Chapter 147

MILA

The next three days pass in a haze of gentle touches, whispered reassurances, and quiet moments that I will never forget.

Lorenzo stays with me the entire time, refusing to leave for even an hour. His presence becomes a comfort I never knew I needed.

Every time I shift in bed, wincing from the lingering soreness, he is there- - -adjusting my pillows, smoothening my hair, or pressing a kiss to