CASSANDRA'S POV~
A satisfied smirk crossed my face as I heard the cameras snapping, capturing the moment when I slapped Eden. I hoped they'd get a good shot of his stunned expression. I turned on my heels, ignoring the whispers of onlookers as I walked out into the cold night air.
Adriano fell into step beside me, his men scattered around us, keeping watch. He pulled off his coat and draped it over my shoulders, his voice soft and caring. “Are you alright?”
I didn’t know how to respond.
My mind was racing, struggling to make sense of everything that had happened. For years I’d been living in a lie, planning a future with a snake disguised as a man. And yet, I felt a flicker of gratitude for Adriano, pulling me out of that ward and showing his intimidating presence.
I sighed, tears thr
