Chapter Eight- Terms & Conditions

Mia was stunned at the sudden command. Lorenzo appeared different this time around and Mia was unable to put her finger on it. It wasn’t as if she knew the guy so she couldn't dwell too much on it. Regardless, something about him seemed off. Sure, Lorenzo had been reserved that night nearly a month ago but it was different now. He seemed as if he had learned something horrifying about her. There was no cold shoulder or anything of the sorts but he seemed distant. His body language was guarded. Lorenzo knew that his abrupt presence would catch Mia off guard. He had been keeping his distance for a while now. He needed to come up with a game plan. It was important for both Mia and Lorenzo.  Lorenzo knew exactly how many days had passed. So did Lucas, his trusted bodyguard. They were both very discreet and Mia was usually up in the clouds so she didn’t realize. Neither did Laura luckily. Lorenzo had made sure of it. While the businessman pondered his next move, he made sure