Chapter 103

Ellie

I didn't know what in the world possessed me to walk into his room at this ungodly hour. Maybe I'd finally lost my marbles, but here I was, face-to-face with Giovanni...or rather, nose-to-nose since I was currently half sprawled on top of him!

"Let go of me," I said.

I struggled against his grip, the words tumbling weakly from my lips as I felt his hand gently caress my back. A tingling warmth spread through my body, radiating from where his fingers touched me. Our faces were dangerously close, our breath mingling in the small space between us. My heart thrummed against my chest, a rapid beat that matched the intensity of the moment.

"Are you sure you want that, amore mio?" he rumbled as he brushed his lips on top of mine. 

 I could feel his warm breath on my face, sending shivers down my spine. His gaze was intense, holding me captive in the moment. My mind was racing, trying to make sense of what was happening.