Chapter 11: Georgio the Hyena (Part 3)
Steeling himself, Rocco took a step forward.
"You... you're going to be mine... uh, no. I mean... You are mine!" Rocco's voice stumbled before regaining its footing, delivering the line with all the bravado he could muster.
The words, "You are mine," were pivotal in the novel—a bold statement and fitting for the cunning and confident Sylas.
It was a declaration that reflected the mafia-like dominance and assurance of the original protagonist.
But from Rocco? It sounded less like a confident claim and more like a desperate gamble.
When Rocco had first read the line in the novel, he'd thought, What a cool line! It had seemed so bold and commanding.
But now... something about saying it himself felt a bit embarrassing.
To claim someone as "yours" right after meeting them—it clashed awkwardly with the modest sensibilities he'd carried over from his previous life.
Blushing slightly, he stammered and hesitated, fumbling for words.