Chapter 101
Federico pushed the door open gently, his heart still pounding from the worry that had gripped him since Azalea fainted. She was propped up against the pillows, her hair slightly damp from Vicky’s attempt to cool her down. When her gaze lifted to meet his, he crossed the room in quick strides.
“You scared me, Azalea,” he said, his voice low but urgent as he sat beside her. His hand brushed her cheek before pulling her into his arms. “For a moment, I thought something terrible had happened to you. Thank goodness the doctor said it’s just stress.”
Azalea melted into his embrace, her arms curling around his waist. “I didn’t mean to frighten you,” she murmured, resting her cheek against his chest. “But I’m glad it’s nothing serious, too.”
He tightened his hold on her, kissing t
