The moment passed. The sedan rammed the bumper and sped off into the night, disappearing around the corner.
A photo of two people walking side by side, seen from behind — one slightly angled to watch the other’s blind spot. Or a vintage illustration of Roman soldiers protecting each other. guardaspalle
Marco held the door open. Vittorio slid into the back seat, sinking into the leather. Before Marco closed the door, Vittorio looked up. The moment passed
"He’s done. Pull up."
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