Eleonor is back in her room at the resort, staring at the starry sky from the balcony. People who see her room now can't imagine how messy it was once. And she seems so perfect on the outside that anyone who looks at her would never imagine the broken pieces inside her heart. She just wanted to take a relaxing bath and get rid of the feeling of being touched by that man. But Giovanni entered the bathroom first, and she wasn't in the mood to see the body that always makes her forget all her frustrations. As soon as he comes out of the shower, Eleonor is going to the bathroom. She doesn't want to look at the black robe that shows a part of his abdomen or the wet black hair that falls over his forehead. It's too dangerous. “Stop.” He says, and she stops as if on instinct. She doesn't see the victorious smile on his lips because she's on her back. “Where are you going?” “I'm going to take a shower…” “No, you're not.” He says. Eleonor turns around, ready to argue, but his voice is deep
Eleonor wasn't meaning to watch Andreas’ fight in the octagon, but the intense publicity of the event made her curious. She thought it would do her good to get away from the resort for a while and really experience the city. Cancun is a beautiful place to visit. She needed to take a break from the surrounding chaos to remember that. Lisette decided to go with her. She thinks it might be because the brunette seemed truly interested in Thomas, the guy with short hair and tattooed arms who was standing next to Andreas. She didn't ask her friend much about it because they didn't really talk after that disastrous night. Eleonor was afraid to say more than she should. And they all agree not to talk about that night, especially when Marco is around. The arena has been set up in Cancun's downtown area. It's the first time Eleonor has been into a place like this, but she has to admit that she feels a chill in her stomach when she enters the cold environment. There are many like her that want
Thomas Marchetti's fight started out intense. When the bell rang, Thomas attacked his opponent with precise punches. But despite being under pressure, Jones manages to control the situation and lands a few punches that score points for him. The two men exchange blows for the entire round. When the bell sounds again, Thomas goes to the blue corner and sits with his back to the girls who are watching nervously. Even though it's small, Thomas's eyebrow has opened into a cut that bleeds profusely. His breathing is quick and shallow. Even from that distance, Eleonor can notice how his chest rises and falls sharply. Eleonor is concerned about the outcome. There are still two rounds to go, and all fights, except for Andreas, have been decided by the judges. She doesn't want Thomas' fight to be settled by third parties because she knows well that one can't count on luck. Even if she hasn't talked to him directly, he's Andreas' friend. He can't be a bad person, right? Also, Lisette seemed int
At the bar, Marco is watching the boss, who has been silent for some time, sipping his scotch. He's not happy to hear that his wife had met the same man who made him lose control a few nights ago. He hoped to never have to deal with that again. But she went there deliberately. If making her obey his orders for an entire day aren't enough to make her forget about another man, he would have to come up with something else.Honestly, he doesn't like how he feels. He never considered himself to be a possessive person because he never found anything worth holding on to. But with her, things are different. He feels like he's walking on a tightrope under a cliff, where any mistake will lead to a fall. It's a confusing and unpleasant feeling because he cannot hold control over her. He's simply overwhelmed by her whims.This makes him unable to deal with these emotions. His goal was never to get close enough to make a bond with her. He just wanted to make her miserable. She deceived him, after
Eleonor is tense, as if there's a storm outside. But the night sky is clear and there are hardly any clouds. Still, Eleonor feels as if lightning could strike them at any moment. She tries to warm herself with the heat that the wine brings to her body, but her tension is as clear as the crystal sea.She's accompanied to dinner by Giovanni and Lisette. She has tried to refuse her husbands' presence, but he insists. So, they sat at a table next to a big window in one of the resort's restaurants. Giovanni ordered seafood, but Lisette wanted Mexican dishes. Eleonor… well, she doesn't have much of an appetite. In fact, she feels her stomach twist when she sees the sign of food.“I'm so angry. I mean…” Lisette says between bites. “Did you really have to call my Papà? I had to listen to a three-hour lecture, Giovanni… THREE HOURS! Saying that I shouldn't take advantage of our friendship and do what I want; that I shouldn't tease you because I'm too old to do it. I mean, since when do I tease
Even though he didn't show it, Giovanni felt the weight of those words. He heard her voice so many times in his head that it sounded like a broken record.(...) I hate you.(...) I hate you.(...) I hate you...Three simple words cost him a whole pack of cigarettes and a few shots of scotch, which he took alone after leaving the restaurant. It wasn't enough to intoxicate him or make the feeling in his chest go away, but he feels a little more numb.He enters the quiet room and finds her lying on the bed wearing a short dress made of thin fabric that looks like a juicy apple to a hungry man. He's craving her. And a little taste is never enough. He wants her whole. All of her. Every part, every tiny inch… every golden hair is worth more to him than a bar of gold. That's why he's angry that she went to see another man today. Because the mere thought of her being interested in another man torments him.Eleonor looks away and focuses her eyes on the book she's reading. It's a fluffy romanc
Eleonor holds her breath. It's as if her lungs have forgotten how to breathe. Her heart beats so heavily and fast that it could rip her chest open and give itself totally to that man. She also feels her legs weaken, but thanks to Giovanni's embrace, she manages to aid herself. “Don't say that.” She whispers. “I don't want to believe you.” “Yes, you do.” Giovanni gives a weak smile. She closes her eyes, feeling butterflies fly in her stomach. “I really can't tell if you're bluffing right now…” “I'm not bluffing.” He slides his hand down her face slowly. “I meant every word.” “That's fucked up…” She shakes her head, ignoring the sensation his fingers cause on her skin as they slide to the back of her neck. “We…” “It doesn't matter.” He brushes his lips against hers. “I don't care about anything else.” He closes his eyes and kisses her quietly. And once again, she closes her eyes and gives her heart what it desires. She surrenders to the kiss, searching for his face. Giovanni slide
The sun seems to be shining brighter outside. Rays pass through the gaps in the curtains, which insist on heating the room. Even the birds sing cheerfully and seem happier.When Eleonor opens her eyes, she sees that she's lying on Giovanni's chest. Her legs are on his body, and their feet are intertwined in a cute and funny way. Her hand rests on his chest, which is slowly going up and down. She listens to his heartbeat, which can be heard in that almost silent morning.When Eleonor looks at the long eyelashes and the sleeping face, she feels her chest warm up with a comfortable fondness. She brings her hand to his face and caresses it gently — something she always wanted to do, but never admitted to herself. And apparently, the simple gesture has made Giovanni to wake up and slowly open his eyes. A faint smile dawns on his sleeping face as seeing her at the morning sight.“Good morning…” She says, smiling as well.Giovanni looks at her and realizes that they spent the night together