#Chapter 367: A Crack in the Foundation

Nina We walked into the hotel room, the tension from dinner still palpable but left unspoken. Enzo set down his jacket and turned to look at me. Instantly, I knew that something was wrong. “Why were you so vague about how we met, Nina? It seemed like you didn’t want to talk about it,” he said, his voice low. I sighed, unsure of where to start. “It’s not that I didn’t want to talk about it,” I said. “Then why did it seem like you were nervous to tell the truth?” he asked. I shook my head. “I just… I didn’t want to say we had a one-night stand, Enzo. It’s...complicated. You know, given the nature of our relationship now.” “Are you embarrassed about it?” he asked, his voice rising ever so slightly. I felt my face flush. “No, I’m not embarrassed. It’s just—” “You are embarrassed!” He cut me off, his tone tinged with disbelief. “Your face is all red, Nina. Don’t lie to me. I know you too well.” “It’s not about embarrassment,” I shot back, my frustration bubbling t