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Gabriella’s POV

SEVEN YEARS AGO.

“ It’ll be over once he realizes you’re dead.” I shockingly stare at Allistori’s back once his words cut to the air like a fucking sharp knife. He calmly put his whiskey on the table and looked at me. At first, I was afraid because of the way he looked at me. The first time I saw his eyes, it was something. It was as if he was from hell and the darkest part of him can be seen through his eyes. “ I already made sure to leave evidence behind so you cannot be found—.”

“ Why are you helping me?”

The low sound of his footsteps was the only sound breaking the silence. Allistori stared back, put up a smirk, and did nothing but shake his head. I’ve waited for him to say anything but he only stared as if he was mesmerized by something.

I gasped. “ Is it because I’m a Vittorio?”

Allistori watched me.

Carefully. Strategically.

He’s watching me as if my face bears all the answers he needs in this world. His pupils dilated for a second and it changed. I saw