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Chapter 35

The smell of food hit my senses while I was still curled up between the sheets. My body felt like it went through military training and it hurts everywhere, but I loved every second of what we did.

Might as well get up and hit the shower before I head inside to see what Domenico prepared for us. I could hear the fight he was having with the pots and pans.

I entered the bathroom and saw a bath already drawn and it instantly made my heart swell. This is what I missed about him. Always spoiling me and showing that he cared and loved me.

I'm already but naked, so I just stepped into the bath and let the warmth of the water wrap around my body as I lowered myself into it.

Last night in between our "sessions" we discussed everything that happened in detail. He also mentioned that he would like me to do some self-defense training so that I could defend myself if the need arises. I totally agree with him as that was my initial plan from the start when Kate and Camilla mentioned that they train with their boyfriends.

My dad tried to get hold of us to have dinner at his place, but Domenico declined. He wanted me to accompany him if and when I agreed to go.

My dad has paid Domenico all the money he borrowed in full, but Domenico predicts he would ask for help again. Revenue for that project is coming in slower than my dad anticipated and he is running low on funds again.
So, we'll see how desperate he gets as time progress.

Domenico and I must still discuss what will happen next for us. I know I'll be moving back home as there's no need to run away anymore and I think I've had enough of this place.

I love my friends here, but I'm actually excited to get back home. I never moved here because I loved it here, I moved here because this was the ideal place to go missing.

After soaking for 15 minutes, I had enough and got out and dried myself off. I then proceeded to walk my naked behind back into my room and got dresses in an off-white cashmere sweater and a pair of dark indigo skinny jeans. My hair was pulled up into a messy bun. That will have to do for now as long as I looked neat.

I headed into the kitchen and Domenico was standing there in his clothes of last night. I decided to make my presence known with a morning hug as I wrapped my arms around his waist from behind and hugging him.

"Morning baby" Domenico said, grinning while plating our food as i clung onto his back and moving as he moved.

"I missed this" I say, resting my cheek on his back not releasing him from my grip.

"I missed it more, Olivia" I can hear the pain in his voice as he uttered those few words. I could pick up from his appearance that things did not go well with him. He still looked sexy, but you can see he lost some weight.

He told me that he isolated himself most of the time, drank himself into oblivion and that his family was not on speaking terms with him.
That made me feel a bunch of emotions, the fact that they would take my side over their son's, who was their own flesh and blood. This also showed me that he really loves me and that makes me love him more. That is why communication is key.

"Olivia, when are you coming back home?"

I stay silent for some time before answering him "I'm not going back. I want to stay here" I say pulling his leg, waiting for a reaction that doesn't take long.

I released him from my grip and could see the pain on his face as I knew he won't be able to move here, because his businesses.

"Fuck no! I don't want to make decisions for you but this place is dead. I don't even think people want to retire here. You're coming home even if I have to drag you home" he stated, placing our plates onto the kitchen counter that serves as a dining table.

I nod giving him one of my most gorgeous smiles and as he grinned back in relief.

We ate in silence, appreciating each other's company while enjoying our food. He made some crispy bacon, fried egg, mini sausages and some sides.

After our breakfast was done, we heard a knock on the door "that's probably Luca with my stuff" he mentioned, making his way towards the front door.

I heard them talking as I made my way over "hey Luca, how have you been?" I asked, smiling at Luca.

Luca gave me a big grin "so much better now that the two of you made up. Now you may take your baby back now" he says, laying a hug on me.

"Hey, hey that's enough. Get yourself a wife and leave mine alone" Domenico end our hug midway, making me chuckle at their silliness.

"Here's the clothes you requested. I'm meeting the guys in a few minutes. We're checking this graveyard out a little" Luca mentioned, as I rolled my eyes at his 'graveyard' comment.

After Luca left, we headed back in. Domenico grabbed me by the hand and pulled me towards the bedroom and started kissing me "come, take these clothes off, I want you in that shower with me" he breathlessly says, as he helped me undress.

"I'm so sore" I say, but I don't attempt to stop him. He just rolls his eyes at my comment and continue to undress me "I'll be gentle baby and besides we have to make up for the time we missed out on each other" he says, winking at me.
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After we were done and fully dressed again, we discussed our plans. I wanted to stay at least for another week to say goodbye to everyone, but Domenico wanted to hear none of it and said that we will be leaving tomorrow at 10:00 latest.

I decided to invite everyone for dinner to announce my departure. I know it won't go down well with everyone and I've grown attached to them while being here. They have been there for me even without knowing who I really was. I won't tell them too much, but just enough.

It's 17:00 and we're sitting in the fanciest place this town has as we waited for the everyone to arrive. Luca and the rest of the guys also decided to join us for dinner.

"Everyone came in together with their eyes almost popping out of their sockets seeing the guys seated at the table. I hope they don't feel intimidated or uncomfortable with their presence.

After the formalities and introductions was over, I decided to rip off the band aid and inform them of my departure.

"So, uhm, there's something I need to tell everyone. You all know that I'm married by now. I would also, like to inform you all that I will be leaving Cheyenne and will be going back home.

Gasps were heard all around the table, but I think the girls will be more heart broken than anyone else.

"Now I have to search for someone with a brain again" Dustin interrupted, making everyone laugh at his comment. Obviously Kelly will be the most emotional because we were the closest of the whole group.

I told everyone to make time to come and visit us in New York and they all promised they would visit, so I'm looking forward to that.
After having a lovely dinner and a lot of drinks we headed home and Luca and the guys went back to the hotel.

Domenico and I got up very early the next morning to pack all my stuff that I've accumulated and wanted to take with me. I did not have that much stuff here. The bedding, curtains and cutlery I left because we have a lot at home and I gave some of the stuff to the guys.

The guys helped with the boxes and we were off to the Jet and headed back to New York back to our life.

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