always believed comfort mattered more than designer labels
00:19:49But in a hall drowning in diamonds and custom gowns
00:19:52No one here cared about that belief
00:19:54I pressed my lips together, heat rising up my chest
00:19:57So, you're still judging people by logos?
00:20:00You're unbelievably shallow
00:20:02Lucas sure had special taste when picking his god sister
00:20:06Thanks to her stunt, I wasn't in the mood for the auction anymore
00:20:09I turned to the auctioneer and pointed straight at the eternal star ring in the display case
00:20:14I want to activate the automatic bidding system
00:20:17Whatever she offers, I'll pay double
00:20:20Miss, our automatic bidding service is reserved for clients with VIP cards
00:20:25Sophia gave a sharp little snort
00:20:27She reached into her clutch
00:20:29Pulled out a gold VIP card
00:20:31And slapped it onto the podium
00:20:32I spend seven figures a year here
00:20:35And you?
00:20:37How exactly do you compare to me?
00:20:39I drew in a slow breath
00:20:41Took out a plain black card with no logo
00:20:43And placed it beside hers
00:20:45Unlimited credit black card
00:20:48Is that sufficient?
00:20:49Open the VIP account
00:20:51And restart the bid
00:20:52A wave of startled whispers rolled through the hall
00:20:55Sophia's smile faded
00:20:57And her tone turned colder
00:20:59This is Marino territory
00:21:01If anyone sides with her
00:21:03I'll make sure they never work in this city again
00:21:06The auctioneer's face went chalk white
00:21:08His voice shook as he said
00:21:10Miss, I'm just a staff member
00:21:12I really can't afford to offend the Marino family
00:21:15Several guests who'd seen the whole thing
00:21:17Started trying to persuade me
00:21:19Just let it go
00:21:20I've run into Miss Lopez before
00:21:22Mr. Martino indulges her in everything
00:21:25Someone crossed her last month
00:21:27And his entire business was gone the very next day
00:21:30Miss, even if you've got money
00:21:33Don't fight the Marino family
00:21:35Their reach isn't something people like us can survive
00:21:37Just apologize and ask Miss Lopez to forgive you
00:21:41Before this gets worse
00:21:42Under all those cautious glances and hushed warnings
00:21:45Sophia only grew more pleased with herself
00:21:49She crossed her arms and came closer
00:21:51Wearing a smug smile
00:21:52The amusement in her eyes practically sparkled
00:21:55You heard them
00:21:56Get on your knees and shout
00:21:58I'm broke
00:21:59And I know I was wrong
00:22:01Do that
00:22:02And maybe I'll let you walk out of here
00:22:06In all 26 years of my life
00:22:08No one had ever dared to talk to me like that
00:22:10Say that again
00:22:12What exactly do you want me to shout?
00:22:15Are you deaf?
00:22:16I said I'm broke
00:22:18And I know I was wrong
00:22:20Got it now?
00:22:21Loud and clear
00:22:22Since you admit you're broke
00:22:24Hurry up and get out of here
00:22:26Before you drag down the Marino name
00:22:28Sophia's face flushed as she finally realized what I'd done
00:22:31You!
00:22:32You twisted my words!
00:22:34How dare you make fun of me!
00:22:35She screeched and hurled herself at me
00:22:37Arms flailing like a furious chicken
00:22:39It would have been funny if she weren't so noisy
00:22:42I had trained with my family's bodyguards in Corvina for 10 years
00:22:46I wasn't about to be intimidated by a woman whose punches were nothing but a performance
00:22:50I drove a clean sidekick into her ribs
00:22:53Sophia went down hard
00:22:55Holding onto the carpet with a pained groan
00:22:57Regret
00:22:58Next time you open your mouth
00:23:00Remember whose territory you're standing on
00:23:02Gasps rippled through the hall
00:23:04Oh my god!
00:23:05She actually hit Mrs. Lopez!
00:23:08When Mr. Marino hears about this
00:23:09He'll have her chopped up and thrown into the bay
00:23:13She's done
00:23:15Not even God can save her now
00:23:17I tuned their chatter out
00:23:18The Marino family only stood where they did today
00:23:21Because my father had pulled them up when they were nothing
00:23:24In this city
00:23:25There wasn't a single person I needed to be afraid of
00:23:28I slapped my black card on the podium again
00:23:31Like I said
00:23:32Whatever she bids
00:23:33I'll pay double
00:23:35Wrap the ring and hand it over
00:23:37The auctioneer's knees visibly buckled
00:23:39Hands shaking
00:23:40He hit the authorization button and personally presented the velvet box to me
00:23:44I put it into a bag and turned to leave
00:23:47Only for Sophia to drag herself upright and stumble back into my path
00:23:50Don't you dare leave!
00:23:53I tapped the toe of my heel against the floor and glanced down
00:23:56What is it?
00:23:58You want another practical demonstration?
00:24:01She instinctively took a step back
00:24:03I let out a soft dismissive laugh and pivoted toward the exit
00:24:06But I didn't get far
00:24:08A wall of men in black suits suddenly filled the doorway
00:24:11Blocking every way out
00:24:13Before the guests could even process what was happening
00:24:15The line of bodyguards split cleanly down the middle
00:24:18A man walked through the gap they made
00:24:20I looked up and for a second my heart actually skipped
00:24:23The overhead lights fell across him
00:24:25Outlining every inch of his frame
00:24:27He had the kind of build tailors dreamed about
00:24:30Broad shoulders
00:24:30Narrow waist
00:24:31Long legs
00:24:32His face was all sharp planes and clean edges
00:24:35So perfect it looked like someone had carved it out of stone
00:24:38Sophia immediately switched on the waterworks and ran to him
00:24:42Tears glistening
00:24:43Luca
00:24:44She stole my ring
00:24:47And hit me
00:24:48So this was my fiance
00:24:49No wonder my father had sworn up and down that I'd like him
00:24:53He knew me too well
00:24:54I was hopelessly shallow when it came to looks
00:24:57And Luca fit my taste a little too perfectly
00:24:59Seeing that face alone
00:25:01I almost felt like forgiving his earlier attitude on the phone
00:25:04I straightened
00:25:05Gave him my most confident smile
00:25:07And introduced myself
00:25:09Hi
00:25:09I'm Isa Borgia
00:25:11Your fiance
00:25:12A ripple of shock moved through the crowd
00:25:15What did she say?
00:25:16She's Mr. Marino's fiance
00:25:19Well obviously
00:25:20The fiance matters more than a god sister
00:25:23Not really
00:25:24It depends on who Mr. Marino actually favors
00:25:27Luca's cold gaze settled on me
00:25:29Don't flatter yourself
00:25:31That engagement was my father's decision
00:25:33I never agreed to it
00:25:34Sophia leaned into Luca with her head on his shoulder
00:25:37Her eyes sparkling with a challenge she wasn't bothering to hide
00:25:40Look at you in those cheap clothes
00:25:43You really think you deserve to marry him?
