"I was concerned." He glances down at the photographs spread out across his desk. "Obviously I had good reason to be. Matteo Valentini is a dangerous man." When I don't reply, he continues with, "He's not someone you should be involved with."
Dominic is the third person to say that to me.
"Do you have any idea who his family is or even half the s**t they're involved in?"
Biting my lower lip, I shake my head again. "I've heard some rumors. Until I figure out the truth for myself, that's all they are. Rumors."
Exasperated by my response, he runs a hand through his hair. "Oh, Gracie. You may be twenty-three years old, but you're too damn innocent and trusting. You take everyone at face value. You think everyone is like you- honest, with the best of intentions." Pausing, his
