Chapter 73

Isabella's POV We stared into each other's eyes while standing on the mansion's porch. The night breeze was cold, but the warmth of his body comforted me. His presence was enough to fill the void in my heart, and his actions were more than enough to make me feel that I was not alone. I will never be alone anymore. I’ve been stopping myself, trying to secure my heart after I gave in to him. He successfully conquered all of me, and it’s affecting me in every possible way—positively and negatively. “You want me?” I asked, almost a whisper. Slowly, he nodded. “More than anyone. Believe it or not, I didn’t expect this. My feelings were real, and I hope I could make you feel it in every way possible.” “What do you want me to feel, Matteo?” I swallowed hard, anticipating his answer. He lifted his hand and gently caressed my cheeks. My heart was drumming inside my chest, and I couldn’t think of anything other than his confession. He already confessed that he has grown feelings for me, but he d