00:25:46You're not even qualified to shine my shoes
00:25:48Someone in the crowd eagerly piled on
00:25:50Exactly
00:25:51If Mr. Marino ever gets married it'll be to a real heiress
00:25:56Why would he choose a nobody from the countryside?
00:25:59She looks dirty
00:26:00I feel like the air smells worse already
00:26:02She's nowhere near Miss Lopez's level
00:26:04I'd worn something simple
00:26:06There was nothing dirty about it
00:26:08But in their mouths
00:26:09I'd somehow turned into a walking trash heap
00:26:11People always did love kicking whoever they thought was at the bottom
00:26:15I lifted my eyes slowly
00:26:17And let my gaze sweep the entire auction hall
00:26:20Before bringing it back to Luca's face
00:26:22In that case
00:26:23Go home and tell your father to call off the wedding
00:26:26And the reason?
00:26:28I don't want you
00:26:29My father told me that Luca's father Antonio Marino
00:26:32Had pulled every string he could to make this engagement happen
00:26:35If he ever learned it all blew up because of Luca
00:26:38I'd pay to see the look on his face
00:26:40That thought eased my irritation
00:26:42I couldn't be bothered arguing with this pack of idiots anymore
00:26:45So I turned to leave
00:26:47But Sophia wasn't done
00:26:48She came stomping toward me in her stilettos like a hyena that had caught the scent of blood
00:26:53With two bodyguards following closely behind her
00:26:55The black pistols peeking from their holsters were enough to freeze the room
00:27:00You bitch!
00:27:01You think you can just walk away?
00:27:03You snatched my ring and laid hands on me?
00:27:06We're not done!
00:27:07I gave her a cold look
00:27:08So what exactly do you want to do?
00:27:10She mistook my patience for fear
00:27:12Her hand snapped up toward my face
00:27:15I'll hit you until I feel better!
00:27:19Before her palm could land I caught her wrist
00:27:21Twisted and slapped her across the face with my other hand
00:27:24Sophia clutched her cheek staring at me in disbelief
00:27:27You lowlife!
00:27:29How dare you!
00:27:31Why wouldn't I?
00:27:32I cut her off
00:27:33Slapping her other cheek just as hard
00:27:35Is this enough for you?
00:27:36The two slaps knocked the arrogance right off her face
00:27:39Tears sprang to her eyes as she stumbled back and threw herself behind Luca
00:27:43Using him like a shield
00:27:44Luca!
00:27:45She hit me!
00:27:47You have to stand up for me!
00:27:49Luca pulled her behind him and looked at me with a gaze so dark it could have dripped ink
00:27:53How dare you slap her?
00:27:55You must really have a death wish
00:27:57He gave his bodyguards a subtle hand signal
00:28:00Several of the bodyguards lunged at me at the same time
00:28:03I took down the first one who charged at me but the rest came too fast
00:28:07Hits rained on me from all directions
00:28:09Pain tore through my ribs and back until my legs gave out
00:28:13Two bodyguards grabbed me under the arms and hauled me over to Luca and Sophia
00:28:17Luca stroked Sophia's swollen cheek and said softly
00:28:20Do whatever you want with her
00:28:22If anything happens, I'll take care of it
00:28:24His words sent a spark through Sophia
00:28:26She spat at me, her face contorting with cruel satisfaction
00:28:30Bitch!
00:28:31Weren't you so bold just now?
00:28:34Come on, keep acting tough
00:28:36You wanna fight me over a ring?
00:28:39Fine, I'll break your fingers
00:28:41Let's see what you'll wear on them after that
00:28:44At her nod, the two bodyguards pinned my shoulders
00:28:47Before forcing my arm out in front of me
00:28:49Stretching my fingers over the polished floor
00:28:51I lifted my head and stared straight at Luca and Sophia
00:28:54If you go through with this, I swear I'll make you both pay for it
00:28:58Sophia let out a sharp laugh
00:29:00The Marino family is one of the five ruling houses in Norham City
00:29:04And you?
00:29:05You're a nameless little stray from nowhere
00:29:06You think you get to threaten us today?
00:29:09I'll make sure you never forget what happens when you cross me
00:29:12Her stiletto drove down on my fingers
00:29:14And pain ripped through my hand
00:29:15I bit down so hard I tasted blood
00:29:18I was pretty sure I heard something crap
00:29:20Everyone around us looked away from the violence
00:29:23But no one had the courage to step in
00:29:25She shouldn't have picked a fight with a Marino
00:29:27Her hands are done for
00:29:28She'll be lucky if she can even feed herself after this
00:29:31We're just civilians
00:29:32People like us swallow our pride or end up dead
00:29:35I had loved the piano since I was a child
00:29:38I would be performing on stages all around the world
00:29:40I couldn't lose my hands
00:29:42The thought of losing them sent a cold, strangling fear through me
00:29:45When Sophia lifted her heel again, my resolve collapsed
00:29:55Revenge could wait but fingers didn't grow back
00:29:58However Sophia didn't pause
00:30:00Her heel pressed down again, harder this time
00:30:02A metallic smell rose from my bleeding hand
00:30:05Sophia finished grinding her heel into my fingers
00:30:08Then squatted down, pinched my chin tightly
00:30:10And brought her face right up to mine
00:30:12Her mascara was a little smudged
00:30:14And fine lines were visible at the corners of her eyes
00:30:17I noticed these details only because my face was pressed so close to hers
00:30:21Do you actually think you're special?
00:30:24She whispered softly, as if sharing a secret
00:30:26Let me tell you, Luca has already gone through three fiancées
00:30:30I drove every single one of them away
00:30:33You're the fourth, and by far the stupidest one
00:30:36Blood seeped from the corner of my mouth
00:30:38But I didn't talk back
00:30:40It wasn't because I didn't dare it
00:30:42It was because I had no strength left
00:30:43My right hand had already gone completely numb
00:30:46I didn't dare look at it
00:30:47That's right
00:30:48Sophia laughed, her voice full of malice
00:30:51The first one was dumped by him
00:30:52The second left on her own
00:30:54And the third?
00:30:55I personally made her disappear
00:30:58Her eyes changed, turning dark and sinister
00:31:01How long do you think you can hold on?
00:31:03She stood up and coldly ordered the bodyguard
00:31:06Pin her other hand down too?
00:31:08Today I'm going to crush both of her hands
00:31:11Let's see how she seduces me after this
00:31:13You bitch
00:31:16Oh, now you're scared
00:31:18Too late for that
00:31:21You're not leaving this place
00:31:22Until I say so
00:31:24A scream tore out of my throat
00:31:26I turned my head to Luca
00:31:29Luca, aren't you afraid of who I am?
00:31:32If you let her do this
00:31:33You'll regret it
00:31:36Who are you?
