The Girlboss Begs for Remarriage by Chu

"However, you insolently slayed Zam Sorano, the head steward of the Sorano family, and incurred their wrath. Your fate is hence sealed."

Frank paused at Gus' words. "Zam Sorano? The geezer who barged into Noel York's house that night with Willy here?"

Gus stood, his hands clasped behind his back as he nodded. "Indeed."

"No, there's been a mistake." Frank shook his head. "I'll admit to slaying Hubert Sorano, because he disregarded my warnings and insulted me. But I didn't slay Zam Sorano."

"Hmm.?"

Gus appeared hesitant, raising a brow. "Well, Hubert is just some mistress' child. If it's just him, I have no reason to get involved..."

He could tell that Frank's rank was quite high and had no reason to lie given the circumstances.

afraid that the truth would be unraveled.

to," Frank replied, calmly shaking his head. "I only sent Zam Sorano flying but did not

"And your five seconds are up—Ghent Loeb, kill Gavin Lane

forward, pleading, "Please, Mr. Sorano. It's all Frank's fault! Don't take it out on

resorted to deception while refusing to accept the punishment for his crimes!

cold voice bellowed

fixed on Frank. "Zam was my mentor, and I have come to avenge him. And if you claim

should be asking the Soranos instead,"

ready to strike but quickly composed himself seeing that Gus placed more importance

and suddenly leapt into the

Frank snorted in

him, he directed the Five-Peat Archaeus through his