Chapter 40 Federico

• "Mr. Gambone, glad to know the rumors about your death were just that. It would have been a shame to lose a great man like you" The chief of police says with a big smile on his face. What he actually means is that it would have been a shame to lose the money that hits his offshore account every month. Money he hasn't been working for since he can't seem to keep his subordinates in check. I nod, shake his hand, and try to leave but I almost bump into De Andrea. A well-known businessman who specializes in the construction sector. I've trusted him with a few projects before and he did a good job. But that doesn't mean I want to stand here and exchange pleasantries with him right now. Not when it looks like Regina is about to leave with Bianchi.
• I've never wanted to kill someone so bad.
• When I heard she would be here, it didn't cross my that she might show up with a plus one. She takes Tobia everywhere she goes and avoids other men simply because she's never been interested in them. For a long time, Regina has lived in her own little world where only business and Ophelia existed. I'm surprised she even attended this gala, to begin with. Whatever possessed her to show up dressed like that? She looks...