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Chapter 36
Giovanni
“Good morning,” Emiliana’s cheery voice echoed through the kitchen as she made her coffee. With a stoic expression, I kept my eyes trained on the newspaper in front of me. I felt her presence close in on me and I heard the deep breath she took as she took a seat opposite me.
“Where did you go last night?” There was concern etched in her face as she asked. I locked eyes with her stunning hazel ones, refusing to open my mouth. The truth was I was searching for answers and I couldn’t be around either of them when I was doing it nor could I tell them what I was up to. Plus the fact I knew Luciano had dug his claws into her and would have wanted to come back here. I couldn't be around for that. I didn't want to hear her with someone else.
Emiliana sipped her coff
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