Serene let the warm water cascade down her body, sighing in pleasure as it melted away the tension in her muscles. It was a rare luxury and one she intended to enjoy. The bathroom door was locked, and she had no plans of leaving anytime soon, no matter how loudly Matteo pounded on the other side.
“Serene!” He yelled, his voice was furious. “Get out. Now.”
She smirked, tilting her head back to let the water run over her face. “I’m busy,” she called back lazily.
His fist struck the door again, the sound echoing through the walls. “You think you can just waltz in here and make yourself at home?”
“Yes,” she answered simply.
A growl followed, then heavy footsteps pacing outside. She heard the shift in his breathing, the way he was holding back the full force of his rage. He wanted to kick
