Darlene’s pov
I was speechless. Being loved by the one meant for me was the best feeling in the entire world, but as usual, my fate was cursed. I had found love, but building a life with him in the heart of a criminal empire was questionable.
“Mate? Say something,” he said, tracing my chin with his thumb.
Say something? Didn’t he realise his mere presence was causing a riot in my heart? The words he uttered had caused a massive tsunami of emotions, and I could only hope I didn’t drown in the waves.
I sniffled and fought against the tears brimming in my eyes. Darn it! Why did I have to cry each time? How was I supposed to hide what I felt if they wouldn’t stop dousing my eyes?
“Baby,” he whispered, wiping my wet eyelashes with his thumb. “You mean the entire world to me. This,” he sa
