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When a man sees something that several other men want, he can’t help but want it, too.
I handled Hektor as I have handled everything else in my life: alone and with the utmost thoroughness.
The rubies have been cut into the shapes of petals, spreading outward into a blooming rose the size of a tightly closed fist. Black steel frames each gem, giving a beautiful border to the petals, allowing each jewel to stand out.
that’s positively despicable.” He says the words like they’re the highest compliment he can give me. “You are an absolute gem, do you know that?” My whole body warms at the praise.
These are the first steps to putting my plan into action. This is not over. Not by a long shot.
Now, go and get your man.”
“I think that when you care enough for someone, you reach a point where it’s far more painful not to have him at all than to have him and risk losing him. You realize the risk is worth it. Because happiness, however short-lived, is always worth it.”
“I want a life with you, Alessandra, one without the shadows between us.