00:31:37You're nothing
00:31:38Just a woman who tricked my father
00:31:41Sophia saw his reaction
00:31:43And her smile grew even more vicious
00:31:46You're still trying to seduce Luca
00:31:48While I'm right here
00:31:49If I don't break your hands
00:31:52You'll never learn
00:31:53No!
00:31:54Ah!
00:31:55Don't!
00:31:55Just then, my phone rang from inside my bag
00:31:58I struggled against the men holding me
00:32:00Trying to reach for it
00:32:01But Sophia moved faster
00:32:03She grabbed the phone
00:32:04Glanced at the screen
00:32:05And answered it with a cold laugh
00:32:07My father's voice came through at once
00:32:10Tight with worry
00:32:11Iza, why aren't you home yet?
00:32:15Is the auction still going?
00:32:17I dragged in a breath
00:32:18And shouted as loudly as I could
00:32:20Papa, help me!
00:32:21They're going to destroy my hands!
00:32:24My father's voice went cold in an instant
00:32:26What?
00:32:27Who is this?
00:32:28Sophia shouted into the phone
00:32:30I'm Sophia Lopez
00:32:31Your daughter's been acting like a slut with men
00:32:34So I'm teaching her a lesson!
00:32:37I don't care who you are
00:32:38Let my daughter go
00:32:39Touch her again
00:32:40And you'll wish you'd never been born
00:32:42If you've got the guts
00:32:43Come over here
00:32:44Her heel slammed into my hand once more
00:32:47And I couldn't hold back a cry
00:32:48I'm right here waiting
00:32:50I'll break her hands first
00:32:52And let you hear it
00:32:53And when you get here
00:32:54I'll break yours too
00:32:56She hung up and slammed my phone to the floor
00:32:58It shattered into pieces
00:33:00Then, she ordered the men around us to beat me
00:33:03Five minutes passed
00:33:05It wasn't long on a clock
00:33:06But it felt like half a lifetime
00:33:08At last, a familiar armored black sedan
00:33:10Rolled to a stop outside the auction hall
00:33:12The air itself seemed to tighten
00:33:14My father stepped out of the car
00:33:16His black coat still carrying the faint scent of gunpowder and blood
00:33:24I swear
00:33:25You don't know the price you're about to pay
00:33:28My father looked down at Luca and Sophia
00:33:30Like they were nothing more than insects crawling on the floor
00:33:33Pay the price
00:33:34His voice stayed eerily calm
00:33:36Making the hall feel even colder
00:33:38When you ordered my daughter beaten
00:33:40Did you ever stop to think about the price you paid?
00:33:43I'm Issa Borgia
00:33:44The daughter of the most powerful Don in Corvina
00:33:47My father worries I'll marry the wrong man on a whim
00:33:50So he arranges for me to be engaged to Luca
00:33:52The rising heir of the Marino family
00:33:54It's an arranged marriage
00:33:56But that doesn't mean I've lost all my say
00:33:58The very least I can do is choose a ring I genuinely like
00:34:01So, I go to the mafia often
00:34:04When the diamond ring appears as the final jewel of the night
00:34:07I lift my paddle
00:34:09Just before the gavel falls
00:34:11An arrogant voice comes from behind me
00:34:13A country bumpin' like you thinks you can compete with me?
00:34:17Do yourself a favor
00:34:19Emily
00:34:19The auction hall goes quiet for a few seconds
00:34:22The only sound comes from the camera shutters clicking around the hall
00:34:26I turn and see a woman in a gold couture gown
00:34:29Her mouth curbs and a casual smile as if she owns the place
00:34:32Before I can say a word
00:34:34The auctioneer rushes to close the gate
00:34:36Sold!
00:34:37Congratulations to Miss Sofia Lopez
00:34:39For winning the final lot
00:34:41The Eternal Star
00:34:42My brows still tight
00:34:44And a hot spike of anger rises in my chest
00:34:47You ended the bidding early
00:34:48Do you even follow the rules here?
00:34:51Sofia turns around and gives me a once-over
00:34:53Her gaze sharp as a blade
00:34:55Rules?
00:34:56She lets out a cold laugh
00:34:58Come on
00:34:58I'm Luca Marino's favorite godsister
00:35:01Around here, I make the rules
00:35:03I can't help but laugh
00:35:05What a coincidence
00:35:07So, she's my fiancé's godsister
00:35:09I pull out my phone and call her
00:35:37I'm giving what you want
00:35:38Silence hung for a moment
00:35:41Then, a cold, unfamiliar voice came through the line
00:35:44Who is this?
00:35:46Whatever's going on between Sofia and me isn't something an outsider wants to request
00:35:50Before I could say my name, he had already hung up
00:35:53I stared at the dark screen for a second and let out in a incredulous laugh
00:35:57Obviously, he hadn't even saved my number
00:36:00Sofia's laughter cut through the crowd, sharks with smug delight
00:36:04Just bet it
00:36:05You somehow got Luca's number and actually think that means he knows you?
00:36:11God, you're cracking me up
00:36:12She tilted her chin and twisted a lock of hair around her fingers while looking me over again
00:36:17Seriously, look at what you're wearing
00:36:20Even the nannies in the Marino family dress better than you
00:36:23The lackeys around her couldn't hold back and burst into mocking laughter
00:36:27I had always believed comfort mattered more than designer labels
00:36:31But in a hall drowning in diamonds and custom gowns, no one here cared about that belief
00:36:36I pressed my lips together, heat rising up my chest
00:36:39So, you're still judging people by logos?
00:36:42You're unbelievably shallow
00:36:44Luca sure had special taste when picking his godsister
00:36:49Thanks to her stunt, I wasn't in the mood for the auction anymore
00:36:52I turned to the auctioneer and pointed straight at the eternal star ring in the display case
00:36:56I want to activate the automatic bidding system
00:36:59Whatever she offers, I'll pay double
00:37:02Miss, our automatic bidding service is reserved for clients with VIP cards
00:37:08Sofia gave a sharp little snort
00:37:09She reached into her clutch, pulled out a gold VIP card and slapped it onto the podium
00:37:14I spend seven figures a year here
00:37:17And you?
00:37:19How exactly do you compare to me?
00:37:21I drew in a slow breath, took out a plain black card with no logo
00:37:25And placed it beside hers
00:37:27Unlimited credit black card
00:37:30Is that sufficient?
