Emily's POV
Relief washed over me as the door creaked open, and Marco stepped into the room. My heart leaped with hope, knowing he was back. His presence alone eased the tension that had gripped me in his absence.
“Marco, you’re back,” I exclaimed, relief flooding through me as he approached.
“I’m sorry for leaving so abruptly earlier. There was an urgent matter I needed to attend to,” he explained, his expression apologetic.
“It’s okay. I understand,” I reassured him, grateful that he was back and safe.
As Marco settled back into the bed, I knew that it was finally time to share my secret with him. Gathering my courage, I took a deep breath and prepared myself to tell him about my little connection to Jason.
But as i was about to speak, Marco claimed my lips.
Feeling Marco’s lips p
