Chapter 8 I Know He Is Hurting You

A few days later, it was Julia D'Angelo's birthday banquet. When night fell, the car drove into Julia's estate. It was completely silent inside the car. Alessandro turned to look at Lucia, who was sitting beside him. She wore a white silk backless gown, perfectly replicating Elena's favorite style. She looked sacred and elegant. But she was far too quiet. Her lifeless obedience stirred an inexplicable irritation in him. The moment the car was parked, Alessandro stepped out first. He whispered a warning into her ear. "Remember what I told you. Don't embarrass me." "I won't, Alessandro," Lucia answered meekly. They entered the banquet hall arm in arm and instantly became the center of attention. Admiring, curious, and jealous gazes were directed at them. The men's blatant, hungry stares made Alessandro tighten his grip on Lucia's arm. A fierce possessiveness arose within him. Even if she was only a substitute, she was still his property. A senator with lewd eyes came forward to