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Chapter Fifty

DO YOU KNOW HOW TO SKATE?••Roman••“You didn’t want to come down from the car,” I said calmly, adjusting my grip on her back. “So I carried you.”She blinked slowly, processing, then gave a small hum that vibrated against my shoulder. Before I could say anything else, she rested her head fully against my back again.Then she snored. Loudly.I froze for half a second, disbelief tugging at me before I let out a quiet breath. Alcohol had completely defeated her. Whatever fire she had been running on earlier was gone, burned out and replaced with this soft, unguarded weight against me.I carried her into the room, kicked the door shut, and lowered her onto the bed. She barely stirred when I removed her shoes, barely reacted when I pulled the blanket over her. She rolled onto her side, hair falling into her face, mouth slightly open like none of the chaos from earlier had ever happened.I stood there longer than necessary, watching her breathe. Then I turned away and opened my laptop. I h

Chapter Fifty One

I CAN'T BELIEVE THIS••Roman••I glanced at the caller ID: Theo. Although we had no plans for the day, Theo rarely called without a purpose. I paused for just a moment before picking up the phone. Theo's voice was quick to reach me—tense and tinged with regret. “Sorry to bother you.” “You already have,” I replied. “What’s going on?” There was a brief, weighted silence. “I found something. Genuine information.” My jaw tightened. “About what?” “The secret,” Theo began. “The one you overheard in Don Lorenzo’s office. The one you asked me to investigate.” A chill crept into my chest. “What is it?” I inquired. As Theo spoke, I halted in my tracks. The vibrant sounds of the surrounding world—the laughter from the rink, the grinding of skates, the faint music—all dulled, like someone gradually turning down the volume. I gripped the phone more tightly. Theo continued, and I simply stood there, entranced by his words. Something shifted within me, a profound realization settling in, li

Chapter Fifty Two

I NEED DISTANCE FROM HIM••Roman••I stepped out of the living room, where I was enjoying a movie with Luciana, to take Theo's call. I had a feeling it was about what he had filled me in on earlier today, and I couldn't discuss it in front of Luci—it's not something I want her to be aware of just yet. After all, if I were to bring it up with her, she deserves a thorough explanation.I moved into the bedroom and answered the call on the second ring. “Go ahead,” I said.Theo took a deep breath on the other end, and that single action told me everything I needed to know. He never hesitated unless the news was bad.“I’ve got confirmation,” he said. “Your father was aware.” I tightened my grip on the phone. “Aware of what, exactly?” “That Andrian was being targeted.” His words hit me like a physical blow. Targeted signified intent. It signified a plan. “When did this happen?” I pressed. “A few days before the accident,” Theo informed me. “One of Lorenzo’s men discreetly told him. Ma

Chapter Fifty Three

SHE IS BECOMING A LIABILITY ••Roman••The flight back to Russia was quiet in a way that made my chest feel tight.Luciana boarded first, took her seat, and put on her headset before the engines even started. She did even glance in my direction. Just distance, clean and deliberate. She angled her body toward the window and sat their quietly looking out the windows, like I wasn’t there at all.I understood the message.I didn’t try to speak nor reach for her. I let the silence sit between us, heavy and cold, because anything I said now would either be too late or not enough. Maybe both.Hours passed like that. The hum of the jet. The occasional shift of her legs. Her fingers tapping lightly against her thigh to music only she could hear. Once, I caught myself watching the reflection of her face in the window. Calm and closed off. A woman who had already decided to protect herself.By the time we landed, the distance felt permanent. The car ride to the estate was the same. She stared ahe

Chapter Fifty Four

I NEED TO GET A DELIVERY••Luciana••Roman did not come to the room that night.The door stayed closed. The space beside me stayed cold. It gave me permission to fall apart quietly. I cried into the pillow, hard enough that my chest ached, careful not to make a sound that would echo down the hallway. I told myself I was crying because of what I heard. Because of Andrian. Because of the truth twisting itself into something ugly inside my head, but that was a lie.I was crying because somewhere between his silence and his absence, something had started to matter. Something I never planned for. Something that began to grow in my heart even before I could realize itnever gave permission to grow.I barely admitted it to myself. Still, the truth pressed heavy against my ribs. Whatever I felt for Roman had slipped past my defenses. It did not feel like heartbreak. It felt worse. It felt like someone reached into my chest and removed my heart entirely, leaving only the echo of where it used

