I didn't expect Frankie to act so quickly, but I dodged just in time.
He furrowed his brow and said, "Kid, I suggest you cooperate. Otherwise, you won't just lose an eye."
I sneered coldly. "I suggest you behave too. Otherwise, when my people arrive, I'll make sure both your eyes never see the light of day."
"Huh?" He paused, then turned to look at Elaine. "No wonder you're so angry. Is this kid really that bold?" he asked.
Elaine snapped angrily, "You have no idea, Mr. Russo! This kid is a pauper. He stole 113 thousand dollars from our school to buy his girlfriend clothes. When I confronted her for flirting with my man right in front of me, he hit me!
"Oh, so he's a thief too," Frankie sneered. "I may not have lived the best life, but the one thing I can't stand is a thief! If you're going to rob, at least do it with guts. Guys, grab him. Today, I'll burn his eye myself."
He glanced at Felicia leeringly. "This lady's got quite a figure. With a body like that, she's rare. After we deal with this kid, I'll enjoy her for a few days."
Elaine chuckled darkly. "Of course, Mr. Russo. Do whatever you want."
Two of his lackeys brought over chairs for Frankie and Elaine to sit. Everyone else remained standing as they sat. It made their status all the more imposing.
The restaurant staff and guests, who had previously gathered to watch the commotion, were now scattering. At least half of them hurried out of the restaurant.
Clearly, anyone who would do something like this in public was no ordinary thug.
Frankie's men quickly stepped up and grabbed my arms, lifting me off the ground. I didn't resist.
They were professionals, and they had already decided to take things to the extreme. Fighting back would only get me beaten, so I chose to wait it out, hoping the Whites would arrive soon.
"Stop!" Felicia rushed forward to help, but several women held her back.
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