_Thalassa's POV_
Matteo's expression hardened as he stepped forward, his gaze narrowing at the sight of the captured guard. "Kade, Lucas," he said, his voice commanding. "Well done. Bring him here."
Lucas nodded, his grip on the guard tightening as they approached us. Kade followed closely behind. As they reached us, Matteo turned his attention to the guard, his expression stern. "You have a lot to answer for," he said, his voice cutting through the air like a blade. "Why did you betray us? Who sent you?"
The guard's eyes darted nervously between Matteo and Kade, his expression shifting between fear and defiance. "I-I didn't have a choice," he stammered, his voice trembling. "They threatened my family. I had to do what they said."
Matteo's jaw clenched, his hands balling into fists at
