His Donna
“To the new Don and Donna of our family.”
The applause was scattered, polite, but heavy with tension. He placed the glass down, retook my hand, and guided me off the stage.
Music filled the hall once more, breaking the silence. Strippers climbed polished poles in the corners, drawing eager eyes, while waiters weaved between tables with trays of expensive wine. Leonardo led me around the room, making introductions, shaking hands, exchanging smiles that never reached his eyes. By the time we sat at our table, my feet ached and my nerves were frayed.
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