Chapter 43

A sudden wave of icy cold air swept through the private room, making Sienna shiver. William shot to his feet as Sienna turned her head. L wore a perfectly tailored black suit, his masked face giving nothing away, but the sharp lines of his jaw and the icy edge in his eyes were terrifying. His deep, piercing gaze fell on her, sending a chill down her spine. Sienna was shocked by his arrival. Her face was pale, and she scrambled to her feet. His cold hands reached out to pull her up. At some point, he had moved to the couch, his frigid gaze sweeping over her like a blade, leaving her trembling. She bit her lip and instinctively stepped behind him, seeking shelter in his towering presence. He turned, his sharp eyes landing on William, who had been clutching Sienna's waist. William froze. He knew L was just a thug, but his domineering presence made William let go without realizing it. When he snapped out of it, rage overtook him. "It's you again, you thug!" he shouted. Before Will