DANGEROUSLY YOURS MR.VALE

CHAPTER 15

Luca’s Pov

I paced the small room, checking my watch. The dinner was in one hour. Sienna stood nearby, folding a shirt for me. “Victor is going to push hard tonight,” I said. “He already texted Clara more questions about the crash.”

Sienna walked over and fixed my collar. “We stick to the story. Memory loss. Love at first sight. Simple.” She kissed me quickly. “I love you. We got this.”

Noah came in looking worried. “Ethan called me again. He says the real Damian is at the building near Victor’s office. He wants to talk to Sienna one last time before dinner.”

I felt the jealousy hit. “Tell him no. She is not talking to him.” Sienna took my hand. “Luca, calm down. I will call him on speaker. We need the info.” I nodded, but my chest felt tight. “Fine. But I stay right here.”

Sienna dialled. “Ethan, what is going on?” Ethan’s voice came fast. “Sienna, Damian contacted me. He knows Luca is fake. He is heading to the dinner. Please leave now. I can protect you. I still have feelings for you.”

Luca cut in. “She is my wife, Ethan. Stop this. Send proof or hang up.” Ethan replied, “Luca or whoever you are, the real Damian wants his life back. Sienna deserves better than lies.” Sienna sighed. “Ethan, I love Luca. Our marriage is real now. Send the info and stop calling like this.” Ethan said, “I worry about you. This dinner could destroy everything. Think about it.”

I hung up. “He keeps pushing. It drives me crazy.” Sienna hugged me. “Hey, focus on me. I chose you. Ethan is old news.” I kissed her forehead. “I know. But with Victor waiting and Damian rumours, his calls add too much drama.”

Clara called. “Luca, Victor just asked me if Sienna knows about your past. He seems ready to test you both. And someone who looks like Damian was seen outside.” I answered, “We are ready. Stay close to us at dinner.” Clara said, “I will. But if Damian walks in, it gets messy. Sienna, keep smiling no matter what.” Sienna replied, “I will, Clara. Thank you for helping us.” Clara ended, “For you two. You seem real together.”

Noah spoke up. “What if Damian really shows? What do we say?” I looked at him. “We say the marriage is real. Sienna is mine. No details.” Sienna added, “And we leave together after. Noah, you stay safe here. Call if anything strange happens.” Noah nodded. “I will. I feel bad that this is all because of my debt.” I patted his shoulder. “You are family. We fix it together.”

I pulled Sienna aside. “All this drama before dinner is killing me. Ethan, Damian, Victor. Talk to me.” Sienna touched my face. “I am nervous, too. What if Victor asks about my old investigations?” I said, “Tell him you gave them up for love. For us. It is true now.” Sienna smiled. “Yes. You changed what I wanted. No more chasing alone.” I kissed her softly. “Good. Because I love you more every time we talk like this.”

Another message came. I read it out loud. “Real Damian will greet his wife tonight.” Sienna shook her head. “They want us to fight before we even go.” I deleted it. “We do not fight. We stay strong. Tell me you are sure about us.” Sienna replied, “I am sure. You are my husband. Fake start but real heart. I love you, Luca.” I held her. “I love you too. This drama makes me want forever even more.”

Noah interrupted. “Ethan sent a photo. Looks like a man who could be Damian near the office.” I looked. “It could be fake. Victor is playing games.” Sienna asked, “What do we do if he is there?” I answered, “Hold my hand. Act normal. We are a happy couple.” Sienna said, “Yes. And after dinner we come back here and talk in the real future.” I nodded. “Kids. Home. Isabella is safe with us. No more secrets.”

Clara texted. “Victor is already at the table. He looks serious. Come soon.” I showed Sienna. “Time to go. Are you ready?” Sienna took a breath. “Ready with you. But this pressure feels heavy.” I kissed her deep. “We handle it. Remember our talks. Our love beats all their drama.” Sienna replied, “It does. Ethan can call all he wants. I am yours.”

Noah hugged Sienna. “Be careful, sis. Call me right after dinner.” Sienna said, “I will. Love you, brother. Stay with Marco.” Noah answered, “Love you too. You two are good together. Do not let the drama win.”

We got ready to leave. I held Sienna’s hand. “Whatever Victor says tonight, we answer as team.” Sienna squeezed back. “Team. I love how you look at me even now.” I smiled. “Because you are my everything. The revenge was cold. You made it warm.” Sienna said, “Same for me. I used to fight alone. Now I have you and Noah.”

My phone rang. Unknown. I answered. “Who is this?” A voice said, “Damian here. Enjoy my dinner tonight. My wife looks good in photos.” I hung up fast. “It was him. Or someone pretending.” Sienna’s eyes widened. “Drama right before we walk out.” I pulled her close. “Ignore it. Tell me again.” Sienna said, “I love you. Only you. No old life. No, Damian.” I kissed her. “Good. I love you more. You are my real wife.”

We talked fast with Noah. “If we are late, do not worry,” I said. Noah replied, “I will wait for your call. Stay strong.” Sienna added, “We will. This dinner tests us, but we pass.” I looked at her. “Yes. After this, we plan our real life. No more calls from Ethan.” Sienna laughed softly. “Deal. I will block him after tonight.”

Clara called one last time. “They are waiting. Victor asked about Noah again. Stay calm.” I answered, “We are calm. Thanks for the warning.” Clara said, “Good luck. Sienna, you make Luca better. I see it.” Sienna replied, “Thank you, Clara. See you soon.”

I turned to Sienna. “This is it. Big drama night.” Sienna held my hands. “Big drama but bigger love. What if Victor brings up the debt?” I said, “I paid it. Say it was love. Family.” Sienna nodded. “Family. That is us now.” I kissed her again. “Yes. You, me, Noah, Isabella soon. Tell me you want that.” Sienna said, “I want that so much. Even with all this noise.”

Noah waved as we headed out. “Come back happy.” I answered, “We will. Call me after.” Sienna added, “Love you. Stay safe.” In the car, I kept her hand. “Whatever happens at dinner, remember this talk.” Sienna replied, “I will. Our words are stronger than their games.” I smiled. “Exactly. I love you, Sienna.” She said, “I love you more, Luca. Let’s face it.”