Chapter 33. Just Stay Here

But regardless of what was to come, I was confident in our love, a love that had withstood the test of time and hardships.

Months passed, and Riccardo’s recovery progressed slowly. Every day was a struggle, but we remained steadfast in our commitment to each other.

And when he was finally able to come home from the hospital, I made sure that the house was adorned with flowers and candles- a romantic welcome home for my beloved.

As we sat together once again, relishing in the happiness of being together at last, Riccardo turned to me with a mischievous glint in his eye. “I have something special planned for you tonight,” he said coyly.

As the night wore on, Riccardo showed me just how much he still loved me- with every kiss, every touch, every caress.

And as we lay together afterward, I knew that there was nothing in this life more important than the bond that we shared.

But even as we took solace in each other’s arms, danger loomed on the horizon