Chapter Fifty Five

DELAYED EXPLANATION••Luciana••“My sweatshirt looks good on you.” His voice slipped into the space between us like it had every right to be there.I just know I will not be the one to break the silence, and he silently took the offer and said something first.I didn't answer, I just kept walking.The hallway felt longer than usual, each step measured, and the sound of footsteps were audible enough. I pretended not to hear him. Silence was easier than saying the wrong thing.“How are you doing?” he asked.I stopped walking and turned just enough to look at him. “Do I have to report that to you too?”His jaw tightened for a second before he relaxed it. “Where are you going?”I faced forward again and continued walking. The answer stayed locked behind my teeth.“We have an event tomorrow,” he said after a moment. “You need to come with me.”“I do not want to go.”“You know you have to, Luciana.” His voice stayed calm and controlled. “We cannot continue like this. It is not what you thin

Chapter Fifty Six

IT HURTS••Luciana••I left the party early.It wasn’t even long after Roman walked out on me. The party was still going on but none of it made sense without him there. I scanned the hall one last time, hoping to spot Theo. I didn't see him, they must have left together.Great. Just great.I went back to my room, the black dress swaying around my legs like it was mocking me for even trying tonight. All that effort and elegance, just wasted. I stood in front of the mirror and stared at my reflection.My hair was still perfect, my makeup still flawless. I brought out my phone and took few selfies of my self. When i mean few, that was about 20 or more... I rarely take pictures but when I do I like to capture every angle.Am I really that beautiful? The thought surprised me. Huh. What is wrong with me?I sighed, tugged the zipper down, peeled off the dress, and tossed it over a chair. Then I flopped onto the bed in my pajamas and stared at the ceiling. Fine. I would enjoy the night all

Chapter Fifty Seven

PIECE OF MY MIND••Luciana••“I’m really sorry, Luci,” Roman said softly.I sniffed. My chest hurt like someone had pressed a heavy stone into it. “It’s not your fault,” I whispered.“Please don’t cry,” he said. “It hurts me.”He lifted his hand and wiped my face gently. His touch was weak but warm.My heart felt shattered. Not just broken. Shattered. And all that rage inside me had only one name now.Lorenzo Orlov.“It’s fine,” I managed to say. “I feel bad blaming you all this while.”“You had the right to,” he replied. “After all, it’s my father. I’m just sorry this family caused you pain.” His voice was so soft, so tired, that I almost started crying again.“Please sleep, Roman,” I said. “I want to too.”He drifted off easily. His warm breath brushed my skin. His body relaxed against mine. I just stayed awake. There's no way sleep will come with all these emotions I'm feeling. My thoughts were loud. I wouldn’t let this slide.I would face Lorenzo. Mafia boss or not. My Husband's

Chapter Fifty Eight

LOVE IN OUR HEARTS••Roman••I opened my eyes slowly. I was welcomed by pain in my body. My ribs screamed as soon as I tried to shift. My shoulder felt like it had been set on fire, and my legs throbbed like a living thing. I sucked in a breath and froze.Every single part of me hurt.I’ve been through worse, but pain never gets easier. No one becomes immune to it. The body remembers every injury like a bitter diary entry.I turned my head. Luciana wasn’t beside me.Panic flickered for half a second before I saw her on the couch. She sat there, slumped forward, a book resting on her lap, her head hanging like sleep had dragged her under without permission.She must have moved there while I was fast asleep.Why the couch? The bed was big enough for both of us.I watched her quietly.Her head dipped forward. Stopped. Dipped again. She jerked slightly and rubbed her eyes, then looked up.Our eyes met.I smiled without thinking.“You’re awake!” she said immediately, standing up and rushin

Chapter Fifty Nine

FAMILY TIES ••Luciana••The soft sound of Roman clearing his throat pulled me out of sleep. I blinked and lifted my head slowly. My neck felt stiff. The book was still open on my lap, and I realized I must have dozed off again.He was sitting up slightly against the pillows, watching me.“Sleeping beauty,” he said with a grin.“How long have you been awake?” I asked, rubbing my eyes.“Long enough to watch you enjoy your sweet sleep.”“I didn’t sleep deep,” I said quickly.“You were drooling.”“I was not!”He laughed. “Relax. I’m joking.”I narrowed my eyes at him. “You’re enjoying this too much.”“I have been stuck in this bed with nothing to do. Let me enjoy my free entertainment.”“So I’m your entertainment now?”“You, that book, and the ceiling. You rank number one currently.”“I just discovered something, I wonder how I didn't notice all this time.” he said suddenly.“What?” I asked, thinking it was something serious.“You won’t like it if I say it.”“You’ve already started, so f

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