chapter 46

“How are your injuries? I heard they’re better.” I changed the topic. I didn’t want to immerse myself in my longing for my father.

“It’s getting better. You need not worry.” He patted my shoulder.

“I know you need time to think about handling what will happen in a few minutes. I’m sure Tony told you about the displeasure of our men.”

My eyebrows slightly furrowed at the words ‘our men,’ but he continued speaking before I could contemplate it. I decided that it must have been a blunder. After all, he was an old family member who served on my father’s side. It must have been a blunder.

“I only came to tell you that I am here. I watched you grow from a baby to the man you are. You have my support.”

I smiled, thankful for his support. He again gripped my shoulder, momentarily tightening his hold on me before letting go with another smile, exiting the study, and leaving me back to my thoughts.

I let my mind wander as the time the men under the Romano banner would arrive slowly grew closer.