But most shockingly of all, Massimo didn't complain. He didn't even frown—well, no more than usual. He looked as comfortable sitting in his business class seat as he did sitting in his private jet.Elena didn't comment on any of this though. She didn't want to be rude.But, privately, Elena reflecte
Massimo was shocked. Why were the Conti members suddenly insisting they had to leave? It made no sense."What's going on?" Massimo asked."I can't say," Nico said with a frown. "But personal matters have come up, so we must go home.""Surely you don't all need to leave," Massimo insisted. "Better ye
Elena was exhausted. She had fun learning more about Massimo's extended family, but that didn't mean she wasn't tired.Beatrice, oddly, was the first to notice. "While we're here, why don't we visit the aquarium down the street? It'd be a nice way to unwind before we get down to business."Luna and
There was another knock at the door. This time it was louder.At the same moment Elena dropped her arms, so did Massimo. In practically the same breath, they pulled apart. Wordlessly, they both put on one of the Grand Mermaid Hotel's complementary robes and headed to the door.Massimo opened the doo
"What are you doing?" Elena asked."I'll sleep on the floor," Massimo replied simply."Are you crazy?" Elena asked. "You can't do that. It's so unhealthy.""They clean the suites thoroughly," Massimo said."But sleeping on even a clean floor is bad for you. It can cause all sorts of back problems, n
Massimo harshly grabbed the shoulder of the person in the large coat, separating them from Elena."Are you alright?" Massimo asked.Elena's face was pink. "Y-yeah, I'm fine? What are you doing here?""Dinner ended," Massimo said dismissively. "If you're fine, why do look so nervous? What's really go