|Cassian's POV|
I needed an outlet for my anger. The last twelve to fourteen hours with Ilaria had been...stressful— for the lack of a better word. I stormed down the arched staircase opening into the lavish living area, decked in decor of cream and golden colour with a splash of violet here and there, adding to the regal accents. I bought this house as one of the many safe houses for me and my family all around the world. Nothing could get past the perimeter without my permission, and even though one could not see them, but there were still snipers and mercenaries posted all over the property to ensure that any enemy aiming to kill would be dissuaded. I stepped towards the wall that had floor to ceiling windows giving a view of the sprawling gardens outside when Rafael entered the livin
