PENELOPE'S POV ~
Giovanni quickly stood, positioning me protectively behind him. He and Leon exchanged silent glances before Leon left. My heart raced as I listened to the commotion right outside the door.
Everyone inside the bar refused to move; everyone was frozen in place.
"Relax... Damn, baby. I can't think straight with your heart racing like that." Giovanni turned to look at me, and I gulped. My throat suddenly felt dry.
I was overwhelmed with anxiety. What had happened out there? Clearly, the scream indicated that nothing good was happening outside.
Taking a deep breath, I moved toward Giovanni, placing my head on his chest and shutting my eyes.
"What are you doing?" Giovanni whispered, sounding confused.
"Shh!" I closed my eyes tighter, focusing on inhaling and exhaling. "Do
