SERAFINA
The ride back home was filled with a tense silence. I sat beside Adriko as he drove, his hands clenching the steering wheel occasionally. I replayed everything that had happened in the hospital as I stared out the window.
Why can't I catch a break? I have never felt so unsafe in my entire life. Yes, I knew how dangerous the Camorra is but I have never had anyone physically attack me before.
I bit my lip to stop it from trembling but the effort was futile.A shaky breath escaped me and before I knew it, tears rolled down my cheeks.
Adriko noticed, his sharp gaze flicked to me as he swore softly under his breath.
“Don’t” he said, his voice low but commanding.
“Don't what?” I shot back, wiping my tears with trembling fingers.
“Cry? Be scared? What do you want me to do Adrik
