The events that followed were a whirlwind of confusion. But she felt as if her soul was out of her body. She was genuinely afraid he might get hurt.
When the commotion subsided and the medals and awards were handed out, Marco led her to a sort of private suite.
The moment they were alone, Laura clung to him.
She opened his shirt and pressed her nose against his chest.
Marco opened his arms and embraced her.
"Baby, are you okay?"
"I was afraid of losing you. I didn't know it was so dangerous."
"I'm here, and I'm not going anywhere."
"Why do you do this? It's not for the money, is it?"
"No, not even for the award."
"Why do you risk your life like this?"
"Baby, I..."
"You said you wouldn't lie."
She would be scared, but he would tell the truth.
"I needed something to release the
