CHAPTER 28 Trust
Rhianna separates from Leo’s embrace. She stared him in the eyes. Rhianna sees mixed emotions through the depth of his eyes. Yes, she’ll admit that she was glad that Leo was thinking for her sake. So, she quickly lost her anger toward him. Until now, Her welfare is still on his mind. She didn’t even think about how Leo felt but just what she wanted. Rhianna is repentant of what she did.This content © 2024 NôvelDrama.Org.
“Thank you, Leo. I’m sorry because I’ve become selfish because I just want everything I want to happen.” she said sincerely. Leo smiled at her. That’s the smile that makes her heart beat faster. Now, she was sure that Rhianna is falling in love with Leo. But is he feels the same?
“You’re welcome. It’s nothing. I understand you, Rhianna. I know what you’re going through.” Leo said. Suddenly, her tears stream. Why despite all she has done to Leo, is he still beside Rhianna to protect her?
“You’re crying again. Don’t cry, Rhianna. I don’t want you to cry because of me.” he said. Leo used his thumb to wipe away Rhianna’s tears.
“You’re making me cry. Why are you always like that to me.” she said and slapped him on the shoulder but it was weak. Leo just laughed at what she did.
“I can’t help but be jealous of Brandon for giving him a hug.” he said, scratching his neck. She was sure that he was embarrassed to show her the jealousy he feels. Her hand moved spontaneously and she caressed his cheek. Leo was shocked at what she did. He hold my hand that was on his face and he closed his eyes and savor the feelings of being touched by her.
“You don’t have to be jealous of him because I was just happy with what he said.” she reassuringly said.
She’s fine even if Leonardo doesn’t love her. As long as he is by her side, she will take advantage of the opportunities to be with him. Leonardo stared at her. As he stared at her, her heartbeat quickened again. She looked down because he can’t meet his gaze.
“Just don’t do that again. I might kill, Rhianna. So please don’t make me jealous.” Leonardo said. She nodded her head low. He touched her chin but she didn’t lift my face.
“Look at me, Rhianna.” He’s not pleading but commanding. Her eyes turn to his and look at him intently.
“I like you Rhianna.” he confessed.
And in an instant, he crossed the distance between them and kissed her on the lips. She could do nothing but respond to his kisses. All apprehension and anger were gone when she taste his kiss. Even if Leo doesn’t love her, the three words are enough for her to hope that one day he will love her, too. He was the one who broke their kiss. He took her hand and kissed the back of it. She felt a tickling sensation at what he did. Damn this man!
“I will do everything to get Don Ysmael out of our way.” he said seriously. He straightened up and took the steering wheel.
“Let’s go.” She just nodded in response and he drove the car towards the apartment.
Tonight, they will do the mission, to capture Don Ysmael. He was on private land and hiding. She clenched her fist. Here’s what she’d been waiting for. She will make sure he pays for the evilness he did! As she shoves the gun to her side. Suddenly, the door opened. She looked at that and saw Leo coming into the room.
She looked at him from head to toe. Why is he handsome? Whatever he wears suits him.
“You’re staring at me again. Rhianna.” he said. She blushed. Sh*t! He caught her staring at him. She immediately averted her gaze.
“What are you doing here?” Rhianna asked and pinned the gun to her side.
He approached her. That’s the strong pounding of her chest again. When he can get close to her. She swallowed because the distance of our faces from each other was little. He stroked her cheek. She closed her eyes to feel his caress. When he removed it. She opened her eyes and saw him staring at her.
“Be careful Rhianna. Please. Don’t stay away from me. I’m willing to sacrifice my life for you.” Leo said while staring at her.
Why is Leo like this? She wants to ask why he does this. But she was afraid to hear what he will say. Because of his responsibility to her. She wants to ask if he loves her but maybe she just hoping that it will happen and it will hurt her because he doesn’t love het.
“Rhianna?” he asked. She nodded in response.
“Good. Let’s Go.” he said and left the room first. She followed him towards the outside of the house. They got in the car and drove it to their destination.
While they were in the car. Leo looked at Rhianna. He could see her hand was shaking. He touched her hands. Maybe, this is the right time to trust her. She looked at him and bite her lip. Leo smiled at Rhianna. He stopped the car on the side of the road.
“You can do it, okay? I’m here, Rhianna. So don’t be nervous. I trust you Rhianna that you can do it.” He said and gently squeezed her hand. Suddenly her eyes dimmed.
“Thank you, Leo. You know, that’s what I really want to hear from you. That I can do the things you can. Because you’re always there to save me.” she said and hugged him. Leo was shocked at what she did.
“Thanks for the trust, Leo. Don’t worry, I won’t break the trust you gave me.” she said. He gently stroked her back.
“I trust you Rhianna.” he said as he hugged her tightly. At that moment, he realized he would never let her go. He will do everything just to keep her by his side no matter what happens.