*Giovani*

I stood at the foot of the stairs, nearly vibrating with worry. I had to keep my arms crossed to be certain Olivia wouldn’t see me shaking.

She frowned. “Is this about me going out? I’m my own person, I should be able to—”

I shook my head. “Please, can we talk in the room?”

She bit her lower lip but nodded. I breathed a small sigh of relief and led the way.

As soon as the door closed behind us, I put my arms out for ...