Chapter 72. Matteo Faces Ryder

“It’s not what you’re thinking. I just stayed for a few hours. I’m leaving now,” said Matteo defensively, not wanting to break Emilia’s relationship.

“Did you touch her?” Ryder demanded, grabbing hold of Matteo’s collars. Matteo could have killed him with his bare hands if he wanted, but he didn’t want to hurt Emilia’s husband. She loved him, after all!

“No, I swear I didn’t. I just slept in my room, dude,” said Matteo, extricating himself from the man’s grasp. Ryder scoffed at his words, not believing a word he said.

“Get out before I lose my temper and injure you further,” threatened Ryder, his face red with fury.

“Let me see you try,” said Amelia’s voice as she stormed into the apartment. She couldn’t go to her classes and had to come home to check up on Matteo. She noticed Ryder’s car and listened to Ryder’s threats from outside.

“Amy? I wanted to see you. It’s important. Can we talk in private, please?” asked Ryder, changing his tone completely. Ma