RAFAEL'S POV:
She looked beautiful, yet simple. Dressed in jeans and a tank top, her fresh face exuded a sense of relief that made all the difference. It was evident she was content in her own skin, and her minimal makeup only enhanced the natural glow of her skin.
"Let's go," she said, smiling for the first time. My heart started pounding rapidly inside my chest. I was well aware she had the potential to be my undoing—not in a lethal sense, but a genuine threat to my carefully guarded emotions. What am I talking to myself about? I mentally smacked myself to break out of the trance I was in.
"Let's go," I said, motioning for her to follow me.
I warned Bryan and Eva not to cross our paths. I want to be alone with her so she can get more comfortable with me. That is my life objective rig