00:37:31Open the VIP account and restart the bid
00:37:34A wave of startled whispers rolled through the hall
00:37:37Sofia's smile faded and her tone turned colder
00:37:41This is Marino territory
00:37:43If anyone sides with her, I'll make sure they never work in this city again
00:37:48The auctioneer's face went chalk white
00:37:50His voice shook as he said
00:37:52Miss, I'm just a staff member
00:37:54I really can't afford to offend the Marino family
00:37:57Several guests who'd seen the whole thing started trying to persuade me
00:38:01Just let it go
00:38:02I've run into Miss Lopez before
00:38:05Mr. Martino indulges her in everything
00:38:08Someone crossed her last month
00:38:09And his entire business was gone the very next day
00:38:13Miss, even if you've got money
00:38:15Don't fight the Marino family
00:38:17Their reach isn't something people like us can survive
00:38:19Just apologize and ask Miss Lopez to forgive you
00:38:23Before this gets worse
00:38:24Under all those cautious glances and hushed warnings
00:38:27Sofia only grew more pleased with herself
00:38:31She crossed her arms and came closer
00:38:33Wearing a smug smile
00:38:34The amusement in her eyes practically sparkled
00:38:37You heard them
00:38:38Get on your knees and shout
00:38:40I'm broke
00:38:41And I know I was wrong
00:38:43Do that
00:38:45And maybe I'll let you walk out of here
00:38:48In all 26 years of my life
00:38:50No one had ever dared to talk to me like that
00:38:52Say that again
00:38:54What exactly do you want me to shout?
00:38:57Are you deaf?
00:38:58I said I'm broke
00:39:00And I know I was wrong
00:39:02Got it now?
00:39:03Loud and clear
00:39:04Since you admit you're broke
00:39:06Hurry up and get out of here
00:39:08Before you drag down the Marino name
00:39:11Sofia's face flushed as she finally realized what I'd done
00:39:13You!
00:39:14You twisted my words!
00:39:16How dare you make fun of me!
00:39:17She screeched and hurled herself at me
00:39:19Arms flailing like a furious chicken
00:39:21It would have been funny if she weren't so noisy
00:39:24I had trained with my family's bodyguards in Corvina for 10 years
00:39:28I wasn't about to be intimidated by a woman whose punches were nothing but a performance
00:39:32I drove a clean sidekick into her ribs
00:39:35Sofia went down hard
00:39:37Folding onto the carpet with a pained groan
00:39:39Regret
00:39:40Next time you open your mouth
00:39:42Remember whose territory you're standing on
00:39:45Gasps rickled through the hall
00:39:46Oh my god!
00:39:48She actually hit Mrs. Lopez!
00:39:50When Mr. Marino hears about this
00:39:51He'll have her chopped up and thrown into the bay
00:39:55She's done
00:39:57Not even God can save her now
00:39:59I tuned their chatter out
00:40:00The Marino family only stood where they did today
00:40:03Because my father had pulled them up when they were nothing
00:40:06In this city, there wasn't a single person I needed to be afraid of
00:40:10I slapped my black card on the podium again
00:40:13Like I said, whatever she bids, I'll pay double
00:40:17Wrap the ring and hand it over
00:40:19The auctioneer's knees visibly buckled
00:40:21Hands shaking, he hit the authorization button and personally presented the velvet box to me
00:40:26I put it into a bag and turned to leave
00:40:29Only for Sofia to drag herself upright and stumble back into my path
00:40:32Don't you dare leave!
00:40:35I tapped the toe of my heel against the floor and glanced down
00:40:38What is it?
00:40:40You want another practical demonstration?
00:40:43She instinctively took a step back
00:40:45I let out a soft dismissive laugh and pivoted toward the exit
00:40:48But I didn't get far
00:40:50A wall of men in black suits suddenly filled the doorway
00:40:53Blocking every way out
00:40:55Before the guests could even process what was happening
00:40:57The line of bodyguards split cleanly down the middle
00:41:00A man walked through the gap they made
00:41:02I looked up and for a second my heart actually skipped
00:41:05The overhead lights fell across him
00:41:07Outlining every inch of his frame
00:41:09He had the kind of build tailors dreamed about
00:41:12Broad shoulders, narrow waist, long legs
00:41:14His face was all sharp planes and clean edges
00:41:17So perfect it looked like someone had carved it out of stone
00:41:20Sofia immediately switched on the waterworks and ran to him
00:41:24Tears glistening
00:41:25Luca, she stole my ring
00:41:29And hit me
00:41:30So, this was my fiancé
00:41:32No wonder my father had sworn up and down that I'd like him
00:41:35He knew me too well
00:41:36I was hopelessly shallow when it came to looks
00:41:39And Luca fit my taste a little too perfectly
00:41:41Seeing that face alone
00:41:43I almost felt like forgiving his earlier attitude on the phone
00:41:46I straightened, gave him my most confident smile
00:41:49And introduced myself
00:41:50Hi, I'm Isa Borgia
00:41:53Your fiancé
00:41:55A ripple of shock moved through the crowd
00:41:57What did she say?
00:41:58She's Mr. Marino's fiancé
00:42:00Well, obviously
00:42:02The fiancé matters more than a god sister
00:42:05Not really
00:42:06It depends on who Mr. Marino actually favors
00:42:09Luca's cold gaze settled on me
00:42:11Don't flatter yourself
00:42:13That engagement was my father's decision
00:42:15I never agreed to it
00:42:16Sofia leaned into Luca with her head on his shoulder
00:42:19Her eyes sparkling with a challenge she wasn't bothering to hide
00:42:22Look at you in those cheap clothes
00:42:25You really think you deserve to marry him?
00:42:28You're not even qualified to shine my shoes
00:42:30Someone in the crowd eagerly piled on
00:42:33Exactly
00:42:33If Mr. Marino ever gets married, it'll be to a real heiress
00:42:38Why would he choose a nobody from the countryside?
00:42:41She looks dirty
00:42:42I feel like the air smells worse already
00:42:44She's nowhere near Miss Lopez's level
00:42:46I'd worn something simple
00:42:48There was nothing dirty about it
00:42:50But in their mouths, I'd somehow turned into a walking trash heap
00:42:54People always did love kicking whoever they thought was at the bottom
00:42:58I lifted my eyes slowly and let my gaze sweep the entire auction hall
00:43:02Before bringing it back to Luca's face
00:43:04In that case, go home and tell your father to call off the wedding
00:43:08And the reason?
00:43:10I don't want you
00:43:11My father told me that Luca's father, Antonio Marino
00:43:15Had pulled every string he could to make this engagement happen
00:43:17If he ever learned it all blew up because of Luca
00:43:20I'd pay to see the look on his face
00:43:22That thought eased my irritation
00:43:24I couldn't be bothered arguing with this pack of idiots anymore
00:43:28So I turned to leave
00:43:29But Sophia wasn't done
00:43:30She came stomping toward me in her stilettos like a hyena that had caught the scent of blood
00:43:35With two bodyguards following closely behind her
00:43:37The black pistols peeking from their holsters were enough to freeze the room
00:43:42You bitch!
00:43:43You think you can just walk away?
00:43:45You snatched my ring and laid hands on me?
00:43:48We're not done!
00:43:49I gave her a cold look
00:43:50So what exactly do you want to do?
