A sudden knock came on Anna’s bedroom door.

Both Anna and Vincenzo jolted in surprise. 

Anna’s eyes darted to Vincenzo’s chest, and a rush of heat flooded her cheeks as she suddenly realized just how close they were.

“Oh my God—sorry!” Anna blurted, scrambling to her feet in a rush.

Vincenzo rose from the floor, brushing dust from his shirt. 

The air between them felt tense with awkward silence.

Vincenzo stared at Anna, saying nothing.

She quickly smoothed her hair, tucking ...