Chapter 24

*Lucia*

My eyes moved from the green bell pepper at the side to the yellow. Seeing all of them clustered together fascinated me. It was a beautiful sight. I just couldn't get enough. Who knew this heartless mafia would have something this beautiful and charming in the house?

"Well, that's, so," my eyes moved to the side. I caught sight of a spider running to hide behind one of the plants. My heart beat accelerated, frightened I screamed and jumped thinking it was about to run towards me. I missed a foot and began to fall backwards. I shrieked.

Bruno was quick to wrap his hands around me, preventing me from falling to the ground. My hands moved to wrap around his neck swiftly for support. When I felt his hands around my butt, my hands widened. It was more embarrassing than falling.

I pulled away from him quickly.

"Are you alright?" He asked concern written in his voice. It felt a bit warm to see him care for me. He was quick to protect me and though I hated to admit it, I liked that.