00:43:53She mistook my patience for fear
00:43:54Her hand snapped up toward my face
00:43:57I'll hit you until I feel better!
00:44:01Before her palm could land, I caught her wrist, twisted, and slapped her across the face with my other hand
00:44:06Sophia clutched her cheek, staring at me in disbelief
00:44:09You lowlife! How dare you!
00:44:13Why wouldn't I?
00:44:14I cut her off, slapping her other cheek just as hard
00:44:17Is this enough for you?
00:44:18The two slaps knocked the arrogance right off her face
00:44:21Tears sprang to her eyes as she stumbled back and threw herself behind Luca
00:44:25Using him like a shield
00:44:26Luca! She hit me!
00:44:29You have to stand up for me!
00:44:31Luca pulled her behind him and looked at me with a gaze so dark it could have dripped ink
00:44:35How dare you slap her?
00:44:37You must really have a death wish
00:44:39He gave his bodyguards a subtle hand signal
00:44:42Several of the bodyguards lunged at me at the same time
00:44:45I took down the first one who charged at me but the rest came too fast
00:44:49Hits rained on me from all directions
00:44:51Pain tore through my ribs and back until my legs gave out
00:44:55Two bodyguards grabbed me under the arms and hauled me over to Luca and Sophia
00:44:59Luca stroked Sophia's swollen cheek and said softly
00:45:02Do whatever you want with her
00:45:04If anything happens, I'll take care of it
00:45:06His words sent a spark through Sophia
00:45:08She spat at me, her face contorting with cruel satisfaction
00:45:12Bitch!
00:45:14Weren't you so bold just now?
00:45:16Come on, keep acting tough
00:45:18You wanna fight me over a ring?
00:45:21Fine!
00:45:22I'll break your fingers!
00:45:24Let's see what you'll wear on them after that
00:45:26At her nod, the two bodyguards pinned my shoulders
00:45:29Before forcing my arm out in front of me
00:45:31Stretching my fingers over the polished floor
00:45:33I lifted my head and stared straight at Luca and Sophia
00:45:36If you go through with this
00:45:38I swear I'll make you both pay for it
00:45:41Sophia let out a sharp laugh
00:45:42The Marino family is one of the five ruling houses in Norham City
00:45:46And you?
00:45:47You're a nameless little stray from nowhere
00:45:49You think you get to threaten us today?
00:45:51I'll make sure you never forget what happens when you cross me
00:45:54Her stiletto drove down on my fingers
00:45:56And pain ripped through my hand
00:45:58I bit down so hard I tasted blood
00:46:00I was pretty sure I heard something crack
00:46:02Everyone around us looked away from the violence
00:46:05But no one had the courage to step in
00:46:07She shouldn't have picked a fight with a Marino
00:46:09Her hands are done for
00:46:11She'll be lucky if she can even feed herself after this
00:46:13We're just civilians
00:46:14People like us swallow our pride or end up dead
00:46:17I had loved the piano since I was a child
00:46:20I would be performing on stages all around the world
00:46:22I couldn't lose my hands
00:46:24The thought of losing them sent a cold strangling fear through me
00:46:27When Sophia lifted her heel again my resolve collapsed
00:46:31I was wrong!
00:46:33You can have the ring!
00:46:34Take it!
00:46:35Just don't hurt my hands!
00:46:37Revenge could wait but fingers didn't grow back
00:46:40However Sophia didn't pause
00:46:42Her heel pressed down again
00:46:43Harder this time
00:46:44A metallic smell rose from my bleeding hand
00:46:47Sophia finished grinding her heel into my fingers
00:46:50Then squatted down
00:46:51Pinched my chin tightly
00:46:52And brought her face right up to mine
00:46:54Her mascara was a little smudged
00:46:56And fine lines were visible at the corners of her eyes
00:46:59I noticed these details only because my face was pressed so close to hers
00:47:03Do you actually think you're special?
00:47:06She whispered softly as if sharing a secret
00:47:08Let me tell you
00:47:09Luca has already gone through three fiancées
00:47:12I drove every single one of them away
00:47:15You're the fourth and by far the stupidest one
00:47:18Blood seeped from the corner of my mouth
00:47:20But I didn't talk back
00:47:22It wasn't because I didn't dare it
00:47:24Was because I had no strength left
00:47:25My right hand had already gone completely numb
00:47:28I didn't dare look at it
00:47:29That's right
00:47:30Sophia laughed her voice full of malice
00:47:33The first one was dumped by him
00:47:35The second left on her own
00:47:36And the third
00:47:37I personally made her disappear
00:47:40Her eyes changed
00:47:41Turning dark and sinister
00:47:43How long do you think you can hold on?
00:47:45She stood up and coldly ordered the bodyguard
00:47:48Pin her other hand down too
00:47:49Today I'm going to crush both of her hands
00:47:53Let's see how she seduces
00:47:54After this
00:47:55You bitch
00:47:57Oh
00:47:59Now you're scared
00:48:01Too late for that
00:48:03You're not leaving this place
00:48:04Until I say so
00:48:06A scream tore out of my throat
00:48:08I turned my head to Luca
00:48:10Luca
00:48:11Aren't you afraid of who I am?
00:48:14If you let her do this
00:48:15You'll regret it
00:48:18Who are you?
00:48:19You're nothing
00:48:21Just a woman who tricked my father
00:48:23Sophia saw his reaction
00:48:25And her smile grew even more vicious
00:48:28You're still trying to seduce Luca
00:48:30While I'm right here
00:48:31If I don't break your hands
00:48:34You'll never learn
00:48:35No
00:48:37Don't
00:48:37Just then
00:48:38My phone rang from inside my bag
00:48:40I struggled against the men holding me
00:48:42Trying to reach for it
00:48:43But Sophia moved faster
00:48:45She grabbed the phone
00:48:46Glanced at the screen
00:48:47And answered it with a cold laugh
00:48:49My father's voice came through at once
00:48:52Tight with worry
00:48:53Isa
00:48:54Why aren't you home yet?
00:48:57Is the auction still going?
00:48:59I dragged in a breath
00:49:00And shouted as loudly as I could
00:49:02Papa
00:49:02Help me
00:49:03They're going to destroy my hands
00:49:06My father's voice went cold in an instant
00:49:08What?
00:49:09Who is this?
