Chapter 55 Comes Back To Haunt Him

• But just when we think that nothing can shake the foundations of our relationship, a new challenge arises. Riccardo's past comes back to haunt him in the form of an old flame, a woman who he had loved deeply before we ever met.
• At first, I'm surprised to see how much this woman affects him. But as she becomes more present in our lives, I start to feel jealous and insecure. Riccardo assures me that there's nothing between them but friendship, but I can't help feeling a pang of doubt every time they're together.
• One night, after they've spent the evening reminiscing about old times, I find myself alone with Riccardo in our bedroom. The air is thick with tension, and I can feel my heart pounding in my chest.