Chapter 335: Disappear
Tony had never been one for pleasantries, especially when it came to handling someone like Nicole. He stood in the doorway of her upscale apartment, arms crossed, his tall frame casting a shadow over her. Nicole, dressed in an expensive silk robe, eyed him warily. She hadn’t expected a visit from Remo’s right-hand man, and certainly not on Christmas Eve.
"Tony," she said, her voice wavering slightly, though she tried to mask it with a forced smile. "What a surprise. I wasn’t expecting company."
Tony didn’t bother with small talk. His expression was hard, his dark eyes sharp as they took in her casual demeanor. "We need to talk, Nicole."
She stepped back, motioning for him to come inside, but Tony shook his head. He had no interest in lingering here longer than necessary.
"No need," he said, his voice firm. "I’m here on behalf of Remo."
At the mention of Remo’s name, Nicole’s face brightened for a split second. Her obsession with him had always been obvious, and she was good at hiding it, but Tony could see through her. She had been a complication in Remo’s life for too long, and he had orders to deal with it.
"Remo sent you?" Nicole asked, trying to keep her tone casual, but the eager glint in her eyes betrayed her. "I haven’t heard from him in a while. What does he want?"
Tony stared at her, his jaw set. "He wants you gone. Away from Abby. Away from him. You’re not to show your face near either of them again."
Nicole’s smile faltered, and for a moment, she looked taken aback. "What? Why would Remo—"
"Don’t play dumb, Nicole," Tony interrupted, his voice hardening. "You’ve been hovering around for far too long, and we all know why. It’s over. Remo and Abby are together now, and they’re moving on with their lives. You’re not part of it."
Nicole’s eyes narrowed, a hint of defiance creeping into her expression. "You think you can just waltz in here and tell me to disappear like I’m some sort of problem to be swept under the rug?"