ELLA
Twisting and turning, I fluttered my eyes open. The silence around me felt heavy.
I decided to head downstairs for coffee or anything that would take my mind off the ache inside me. Adrian had left yesterday for Italy and hadn’t called since.
My number was restricted, but that shouldn’t have been a problem for him. Still, there was nothing but silence.
He had been taking me on an emotional roller coaster, and I had no idea how to place my feelings anymore. Toddy was waiting for me, and I had my grandparents to protect. I needed to do whatever it took to eventually be set free.
Sighing, I climbed out of Adrian’s bed and made my way downstairs. To my surprise, I found Nonna in the kitchen cooking and baking.
At 1 AM?
“Can I help?” I asked.
She jumped, clearly startled, and I le
