Playing with Fire

"That's not fair," Alessia protested, her voice tinged with frustration, as Valerio turned his back on her.

His deep laughter reverberated through the air, causing her heart to race.

"Everything is fair in love and war, sweetheart," he announced shamelessly, his confidence evident in every word.

Alessia took a deep breath, feeling the need to be heard. She mustered her courage and made a decision.