00:49:10Sophia shouted into the phone
00:49:12I'm Sophia Lopez
00:49:13Your daughter's been acting like a slut with men
00:49:16So I'm teaching her a lesson
00:49:19I don't care who you are
00:49:20Let my daughter go
00:49:21Touch her again
00:49:22And you'll wish you'd never been born
00:49:24If you've got the guts
00:49:25Come over here
00:49:27Her heel slammed into my hand once more
00:49:29And I couldn't hold back a cry
00:49:30I'm right here waiting
00:49:32I'll break her hands first
00:49:34And let you hear it
00:49:35And when you get here
00:49:36I'll break yours too
00:49:38She hung up and slammed my phone to the floor
00:49:41It shattered into pieces
00:49:42Then
00:49:43She ordered the men around us to beat me
00:49:45Five minutes passed
00:49:47It wasn't long on a clock
00:49:48But it felt like half a lifetime
00:49:50At last
00:49:51A familiar armored black sedan
00:49:52Rolled to a stop
00:49:53Outside the auction hall
00:49:55The air itself seemed to tighten
00:49:56My father stepped out of the car
00:49:58His black coat still carrying the faint scent
00:50:01Of gunpowder and blood
00:50:06I swear
00:50:08You don't know the price you're about to pay
00:50:10My father looked down at Luca and Sophia
00:50:12Like they were nothing more than insects
00:50:14Crawling on the floor
00:50:15Pay the price
00:50:16His voice stayed eerily calm
00:50:18Making the hall feel even colder
00:50:20When you ordered my daughter beaten
00:50:22Did you ever stop to think about the price you paid?
00:50:25I'm Issa Borgia
00:50:27The daughter of the most powerful Don in Cravina
00:50:29My father worries I'll marry the wrong man on a whim
00:50:32So he arranges for me to be engaged to Luca
00:50:34The rising heir of the Merino family
00:50:36It's an arranged marriage
00:50:38But that doesn't mean I've lost all my say
00:50:40The very least I can do is choose a ring I genuinely like
00:50:43So I go to the mafia auction
00:50:46When the diamond ring appears as the final jewel of the night
00:50:49I lift my paddle
00:50:51Just before the gavel calls
00:50:53An arrogant voice comes from behind me
00:50:55A country bumplin like you thinks you can compete with me?
00:50:59Do yourself a favor
00:51:02The auction hall goes quiet for a few seconds
00:51:04The only sound comes from the camera shutters sticking around the hall
00:51:08I turn and see a woman in a gold couture gown
00:51:11Her mouth curbs in a casual smile as if she owns the place
00:51:14Before I can say a word
00:51:16The auctioneer rushes to close the booth
00:51:18Sold!
00:51:19Congratulations to Miss Sofia Lopez
00:51:21For winning the final lot
00:51:23The Eternal Star
00:51:24My brows still tight
00:51:26And a hot spike of anger rises in my chest
00:51:29You ended the bidding early
00:51:31Do you even follow the rules here?
00:51:33Sofia turns around and gives me a once-over
00:51:35Her gaze sharp as a blade
00:51:37Rules
00:51:38She lets out a cold laugh
00:51:40Come on
00:51:40I'm Luca Marino's favorite god sister
00:51:43Around here, I make the rules
00:51:45I can't help but laugh
00:51:47What a coincidence
00:51:49So, she's my fiancé's god sister
00:51:51I pull out my phone and call her
00:51:54Luca
00:51:55Your god sister just matched the engagement ring I picked out
00:51:58How are you gonna handle this?
00:52:00It seemed like Sofia Lopez wasn't just a god sister to Luca Marino
00:52:05If Luca couldn't give me a good explanation
00:52:07This engagement was off the table
00:52:09I called the number I'd saved but never once dialed
00:52:12Once the call connected
00:52:13I went straight to the point
00:52:15Your god sister is trying to snatch the engagement ring I chose
00:52:19What do you have to say about that?
00:52:21Silence hung for a moment
00:52:23Then, a cold, unfamiliar voice came through the line
00:52:26Who is this?
00:52:28Whatever's going on between Sofia and me
00:52:30Isn't something an outsider goes to play
00:52:32Before I could say my name
00:52:34He had already hung up
00:52:35I stared at the dark screen for a second
00:52:37And let out in his prejudiced laugh
00:52:39Obviously, he hadn't even saved my number
00:52:42Sofia's laughter cut through the crowd
00:52:44Sharks with smug delight
00:52:46Just better
00:52:47You somehow got Luca's number
00:52:49And actually think that means he knows you?
00:52:53God, you're cracking me up
00:52:54She tilted her chin
00:52:56And twisted a lock of hair around her fingers
00:52:58While looking me over again
00:52:59Seriously, look at what you're wearing
00:53:02Even the nannies in the Marino family dress better than you
00:53:05The lackeys around her couldn't hold back
00:53:08And burst into mocking laughter
00:53:09I had always believed comfort mattered more than designer labels
00:53:13But in a hall drowning in diamonds and custom gowns
00:53:16No one here cared about that belief
00:53:18I pressed my lips together
00:53:20Heat rising up my chest
00:53:21So, you're still judging people by logos?
00:53:25You're unbelievably shallow
00:53:26Luca sure had special taste
00:53:29When picking his god sister
00:53:31Thanks to her stunt
00:53:32I wasn't in the mood for the auction anymore
00:53:34I turned to the auctioneer
00:53:35And pointed straight at the eternal star ring in the display case
00:53:38I want to activate the automatic bidding system
00:53:41Whatever she offers
00:53:42I'll pay double
00:53:44Miss, our automatic bidding service is reserved
00:53:48For clients with VIP cards
00:53:50Sophia gave a sharp little snort
00:53:51She reached into her clutch
00:53:53Pulled out a gold VIP card
00:53:55And slapped it onto the podium
00:53:56I spend seven figures a year here
00:53:59And you?
00:54:01How exactly do you compare to me?
00:54:03I drew in a slow breath
00:54:05Took out a plain black card with no logo
00:54:07And placed it beside hers
00:54:09Unlimited credit black card
00:54:12Is that sufficient?
00:54:13Open the VIP account
00:54:15And restart the bid
00:54:16A wave of startled whispers rolled through the hall
00:54:19Sophia's smile faded
00:54:21And her tone turned colder
00:54:23This is Marino territory
00:54:25If anyone sides with her
00:54:27I'll make sure they never work in this city again
00:54:30The auctioneer's face went chalk white
00:54:32His voice shook as he said
00:54:34Miss, I'm just a staff member
00:54:36I really can't afford to offend the Marino family
00:54:39Several guests who'd seen the whole thing
00:54:41Started trying to persuade me
00:54:43Just let it go
00:54:44I've run into Miss Lopez before
00:54:46Mr. Martino indulges her in everything
00:54:49Someone crossed her last month
00:54:51And his entire business was gone the very next day
00:54:55Miss, even if you've got money
00:54:57Don't fight the Marino family
00:54:59Their reach isn't something people like us can survive
00:55:02Just apologize and ask Miss Lopez to forgive you
00:55:05Before this gets worse
00:55:06Under all those cautious glances and hushed warnings
00:55:09Sophia only grew more pleased with herself
00:55:13She crossed her arms and came closer
00:55:15Wearing a smug smile
00:55:16The amusement in her eyes practically sparkled
00:55:19You heard them
00:55:20Get on your knees and shout
00:55:22I'm broke
00:55:23And I know I was wrong
00:55:25Do that
00:55:26And maybe I'll let you walk out of here
00:55:29In all 26 years of my life
00:55:32No one had ever dared to talk to me like that
00:55:34Say that again?
