LEONARDO'S POVThe moment the hospital doors opened, the medical team rushed Natalia straight into surgery.I stood in the corridor and watched them disappear through the doors, my hands still stained with her blood.Two days ago, I never would have imagined I'd be standing in a hospital, waiting for news about the woman I'd spent so long trying to keep at a distance. But none of that mattered anymore. Natalia had stepped in front of a bullet meant for me without hesitation.If she hadn't moved, I would be the one behind those doors right now, lying on an operating table while doctors fought to keep me alive.I hated owing anyone anything. But this wasn't something I could repay with money, a favor, or a simple thank-you.She had risked her life for mine and I didn't know what to do with that weight. Minutes dragged into hours. I barely moved from the waiting area. Every time the operating room doors opened, my eyes immediately lifted, hoping to see the doctor. Eventually, a doct
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