Enzo nudged the door open with his elbow, balancing a tray of bread, fruit, and steaming tea. Serena was perched quietly on the edge of the bed, knees drawn close, staring at the floor. Her silence filled the room heavier than any chain could.“Breakfast,” Enzo said lightly, almost sing-song, as if that alone could chase the gloom away.She didn’t move. Didn’t even blink.He frowned and repeated, firmer this time as he set the tray on the small stand beside her, “Breakfast, Princess.”“I heard you the first time,” Serena snapped, finally lifting her gaze. Her voice cracked with exhaustion and anger. “You’re all the same. All pathetic fools who want to take advantage of me.”Enzo froze for a moment, his playful air dimming. “I’m nothing like them, okay?” he said, softer this time. Slowly, he reached out, fingers brushing through her tangled hair with surprising gentleness.She flinched at first but didn’t pull away. Tears pricked her eyes as she grabbed his hand suddenly, holding it ti
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