It was well past midnight when we finally arrived at the safe house. Nestled among trees on the outskirts of town, the building exuded an air of seclusion and security, its perimeter guarded by Dominic whose silhouette I could make out in the faint porch light.
"Welcome to your new home," Nico said, unlocking the door and swinging it open. Inside, the space was surprisingly modern and spacious, with a large living room, a well-equipped kitchen, and several bedrooms. It felt more like a luxurious retreat than a safe house.
I stood in awe, my eyes scanning the room. "This is... I don’t even know what to say."
Nico placed a comforting hand on my back, guiding me gently inside. "It’s a place where you’ll be safe. That’s all that matters."
As we entered the living room, Luca immediately beg
