Chapter 36
Lara’s POV
The guest room was bigger than my entire apartment. That was the first thing I noticed when Adrian pushed the door open carefully.
The room was elegant but surprisingly warm compared to the rest of the penthouse. Soft beige walls, a large bed neatly made with dark sheets, dim golden lighting, and massive windows overlooking the city skyline. It didn’t feel cold or staged. It felt lived in and comfortable.
“You can stay here as long as you need,” Adrian said quietly. I looked around slowly.
“This room is bigger than my apartment.”
A faint huff of amusement escaped him.
“Your future will survive.”
I glanced at him.
“You say that very confidently.”
“I’m rarely wrong.”
“Wow,” I muttered. “Your ego is alive and healthy.”
“It should be.”
Despite everything happ
