Chapter 23

I followed Lucca inside just as Carlotta came out of what seemed to be the kitchen. She gave me a small smile which I tried to return but it was more of a grimace. Angelo must have filled Matteo and Carlotta in with what happened since they were all clearly treading on eggshells around me. "Just pick whichever rooms you want. Carlotta get one of these idiots to bring your bags in." Lucca sent the boys a glare before going upstairs with our things. "Did they just leave your bags in the car?" She chuckled and nodded. "They're boys aren't they, lazy little shits." I cracked a small smile before mumbling good night and following Lucca upstairs. "Go to sleep, you must be tired." For once I didn't argue and just got into the huge bed. I tried to fall asleep but my mind wouldn't allow it, eventually Lucca got in next to me and his arm went over my waist. "You're safe with me tesoro, go to sleep." I turned around in his arms and rested my head against his chest, I closed my eyes feeling slee