Chapter 74

Rafael grew increasingly confident that Christian had no evidence to support his claims.

Then the mayor turned to his bodyguards and said, “You there! Break this man’s legs. After that, contact the police and report that he has falsely accused me and attacked me!”

“Yes, Mayor!” replied one of the tallest guards.

Rafael gazed into Christian’s eyes and said, “At first, I just wanted to make you kneel at my feet and at the feet of my son. But I’ve changed my mind now. It seems quite enjoyable to see you paralyzed and rotting in jail.”

The tallest guard approached Christian and pulled his arm, causing Christian to stand up in a single swift motion.

“How many lives do you dare to wager with the mayor? No one has dared to challenge him because they all know the consequences. I will break every bone of anyone who dares to offend, let alone challenge, the mayor!” the guard declared with bulging eyes and a clenched jaw, his veins visibly pulsating.

The man appeared immensely powerful, and Chri