Chapter 17. A Penitent Question

Aurora’s POV

I stretched my arms from the restless sleep I had and jumped out of the bed. My mind couldn't accept to rest after everything that happened last night so I stood up and brushed my teeth.

Since I left my uncle's house, I hadn't done any exercise or even jogged in the morning which was unlike me.

I tossed on a black crop top and a matching pair of joggers then packed my messy hair into a ponytail. As I left my room, I heard some voices, from the wing opposite the direction of my room which belonged to Angelo. It wasn't loud enough to warrant attention, but as usual, I let curiosity take the lead.

When the door creaked open, I ran towards the hallway quickly and headed for the gate. Matteo's house arrest could kiss my jogging ass.

"Where are you going?" I heard when I got to the gate and turned around to stare at the person who caused me to halt my steps.

Matteo stood by the window with a questioning look and a running o