A TALL HORNY STRANGER
“You fight over me, over what I mean to him, over control — and you forget what matters. You’re destroying yourselves. I won’t let it happen!”
Nico’s grip on my shoulder loosened slightly, and I could see the conflict in his eyes. For the first time, he hesitated, unsure whether to continue the fight or listen to me.
Luca’s smirk faded. “Bold,” he said quietly. Then, with a swift motion, he turned and bolted toward the nearest exit — disappearing into the shadows.
I barely had time to register it before Nico released a sharp breath.
“He’s gone,” I whispered.
Nico turned toward me, every muscle still coiled. “This isn’t over,” he said softly. “He won’t stop until he gets what he wants.”