Matteo was still for a few minutes after Viviana walked away and suddenly felt as Amy released his arm.
"Boy, that was a close one. She looked so different I barely recognized her..." She began but Matteo cut her off.
"Why did you do that?" he asked, his face serious. Amy took a step back.
"I'm sorry. I saw you coming this way and then I heard what she was saying. I wanted to help you get her off your back. I..." she began but Matteo shook his head.
"I didn't need your help dealing with her." He said, pacing a bit.
"I'm sorry. I just wanted to help." Amy said, trying to be calm.
Matteo was quiet, looking out towards the city. He'd held her hand in his, he'd felt her skin on his lips... they'd been so close. It was better this way, for her to think he'd moved on. Then maybe she
