Chapter 43 – A Night of Danger and Desire

POV: Adrian

Tonight, I wanted her to forget the world. To forget the danger, the schemes, the darkness that followed our every step. Tonight was just us—Isabella and me. No threats, no hidden enemies, no shadows creeping over walls. I wanted to see her smile without restraint, feel her laugh, watch her indulge in simple pleasures. She deserved it. Deserved a life that was hers and hers alone, if only for a few stolen hours. it was only her and me. ...