She faints in a grocery store—but the mafia boss who catches her notices hidden bruises and uncovers a truth that changes everything

Allara’s heart beat too fast.

Nikolai leaned forward, forearms on his knees.

“I need to tell you something,” he said. “And you need to know I’ve tried very hard not to.”

She went still. “Tell me.”

“I’m in love with you.”

The room seemed to disappear.

“I know it’s too soon,” he continued. “I know you’re healing. I know I’m the last man anyone would call safe.continue reading …