Anna stepped into Vincenzo’s office, leaving Lucy alone in the hallway with Marco.

Lucy’s body trembled as she took a step back, ready to turn away.

“Lucy,” Marco called, stopping her in her tracks.

Marco paused, studying her for a moment before asking, “How are you doing?”

“Fine,” Lucy muttered, forcing the words past her lips.

Marco took a step toward her. 

Instinctively, Lucy stepped back, putting more distance between them.

Marco's shoulders slumped slightly. "Are ...