The Return Of Franklin Miles

CHAPTER NINETY-SIX

As Conor and his security team stormed into the ballroom at Empire State Hotel, everyone in the room froze in their place.

The guests and workers, who were already scared, looked even more terrified. Their eyes were wide with fear, and some of them started to tremble.

The room was silent except for the sound of people shifting nervously.

Big Joe’s boys, who had been acting tough, suddenly seemed scared. Their hands tightened around their guns, and a few of them exchanged worried looks.

They hadn’t expected someone like Conor to show up with such a strong team. Conor’s men were clearly well-trained, and their entrance was intimidating.

Seeing his men start to lose their nerve, Big Joe quickly moved in front of them. He wanted to remind them who was in charge. "Stand your ground," he growled in a low, firm voice. "We’re still in control here. Don’t forget who you’re with."

His words seemed to help a little, as the boys stood up straighter, but there was still a hint of fear in their eye