Connection

The next day, Sussane is pacing the floor of Thomas's bedroom restlessly. Her mind kept wandering back to the time she spent with Matteo and how she ruined her chances with him.

'I did it for Victor. I did what I always do for him to ward him off my back for a few days. I played with countless men for my brother. But I never felt like I want anyone of them back. Only Matteo is special. I had him in my arms once, even though I was not sure if he had strong feelings for me or not. But now I know he was attracted to me. He was never emotionally invested in me like he is with Hera. The way he cares for her, the way he protects her, I don't think he would ever do anything to hurt her. Matteo's relationship with me was only skin-deep. He didn't even bother to explain when I pretended to learn about his mafia connections by watching some news on tv. I thought he would take the time to explain. But he just ran out of my house to assist his boss. His work and his boss were his main priorities