Chapter 174 His Home

• Stefano stepped out first and extended a hand toward Leah. She hesitated for a second but then accepted his hand silently. The cool night breeze of Los Angeles swept through her hair as she stepped onto the tarmac.
• It was quiet and secluded—nothing like the bustling chaos she had imagined at a commercial airport. Well, she had never even been to an airport before, let alone a private terminal. This was practically her first flight, and she was slightly nervous. Stefano began walking ahead, gently taking her hand and guiding her with him.
• Behind them, Martha, Luca, and the guards followed closely, handling the luggage and coordinating the escort arrangements. A small team of airport staff stood near the gate—discreet but clearly alert—ready to clear them through without delay.