Roman's question hit like a bullet straight to Rafael's head. Startling. Freezing. It left his mind blank, though the pain was still there. Numb.
That hollow drag pulled him back into the memory he had buried deep, the one he never wanted to touch again. If only the pain of recalling it could go numb along with the rest of him.
Rafael lowered his gaze, staring at his black shoes. They seemed to twitch, as if they wanted to run. What should he do?
So this was why Roman had exposed his father without a hint of hesitation. He held the ultimate blow.
Fuck. Dimitri Island.
Rafael lifted his gaze to the audience. They looked at him like he was a monster.
Some board members shot him worried looks, demanding an explanation.
