ired precision, accountability, and a solid foundation to play t

f his generation; a media mogul whose name graced charity events, luxury hotels, and high-stakes investment portfolios. He moved in elite circles

for authorities to pin anything on him. His hands, which were always impeccably clean in the eyes of the law, were stained with the blood of those who had dared to cross him. His r

built over generations, one that had solidified their family as one of the toughest mafia clans in the Philippines, would collapse. He

Cruz Mo

ite blazer draped over her shoulders. The sunlight streaming through the floor-to-ceiling windows glowed on her sharp features. The European genes they both inher

had always been one of his best advisors and most trusted family members as their bond was built on childhood trauma, practicality, and

intimidating presence, hadn't cowered and backed down when they had a little confrontation at the restaurant last week. She had no idea who he was,

her ground, even when she shouldn't have. That kind of boldness... it

nd that amused th

Yeah. You know I'm someone wh

Besides, you have to admit, she's interesting. Aspiring actress

ng a page in the file. "And look, she's a regular of Mr. Xi Lee. Wasn't h

my niece, I would've believed she wasn't acting at all. She's got potential; hence, I won't have to waste time training her." He tapped a finger against t

s young an

r time. That wasn't a problem, though. If anything, her position in life made her even more useful. He owned one of t

She clearly needs the money. I do

andoval would be a perfect match for you," she said casually. "Why not just give her and her family another chance? You wouldn't have to make a poor girl like So

aw tensed. "I told you, cousin," he said, his voice turning cold. "I

now,

me set up a meeting wit

bed her phone. "Fine. I'll make the appointment now. But Rios," she said, p

l take full accounta

igh before exiti

ut of the picture. His family could scheme all they wanted, but he wouldn't let

But he'd do it on his own terms, even if