Chapter 42

Isabella’s POV “You don’t have to beg, little kitten.” Those words hang in my mind, echoing like a bell. He came here to help, that is for sure. My lungs seemed to forget how to work as I stared into his eyes with relief and a touch of confusion. He’s here to help, but why is he here? How did he know that I was here? I saw the demolition operator looking at Matteo with a pale face. It’s as if Matteo’s presence is enough for him to see his possible end, and I don’t know if I should think of that as a good way. Matteo is a wealthy and powerful person. He’s a business prodigy and everyone knows him. Is it a good thing that he’s on my side? Matteo’s eyes blazed with fury. The power radiating off him was enough to bring terror to everyone who went his way, and there was no mercy in his eyes. “This demolition will never happen.” Matteo’s voice was cold and terrifying. His eyes were deadly. The operator paled even more as he stood in front o Matteo. “I-I don’t know why you’re here, Mr. Morett