44.

Alessia

Angelo's eyes were fixed on me for a longer time before he averted it and walked away. My heart wasn't beating only because of the way Ryan was caging me but also of the way Angelo looked at me. He didn't give much expression. I was snapped back by Ryan's deep voice straight in my ears. "Never had a handsome man cage you in his arms before?"

A smirk was plastered on his lips. I used my palm to push him a bit away from me. "Um...so you own this place?" I decided to start a conversation but my eyes didn't fail to glance around for a sign of Angelo.

Ryan stuffed his hands inside his pocket. Should I say the posture adds more charm to his beauty? "Yes. So, you're free to pick anything you want."

Was he trying to brag? The amused smile on his face was enough to tell how much pride he had. I formed my lips into a thin line. "Thank you for the offer but I don't think I need anything."

"Says who?" Annie chirped in. She threw me a glare before grinning at Ryan. I didn't fail to noti