Chapter 10 The Hondas engine roared as Lorenzo pushed it to its limits . His hand rested on my thigh , sending electricity through my body . Six years of buried desires surfaced with each touch , each glance . We barely made it through the mansions front door . Lorenzo swept me into his arms , my legs wrapping around his waist . His lips never left mine as he carried me up the marble staircase . Take her bags to the east wing , he barked at the staff , who scrambled to follow his orders . The door to his bedroom slammed shut behind us . Moonlight streamed through floor to ceiling windows , casting silver shadows across his face . His fingers traced down my spine , leaving trails of fire in their wake . My dress fell to the floor , followed by his shirt . Time seemed to stop as we rediscovered each other , making up for six years of separation in a single night . I woke to sunlight warming my face . Silk sheets draped across my bare skin , and the mattress dipped beside me . The rich aroma of coffee filled my nose . Good morning , bella . Lorenzos deep voice drew my eyes open . He sat on the edge of the bed , dressed in black slacks and an unbuttoned white shirt . A steaming cup of coffee extended toward me . I pushed myself up , clutching the sheet to my chest . My fingers brushed his as I took the cup , and that familiar spark jolted through me . You remembered how I take it . The coffee was perfect . His hand cupped my cheek , thumb brushing across my lower lip . I remember everything about you , Valentina . I smiled and leaned forward , giving him a soft peck on the lips . The events of last night rushed through my mind . But as reality settled in , doubt crept into my thoughts . Lorenzo … I pulled back , wrapping the sheet tighter around me. I think we need to talk . His expression shifted , those dark eyes studying my face . Whats troubling you ? Chapter 10 . 11:52 Sun , 2 Mar 95 % Everything . I gestured between us . Maybe were moving too fast . I mean , I just got out of … The words caught in my throat . Even saying their names felt like swallowing glass . Dominic and Camilla , he finished for me , his jaw tightening at their names . And theres so much I dont understand . I took a shaky breath . Like why everyone knows you as Karlos Heis , this mysterious billionaire CEO . Who are you really , Lorenzo? Because the boy I knew six years ago couldnt possibly be the same person who owns half the countrys businesses . Lorenzos fingers traced patterns on the silk sheets , his expression unreadable . Youre right . Im not the same person . Then help me understand . Because right now , I feel like Ive jumped from one mystery straight into another . My voice cracked . And after everything with Dominic … I cant handle any more secrets or lies . The weight of unsaid things hung between us . Lorenzo set his coffee down and turned to face me fully , his shoulders squared as if preparing for battle . You deserve the truth , Valentina . All of it . But I need to know youre ready to hear it . Im ready , I said , my fingers tightening around the coffee cup . Whatever it is , I need to know . Lorenzo nodded , taking a moment to collect his thoughts . First , freshen up and get ready . Were going to Vegas Mall . The biggest mall in the country ? Why there? Youll see . His cryptic smile did nothing to ease my nerves . After a shower and changing into fresh clothes from my bag , I descended the mansions grand staircase . The same lineup of black vehicles greeted me outside , with the Honda waiting beside Lorenzo . He wore that mysterious mask again . We followed the same routine mask on , guided into the car , the roar of the engine as we sped away . Within some hours , Vegas Malls imposing structure loomed before us . My confusion grew as Lorenzo led me through the main entrance . Instead of heading toward the shops , he guided me to a staff only door tucked away in a quiet corner . A fingerprint scanner glowed beside it . Lorenzo pressed his Chapter 10 11:52 Sun , 2 Mar 95 % thumb against it , and the door clicked open . Hidden stairs descended into darkness . My heart pounded as we walked down , our footsteps echoing off concrete walls . The air grew colder with each step . At the bottom , a long empty corridor stretched before us . Lorenzo stopped at a heavy metal door and turned to me . Are you sure you want to know the truth ? I nodded , though fear crept up my spine . The door swung open . I gasped , stumbling back . Men hung upside down from the ceiling , their faces red from the blood rush , screaming and begging . Some wore expensive suits , now rumpled and stained . A man in an immaculate black suit approached us . Welcome back , Boss . Weve been waiting for your instructions . Sun , 2 Mar Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!