Chapter 215 - A Dance in the Gardens

Laughter and music filled the hallways as the lavish feast at the Los Demonios del Deserto cartel mansion went late into the night. Noah was lying awake in the medical center, restless. His thoughts kept returning to what he had spoken with Alessio earlier. He couldn't resist the need to go out of the room, even with the warmth of the bed and the reassurance that he was safe. His desire for freedom and the fresh air of the gardens grew stronger and itching stronger. “Perhaps, if you find some strength, we might go for a walk in the gardens?” Alessio said, just as if she was reading his mind. “If? Alessio, the strength is here and waiting” he said and she laughed, her dimples becoming visible whenever she smiled as he looked at her. He quickly finished his meal and drank some water, dropping the plate on the bedside stand. He put both legs off the bed in an attempt to stand. “You sure about this, Ark?” she asked, “Of course, what do you mean? Besides, I need to stretch my leg