Manuel's POV
I cannot take my eyes off Lily. I thought Carmen and Ariana were beautiful, but they are nothing compared to Lily. I never thought Lily would turn out to be this beautiful swan. No wonder Diego is all over her. Was she always this beautiful, and was I just too blind to see? I cannot let Diego have her. She is mine. I know I wanted her for her father's position in the Italian Mafia, but I think I am in love. I never thought that I would say it about Lily. Holy hell, I am stunned. I almost forgot to sit down as Lily sat down.
"I do not know why I was so blind when we were in school. You are amazing. Lily, you are the most beautiful woman I have ever seen. I forgot how beautiful you were. Lily, do you have to go back to Italy? I don't want you to go back. Please stay here with
