Author's POV
The Swan mansion had always been a place of power.
Every conversation held weight. Every decision carried consequence.
And this noon, the atmosphere in the main sitting room felt heavier than usual.
Mr Swan sat at the head of the room, a glass of scotch in his hand, his expression thoughtful.
Mrs Swan sat beside him, composed as always, while Vanessa and Lucas occupied the seats across from them.
A large screen glowed softly on the wall.
Displayed on it were photos that had shaken the entire underworld.
Cassian Knight and Isabelle Quinn were officially engaged.
"The Knights and the Quinns…" Mr Swan muttered, swirling the amber liquid in his glass. "I didn't expect them to move this quickly."
Lucas leaned back slightly, his brows drawn together. "It changes everything. It will shake the entire structure—territories, shipments, influence. Whoever stands close enough will reap the benefits."
Mr Swan nodded; Lucas's words weren't an exaggeration.
