Chapter 74

The next morning, I wake up feeling refreshed. Rested.

I stretch my arms above my head, letting out a groan as my joints crack.

I roll over on the bed, my eyes opening in surprise.

Lorenzo is staring down at me, his blue eyes piercing through mine.

“How did you get in here?” I ask quietly.

His brow furrows. “I always come in here when you’re sleeping.”

My eyes widen in shock. “What? Why?”

“Because I like it,” he answers, shrugging.

I don’t reply.

“Elena.” Lorenzo’s voice is softer than I’ve ever heard it before. “I need to ask you something.”

My pulse quickens in my neck, my...