00:55:36What exactly do you want me to shout?
00:55:39Are you deaf?
00:55:40I said I'm broke
00:55:42And I know I was wrong
00:55:44Got it now?
00:55:45Loud and clear
00:55:46Since you admit you're broke
00:55:48Hurry up and get out of here
00:55:50Before you drag down the Marino name
00:55:53Sophia's face flushed as she finally realized what I'd done
00:55:55You! You twisted my words!
00:55:58How dare you make fun of me!
00:56:00She screeched and hurled herself at me
00:56:01Arms flailing like a furious chicken
00:56:03It would have been funny if she weren't so noisy
00:56:06I had trained with my family's bodyguards in Corvina for 10 years
00:56:10I wasn't about to be intimidated by a woman whose punches were nothing but a performance
00:56:14I drove a clean sidekick into her ribs
00:56:17Sophia went down hard
00:56:19Holding onto the carpet with a pained groan
00:56:21Regret
00:56:22Next time you open your mouth
00:56:24Remember whose territory you're standing on
00:56:27Gasps rippled through the hall
00:56:28Oh my god!
00:56:30She actually hit Mrs. Lopez!
00:56:32When Mr. Marino hears about this
00:56:33He'll have her chopped up and thrown into the bay
00:56:37She's done
00:56:39Not even God can save her now
00:56:41I tuned their chatter out
00:56:42The Marino family only stood where they did today
00:56:45Because my father had pulled them up when they were nothing
00:56:48In this city, there wasn't a single person I needed to be afraid of
00:56:52I slapped my black card on the podium again
00:56:55Like I said, whatever she bids, I'll pay double
00:56:59Wrap the ring and hand it over
00:57:01The auctioneer's knees visibly buckled
00:57:03Hands shaking, he hit the authorization button and personally presented the velvet box to me
00:57:09I put it into a bag and turned to leave
00:57:11Only for Sophia to drag herself upright and stumble back into my path
00:57:14Don't you dare leave!
00:57:17I tapped the toe of my heel against the floor and glanced down
00:57:20What is it?
00:57:22You want another practical demonstration?
00:57:25She instinctively took a step back
00:57:27I let out a soft dismissive laugh and pivoted toward the exit
00:57:30But I didn't get far
00:57:32A wall of men in black suits suddenly filled the doorway
00:57:35Blocking every way out
00:57:37Before the guests could even process what was happening
00:57:39The line of bodyguards split cleanly down the middle
00:57:42A man walked through the gap they made
00:57:44I looked up and for a second my heart actually skipped
00:57:47The overhead lights fell across him
00:57:49Outlining every inch of his frame
00:57:51He had the kind of build tailors dreamed about
00:57:54Broad shoulders, narrow waist, long legs
00:57:56His face was all sharp planes and clean edges
00:57:59So perfect it looked like someone had carved it out of stone
00:58:02Sophia immediately switched on the waterworks and ran to him
00:58:06Tears glistening
00:58:07Luca, she stole my ring
00:58:11And hit me
00:58:12So, this was my fiancé
00:58:14No wonder my father had sworn up and down that I'd like him
00:58:17He knew me too well
00:58:18I was hopelessly shallow when it came to looks
00:58:21And Luca fit my taste a little too perfectly
00:58:23Seeing that face alone
00:58:25I almost felt like forgiving his earlier attitude on the phone
00:58:28I straightened
00:58:29Gave him my most confident smile
00:58:31And introduced myself
00:58:33Hi, I'm Isa Borgia
00:58:35Your fiancé
00:58:37A ripple of shock moved through the crowd
00:58:39What did she say?
00:58:41She's Mr. Marino's fiancé
00:58:42Well, obviously
00:58:44The fiancé matters more than a god sister
00:58:47Not really
00:58:48It depends on who Mr. Marino actually favors
00:58:51Luca's cold gaze settled on me
00:58:53Don't flatter yourself
00:58:55That engagement was my father's decision
00:58:57I never agreed to it
00:58:58Sophia leaned into Luca with her head on his shoulder
00:59:01Her eyes sparkling with a challenge she wasn't bothering to hide
00:59:04Look at you in those cheap clothes
00:59:07You really think you deserve to marry him?
00:59:10You're not even qualified to shine my shoes
00:59:12Someone in the crowd eagerly piled on
00:59:15Exactly
00:59:15If Mr. Marino ever gets married, it'll be to a real heiress
00:59:20Why would he choose a nobody from the countryside?
00:59:23She looks dirty
00:59:24I feel like the air smells worse already
00:59:26She's nowhere near Miss Lopez's level
00:59:28I'd worn something simple
00:59:30There was nothing dirty about it
00:59:32But in their mouths, I'd somehow turned into a walking trash heap
00:59:36People always did love kicking whoever they thought was at the bottom
00:59:40I lifted my eyes slowly and let my gaze sweep the entire auction hall
00:59:44Before bringing it back to Luca's face
00:59:46In that case, go home and tell your father to call off the wedding
00:59:50And the reason?
00:59:52I don't want you
00:59:54My father told me that Luca's father, Antonio Marino, had pulled every string he could to make this engagement happen
01:00:00If he ever learned it all blew up because of Luca, I'd pay to see the look on his face
01:00:04That thought eased my irritation
01:00:06I couldn't be bothered arguing with this pack of idiots anymore
01:00:10So I turned to leave
01:00:11But Sophia wasn't done
01:00:12She came stomping toward me in her stilettos like a hyena that had caught the scent of blood
01:00:17With two bodyguards following closely behind her
01:00:19The black pistols peeking from their holsters were enough to freeze the room
01:00:24You bitch!
01:00:25You think you can just walk away?
01:00:27You snatched my ring and laid hands on me?
01:00:30We're not done!
01:00:31I gave her a cold look
01:00:32So what exactly do you want to do?
01:00:35She mistook my patience for fear
01:00:36Her hand snapped up toward my face
01:00:39I'll hit you until I feel better!
01:00:43Before her palm could land, I caught her wrist, twisted, and slapped her across the face with my other hand
01:00:48Sophia clutched her cheek, staring at me in disbelief
01:00:51You lowlife! How dare you!
01:00:55Why wouldn't I?
01:00:56I cut her off, slapping her other cheek just as hard
01:00:59Is this enough for you?
01:01:01The two slaps knocked the arrogance right off her face
01:01:03Tears sprang to her eyes as she stumbled back and threw herself behind Luca
01:01:07Using him like a shield
01:01:08Luca! She hit me!
01:01:11You have to stand up for me!
