Chapter 53

Althaia

 I quickly sat up and wrapped my arms around his neck. Damiano held me tightly in his body with his strong arms as I sobbed into his neck.

I couldn’t believe he was here, right in front of me and holding me.

He caressed my back as we were in each other’s arms. Something I had missed so much for the past weeks. Something I desperately needed right now.

“Althaia.” Damiano spoke softly and had me look at him. He cupped my face, wiping the tears away. He looked around my face with concern before meeting my eyes. “Tell me what’s wrong.”

I looked at him with teary eyes, not knowing how to even tell him. Where do I even start? This whole thing had gotten out of control, and I didn’t know what to do.

“I -” I bit my lip when my voice cracked and I looked down, trying to breathe before I continued. “I had a fight with my mom…” I decided to say, and I let out a breath before I looked back at him.

He looked at me with furro