Chapter 131: Counterattack

  “We hold here,” Daniel said, opening his eyes and fixing Luca with a steely gaze. “Salvatore will come. Until then, we remind these Dante dogs what it means to fuck with a Shaw.”   Luca’s face split into a fierce grin. “Yes, boss.”   As if in response to Daniel’s declaration, a chorus of engines rumbled in the distance, growing louder by the second. Luca moved to the window, peering out into the darkness.   “Headlights,” he reported. “At least three vehicles, coming up the old logging road.”   Daniel pushed himself to his feet, ignoring the protesting ache in his arm. He joined Luca at the window, watching as a trio of SUVs emerged from the treeline, their headlights cutting through the gloom like searchlights.   “Seems we’ve been found,” Daniel murmured. He turned to Luca, clapping his good hand on the younger man’s shoulder. “You’ve served me well, my friend. Whatever happens next, know that I couldn’t have asked for a more loyal lieutenant.”   Luca’s eyes shone with e