01:01:13Luca pulled her behind him and looked at me with a gaze so dark it could have dripped ink
01:01:17How dare you slap her?
01:01:19You must really have a death wish
01:01:21He gave his bodyguards a subtle hand signal
01:01:24Several of the bodyguards lunged at me at the same time
01:01:27I took down the first one who charged at me, but the rest came too fast
01:01:31Hits rained on me from all directions
01:01:33Pain tore through my ribs and back until my legs gave out
01:01:37Two bodyguards grabbed me under the arms and hauled me over to Luca and Sophia
01:01:41Luca stroked Sophia's swollen cheek and said softly
01:01:44Do whatever you want with her
01:01:46If anything happens, I'll take care of it
01:01:48His words sent a spark through Sophia
01:01:51She spat at me, her face contorting with cruel satisfaction
01:01:54Bitch!
01:01:56Weren't you so bold just now?
01:01:58Come on, keep acting tough
01:02:00You wanna fight me over a ring?
01:02:03Fine, I'll break your fingers
01:02:06Let's see what you'll wear on them after that
01:02:08At her nod, the two bodyguards pinned my shoulders
01:02:11Before forcing my arm out in front of me
01:02:13Stretching my fingers over the polished floor
01:02:15I lifted my head and stared straight at Luca and Sophia
01:02:18If you go through with this
01:02:20I swear I'll make you both pay for it
01:02:23Sophia let out a sharp laugh
01:02:24The Marino family is one of the five ruling houses in Norham City
01:02:28And you?
01:02:29You're a nameless little stray from nowhere
01:02:31You think you get to threaten us today?
01:02:33I'll make sure you never forget what happens when you cross me
01:02:36Her stiletto drove down on my fingers
01:02:38And pain ripped through my hand
01:02:40I bit down so hard I tasted blood
01:02:42I was pretty sure I heard something crack
01:02:44Everyone around us looked away from the violence
01:02:47But no one had the courage to step in
01:02:49She shouldn't have picked a fight with a Marino
01:02:51Her hands are done for
01:02:53She'll be lucky if she can even feed herself after this
01:02:55We're just civilians
01:02:56People like us swallow our pride or end up dead
01:02:59I had loved the piano since I was a child
01:03:02I would be performing on stages all around the world
01:03:04I couldn't lose my hands
01:03:06The thought of losing them sent a cold, strangling fear through me
01:03:10When Sophia lifted her heel again my resolve collapsed
01:03:13I was wrong!
01:03:15You can have the ring!
01:03:16Take it!
01:03:17Just don't hurt my hands!
01:03:19Revenge could wait but fingers didn't grow back
01:03:22However Sophia didn't pause
01:03:24Her heel pressed down again
01:03:25Harder this time
01:03:26A metallic smell rose from my bleeding hand
01:03:29Sophia finished grinding her heel into my fingers
01:03:32Then squatted down, pinched my chin tightly
01:03:34And brought her face right up to mine
01:03:36Her mascara was a little smudged
01:03:38And fine lines were visible at the corners of her eyes
01:03:41I noticed these details only because my face was pressed so close to hers
01:03:45Do you actually think you're special?
01:03:48She whispered softly
01:03:49As if sharing a secret
01:03:50Let me tell you
01:03:52Luca has already gone through three fiancées
01:03:54I drove every single one of them away
01:03:57You're the fourth
01:03:58And by far the stupidest one
01:04:00Blood seeped from the corner of my mouth
01:04:03But I didn't talk back
01:04:04It wasn't because I didn't dare it
01:04:06It was because I had no strength left
01:04:07My right hand had already gone completely numb
01:04:10I didn't dare look at it
01:04:12That's right
01:04:12Sophia laughed, her voice full of malice
01:04:15The first one was dumped by him
01:04:17The second left on her own
01:04:18And the third?
01:04:19I personally made her disappear
01:04:22Her eyes changed, turning dark and sinister
01:04:25How long do you think you can hold on?
01:04:27She stood up and coldly ordered the bodyguard
01:04:30Pin her other hand down too
01:04:31Today I'm going to crush both of her hands
01:04:35Let's see how she seduces after this
01:04:37You bitch
01:04:40Oh, now you're scared
01:04:43Too late for that
01:04:45You're not leaving this place
01:04:46Until I say so
01:04:48A scream tore out of my throat
01:04:50I turned my head to Luca
01:04:53Luca, aren't you afraid of who I am?
01:04:55If you let her do this
01:04:57You'll regret it
01:05:00Who are you?
01:05:01You're nothing
01:05:02Just a woman who tricked my father
01:05:05Sophia saw his reaction
01:05:07And her smile grew even more vicious
01:05:10You're still trying to seduce Luca
01:05:12While I'm right here
01:05:13If I don't break your hands
01:05:16You'll never learn
01:05:17No!
01:05:18Ah!
01:05:19Don't!
01:05:19Just then
01:05:20My phone rang from inside my bag
01:05:22I struggled against the men holding me
01:05:24Trying to reach for it
01:05:25But Sophia moved faster
01:05:27She grabbed the phone
01:05:28Glanced at the screen
01:05:30And answered it with a cold laugh
01:05:31My father's voice came through at once
01:05:34Tight with worry
01:05:35Iza, why aren't you home yet?
01:05:39Is the auction still going?
01:05:41I dragged in a breath
01:05:42And shouted as loudly as I could
01:05:44Papa, help me!
01:05:46They're going to destroy my hands!
01:05:48My father's voice went cold in an instant
01:05:50What?
01:05:51Who is this?
01:05:52Sophia shouted into the phone
01:05:54I'm Sophia Lopez
01:05:55Your daughter's been acting like a slut with men
01:05:58So I'm teaching her a lesson!
01:06:01I don't care who you are
01:06:02Let my daughter go
01:06:03Touch her again
01:06:04And you'll wish you'd never been born
01:06:06If you've got the guts
01:06:08Come over here
01:06:09Her heel slammed into my hand once more
01:06:11And I couldn't hold back a cry
01:06:12I'm right here waiting
01:06:14I'll break her hands first
01:06:16And let you hear it
01:06:17And when you get here
01:06:19I'll break yours too
01:06:20She hung up and slammed my phone to the floor
01:06:23It shattered into pieces
01:06:24Then, she ordered the men around us to beat me
01:06:27Five minutes passed
01:06:29It wasn't long on a clock
01:06:30But it felt like half a lifetime
01:06:32At last, a familiar armored black sedan
01:06:35Rolled to a stop outside the auction hall
01:06:37The air itself seemed to tighten
01:06:38My father stepped out of the car
01:06:40His black coat still carrying the faint scent of gunpowder and blood
01:06:45To the car
01:06:45So let's go
01:06:46It's got a baby
01:06:46It's got a baby
01:06:46It's got a baby
01:06:46And the air itself
01:06:46Oh my God
01:06:48It's got a baby
01:06:48C'est parti !
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