CHAPTER 143

“What are you saying―you want a relationship? I’ve never been in a relationship,” he stated. I let out a loud exhale. That’s exactly what I wanted. I wanted him wholeheartedly, but I knew I couldn’t have him. Everything good in life got snatched away eventually, it wouldn’t be such a crime to push this one away before it’s given the chance.

He must’ve seen the defeat in my face because his other hand was quick to pull me closer. “I could try,” Valentino muttered.

I turned his face to look at me. Even though he said it, I still wasn’t sure if it was my imagination. The big bad Valentino just said that he could try to be in a relationship for me.

“Why?” I questioned, shocked. He gazed down at me. His eyes pierced through mine as a thought ran across his face.

Then, he leaned down and pressed his lips against mine. My body felt like it was melting against him as his arms curled around my waist and pulled me in even closer. His tongue massaged mine tenderly. I had to keep myself from touc