Chapter 99 Assassin

• Reina's eyes flew open at the warm sensation tickling her face, lingering tantalizingly on her lips.
• “Xavier?” She murmured softly, her voice thick with sleep as she blinked and focused on the familiar face hovering above her.
• “Amore mio, did I wake you?” Xavier's deep voice enveloped her, his fingertips grazing her cheek with a gentle tenderness. He settled down beside her, a comforting presence that made the room feel warmer despite the soft morning light filtering through the curtains. Reina shook her head, sitting up.