GIOVANNI ~ ~Penelope's expression morphed into one of surprise before quickly changing into anger.As I met her gaze, a sharp pang struck my chest, squeezing it painfully. The expression on her face felt suffocating and agonizing, like a weight pressing down on me. I knew a storm was about to break loose. Her mouth began to form words, sharp and cutting, ready to snap at me.Before she could speak, to unleash her fury, I acted on pure instinct, pulling her into a tight hug. A gasp escaped her lips, her body stiffening in surprise. I trembled, overwhelmed by the rush of emotions. My wolf growled within me, a mix of happiness and fear swirling through him. He was delighted to finally have his mate in his arms again after a long separation.I shared in his emotions, feeling the grip of fear tightening around my heart. The fear of losing her, fear of facing rejection once more, fear of another man stealing her away from me haunted my mind. It was an uncontrollable surge of emotions, thre
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