POPPYThree days had passed since my date with Grey, and my life had begun to change. It felt strange, exciting, and terrifying at the same time. It was as if I hadn't realized I'd been suffocating my whole life, and only now did I truly learn to breathe.I had become more daring, confidently speaking my mind and stating what I wanted. Grey certainly hadn't complained about it. And speaking of Grey, I had a feeling that our relationship had evolved into something deeper, more meaningful. None of us named it. There were no declarations, but our connection strengthened, and I loved this new energy between us.During those three days, Cory and I had been researching Gaspare Valentino. We hadn't found anything that could give Grey leverage, but we weren't giving up trying. In the morning, I had collected every piece of information, and now, I was heading to Grey's office in central Manhattan.I was nervous. I wanted to look like a professional, but I couldn't even stop my body from shakin
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