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Training time

Author: Gloriel
last update Last Updated: 2024-11-12 22:41:25

Tamara’s POV

I could see the weariness in his eyes, the frustration that rose just under the surface, where he thought I wouldn’t notice it. I reached over and took his hand, giving it a reassuring squeeze.

“It’ll be fine,” I said softly. “I’m ready for whatever she or anyone tries to throws my way. And besides, I have you, don’t I?”

He met my gaze, his eyes softening as he nodded. “You do. And I’m not going anywhere.”

We sat there in comfortable silence for a moment, just holding each other. Whatever challenges lay ahead, I was absolutely sure we’d kick its ass together.

And that was enough for me.

The next morning, Dante and I returned to his mother’s home. I was both excited and nervous. Despite everything, she’d welcomed me warmly yesterday, and I could tell how much that meant to Dante. Still, meeting the mother of the man I loved—again—always came with a little anxiety.

As soon as we stepped inside, Dante’s mother, greeted us with a big smile, and before I knew it, she had her
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