Chapter 63

Irene —-

"Please don't go Benjamin, I plead with you not to go. I have a bad feeling about everything and your traveling." I said to Benjamin but instead he pulled me closer to his chest.

"If I don't go they would disturb my family and I am not ready to put Sofia's life at risk in any way and most especially you." Benjamin assured me.

Tears streamed down my face as I listened to Benjamin explain the dangerous situation he was facing. He had always shielded me from his involvement in the mafia world, but now, I couldn't escape the reality of the danger that surrounded us.

Benjamin cupped my face, his eyes filled with both determination and love. "Irene, I need to protect you and Sofia. If I don't face these threats head-on, they will continue to come after us. I can't let that happen."

I nodded, my voice choked with emotion. "I understand, Benjamin. I just... I can't bear the thought of losing you."

Benjamin pressed his forehead against mine, his grip on me tightening. "I won't let any