THEY MOCKED THE MAFIA BOSS FOR MARRYING A HEAVYSET ACCOUNTANT—THEN SHE DESTROYED THE MEN SENT TO KILL HIM

into a heavy wool overcoat and checking the magazine of his sidearm. “I can’t take you with me into a contested room. I have to go, or I look weak.”

Briana stood near the fireplace, wrapped in a cashmere blanket.

“Then don’t look weak.”

His mouth twitched.

“I’m leaving Pauly and two men with you. Lock the doors. Stay by the fire. I’ll be back before dawn.continue reading …