First message
The backyard was filled with laughter, music, and the smell of grilled food as her father hosted his annual barbecue. Alex stood by the table, a drink in his tattooed hand, when he suddenly spotted his wife arriving with Dante Moretti. His smile faded, and his dark eyes narrowed as Dante leaned closer to her, whispering something that made her smile. Alex clenched his jaw, jealousy stirring beneath his calm expression. He had betrayed her, yet seeing her with another man was something he hadn’t expected to hurt this much.