Chapter Eighty-five

Elena found Andrea, in the patio within the mansion. The moonlight shone gently, illuminating the lush garden surrounding them. The soft rustling of leaves added a touch of peace to the air, creating the perfect setting for their conversation. Elena had been thinking a lot laterly about Andrea and his upbringing and how he knew so much about survival and how the spirit was within him even when he didn't mean to show it.

As Elena walked towards him, Andrea, looked up from his thoughts and smiled at her warmly. He gestured for her to join him on the plush cushioned seat, calling her into his private sanctuary. Elena's heart skipped a beat as she sat down beside him, feeling the gentle warmth of his touch as he reached out and kissed the top of her head.

The two of them sat in comfortable silence for a moment, enjoying each other's presence amidst the beauty of the night. Elena, had so many questions and a desire to know more about the man she had come to deeply care for and she knew she