The Alpha King's Contracted Luna (Ava and Grayson) -
My Billionaire King 40
Chapter 40
-Ava's POV-
Slipping away in a strange place was not a good idea. I knew that, but I had been to Italy once with my parents and had b dragged around v drowned in it, I wanted a tast freedom-just a little.
Then came the idea of the note. I didn't want him to come after me. I just wanted time to experience Italy all by myself. Luckily, that little boy
Now it was just me, alone, and I was determined to make the most of it. I didn't want him to come after me, I thought aga forcing the fact int excitement mixed with a hint of apprehension.
As I walked through the
narrow, cobblestone streets, the scent of fresh pasta and warm bread filled the air. The bustling market was alive with locals chatting anima
I paused at a small stall, admiring a handmade necklace adorned with delicate silver charms. The vendor noticed me looking. “You like? On "I don't have any money, but it's beautiful,” I replied, glancing down at my empty hands.
"Next time,” he smiled, "Italy will always be here."
I smiled, appreciating his nonchalance. I moved on, soaking in the sights and sounds, my heart racing with every step. 1 passed a street art dancing over the canvas with fluid grace. "You have a great eye for art."
"Thank you!” he replied, not pausing in his strokes. "You're a traveler?"
“Just exploring," I replied, my pulse quickening. "It's my first real time in Italy."
"You'll love it. Where are you from?"
“America but secretly, I've always wanted to explore this place."
He grinned. “I hope you replace the adventure you are looking for.
"Me too," I sighed, my heart racing at the thought of what awaited me.
With each step, I felt the thrill of being alive in this beautiful, chaotic city. I wandered through narrow alleys adorned with vibrant flowers spilli As dusk began to settle, my stomach growled, reminding me of my empty pockets and how much time had passed. I glanced longingly at a
for now
I looked away, soaking it all in instead, "Can you believe this place?" I leaned against the railing, taking a moment to breathe. to savor the fi “Beautiful, isn't it?" A voice cut through my thoughts. I turned to replace a young man, maybe a couple of years older than me, leaning beside m Fri, Dec 13
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"Yeah, it's incredible,” I replied, “I'm just.....taking it all in."
He nodded, his eyes twinkling with mischief. "I'm Luca. You?"
"Ava
"Nice to meet you. Ava," he extended a hand and I took it, a hand, feeling the warmth of his grip.
"Visiting or living?” he asked, leaning casually against the railing
"Visiting. Just for a few days," I smiled, my excitement bubbling, I have to be careful, though. I don't have any money to spend.
Luca chuckled, a sound that was deep and rich. "Don't worry. There are plenty of free things to enjoy. I can show you some spots where tou "Really? I'd love that."
“Let's go then!" He gestured for me to follow as he walked ahead, leading
me away from the touristy hustle and bustle.
We ventured down smaller streets, where the sounds of laughter and conversation floated from open windows. He took me to a small courty "Here's the real heart of Florence," he sighed, pride lacing his voice. "No tourists allowed."
I laughed, feeling as if I'd stumbled into a secret. “This is amazing."
As we chatted, I felt the thrill of connection. "So, what do you think of the food here?” he asked, tilting his head slightly.
His words made me think of Grayson. He should have found me by now. I quickly brushed it off, "I actually just ate at this really nice restaura again."
"Let me show you a place. They have
the best pizza,” He grinned, but I hesitated, the lack of money pressing at the back of my mind.
"Really, I can't-
“Pizza's on me. Consider it a welcome gift," he insisted, his tone playful yet firm.
I opened my mouth to protest, but his charming smile caught me off guard. “Okay. Thank you. I really appreciate.”
He just smiled as we walked to a small pizzeria tucked away on a side street, the sign faded but inviting. Luca ordered a Margherita pizza, a "Eat up!" he said, watching me eagerly.
I took a bite, and the flavors exploded in my mouth. "Oh my god this is incredible!"
He chuckled, "I'm glad you liked it.”
The conversation flowed easily, a natural ebb and flow that made me forget where I was. We bounced from one topic to another- favorite foods, stories, even silly childhood memories was surprised by how much I enjoyed talking to Luca. There was something magnetic
I didn't realize how much time had passed until the sun dipped lower in the sky, casting a warm golden hue over the bustling streets of the o 09:01 Fri, Dec 13 TG.
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"You know, I should probably get back soon," I said reluctantly.
-Why? Afraid your boyfriend will worry?” Luca teased, a playful glint lighting up his dark eyes.
"Not my boyfriend," 1 corrected quickly, feeling a heat rise in my cheeks. It felt strange to call
Grayson that. My fiancé, actually, but instead, I blurted, "More like a guardian.”
1
Luca's smile faltered for a fraction of a second before shifting into something more intense, as if a shadow had crossed hi face. “Grayson BI My heart raced. I froze, the slice of pizza halting halfway to iny mouth. "How do you know him?"
Luca leaned back slightly, studying me, a mix of curiosity and something else I couldn't quite place flickering in his gaze a then at that exact
The world titled on its axis, the restaurant around me began to blur, the laughter of other patrons fading into a di Panic rose in my throat like
hu
"Maybe we could-have
been friends if only you weren't marrying a man with so many enemies," he interrupted, his voice eerily calm amidst my spiraling thoughts. Darkness seeped into the edges of my vision, and I felt my grip on reality slipping. “No, wait..” I gasped, feeling the floor beneath me shift a Luca leaned forward, his expression shifting from playful to something darker, more predatory. “I'm really sorry, Ava, but your head is going f The last thing I heard before the shadows closed in was the sound of my own heartbeat pounding in my ears, drowning out the noise of the Then, everything went black-
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