Ruthless Heart

When Nero’s answer comes, it’s a low, reluctant growl.

“Deal.”

Oh my God.

I give a nod, then flee back to my room, putting as much distance as possible between us before he changes his mind. I turn the lock once I’m inside and collapse onto the bed, my entire body shaking with the force of what I’ve just achieved.

A way out.

One shot to keep my brother safe—and myself alive to see it.

This isn’t going to be easy, but I will make this work, no matter what.

The only things that I’m not sure of is if I can pull this off… Without falling back into Nero Barretti’s arms.