Luca nods and gently shifts me back onto the seat. He fixes his shirt, exits the car and whispers something into Cullum’s ear before helping me out of the ‘Beast’. I look at Cullum whose face is as passive as always. “Thank you, Cullum,” I say with a smile. “Miss Maddison, a pleasure like always. Have a goodnight.” I nod at his response and feel Luca’s hand rest on the small of my back, I look up at Luca as we approach the house. “What did you say to Cullum?” I ask. “I told him that I won’t be needing him for a few hours so he is free to do as he pleases.” We reach the front door, I pull out the keys and open the door “After you Sir.” I hold the door open for him. “Would you like something to drink?” “Not thirsty, more famished, caro.” [dear] I feel the heat of h

