Three weeks later, I was standing in the grand hall of the Falcone family estate.Crystal chandeliers, marble floors, priceless paintings on the walls.It was the first time Matteo brought me to a family gathering."Relax, baby," he whispered in my ear. "It's just a simple business dinner tonight."I nodded, tightening my grip on his arm.With Matteo's possessiveness, I thought he'd be different from the others.He never let other men get near me.He'd leave hickeys on my neck, marking his territory.He even had bodyguards follow me 24/7."Matteo!"A familiar voice called down from the staircase.Bianca, wearing a long silver gown, was descending the spiral staircase.What was she doing here?"Bianca." Matteo nodded at her. His voice was polite but distant. "You made it."I was confused, but I didn't say a word.Bianca walked up to us and gave me a defiant smile."Viviana, long time no see."Then she turned to Matteo, deliberately pulling up her sleeve."Matteo, look."Her arm shimmere
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