THE RETURN

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Victoria entered the room, noticing the shattered glass and the tension lingering in the air. She approached Leo, her voice filled with concern.

Victoria: "Mr. De Luca, are you okay?"

Leo stood there, his mind still reeling from the confrontation with Sophie. He clenched his fists, trying to regain his composure.

Leo: "I'm fine, Victoria. It's just... complicated."

Victoria watched Leo intently, sensing that this was the right moment to make her move. She had been waiting for an opportunity to step into a more significant role, and the turmoil between Leo and Sophie presented the perfect chance.

Victoria: (thinking) "This is my time. I need to show Leo that I can handle more responsibility and be the person he can rely on."

She approached him cautiously, her voice calm and reassuring.

Victoria: "Mr. De Luca, if there's anything I can do to help, please let me know. I'm here for you."

Leo looked at her, appreciating the offer but still deep in thought about Sophie and the revelations about their pasts. He nodded, acknowledging her support, but his mind was elsewhere, trying to piece together the complexities of his emotions and plans.

Victoria decided to seize the moment and went to the kitchen to prepare a coffee for Leo. She added a special ingredient—perhaps a calming herb or a unique flavor—to show her support in a subtle yet impactful way. Smiling, she carried the coffee to Leo.

Victoria: "Here you go, Mr. De Luca. I thought you could use a little something to help you relax."

Leo took the coffee, nodding his thanks. He appreciated the gesture, even though his mind was still occupied with thoughts of Sophie and their complicated past.

Victoria seized the opportunity when Sophie was not around, approaching Leo with a cunning smile.

Victoria: "Mr. De Luca, I must say, dealing with Sophie is becoming quite a challenge. She's disruptive and constantly causes trouble. I'm worried about the impact she's having on your work and our operations."

Leo listened, his expression serious as he considered her words. He knew Victoria had her own agenda, but he couldn't ignore the tension between Sophie and her.

Leo: "Victoria, I appreciate your concern. Sophie's situation is complicated, and I need to handle it carefully."

Victoria's smile widened, sensing that she might be gaining some ground.

Victoria: "Of course, Mr. De Luca. I just want what's best for you and the organization."

Leo nodded, still deep in thought. He knew he had to find a way to resolve the situation without causing further conflict.

Leo turned to his assistant, his expression serious.

Leo: "Handle this deal of guns and bombs. I'll be right back."

The assistant nodded, understanding the urgency in Leo's voice. 

Leo got into the car, and the driver looked back at him, awaiting instructions.

Driver: "Where do you want to go, Mr. De Luca?"

Leo's gaze was determined as he gave the order.

Leo: "Sophie's house."

The car sped off, heading towards Sophie's home.

As the car sped towards Sophie's house, Leo spotted her running down the street, tears streaming down her face. Her sandal had broken, and she was running barefoot, her distress evident in every step.

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