Chapter 218 The World's True Face

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"How could they do this to me?" Emily gasped, covering her mouth with trembling hands. Her eyes brimmed with the pain of betrayal, the weight of it sinking deep into her chest.

Matteo's jaw clenched, his expression hardening as he swiftly moved to her side, offering a reassuring touch on her shoulder.

"What do you want to do to them?" he asked, his voice low and edged with a dangerous intensity. His eyes gleamed with a promise of vengeance, but he wanted to hear Emily's desire first.

"I want to confront them," she said, her voice steady despite the storm of emotions swirling inside her.

Matteo nodded in silent agreement before turning to his bodyguard.

"Hand this bastard over to the police," he ordered coldly, nodding toward the hotel staff involved in the betrayal.

"No, sir, please! Forgive me. I shouldn't have taken the money! I regret it deeply-just this once, please forgive me," the waiter begged, tears streaming down his face as he collapsed to his knees.

were dark with fury as

at risk for money. If it were up to me, you'd face the death penalty." His voice dropped to a menacing growl. "But rest assured, you won't see the outside of a prison cell for the rest

ever.

to be swayed by his

madame!" he cried, his voice trembling with fear.

she looked at Matteo, he shook his head,

room without a word. Matteo shot the waiter

fell on deaf ears. Matteo and Emily strode directly to the

they approached, the driver moved to open the door, but Matteo waved him off, stepping forward himself. He opened the door for Emily,

deep voice steady, though his eyes betrayed

a reassuring nod. Without saying a word, she slid into the car,

as the car pulled away. Emily stared out the window, her thoughts distant. Matteo sat close beside her, his arm resting casually on the seat, though his sharp gaze was already working

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