184 Chapter 78 - Mariano (2)

We're staying at the same hotel like the last time we were in New York. But this time, we're sharing just one room—fucking finally—while my men are staying in the other room. They would take turns staying guard and resting.

Riri has fallen asleep in my arms. It was a long and tough day for her, grieving for her uncle. So when we arrived at the hotel, I drew her a bath, and then we went to bed. She fell asleep almost as soon as she laid her head on my chest, hugging me so tight as if she didn't want to let go of me.

As for me, I haven't received as many death stares as today. Her family either welcomed me or just didn't mind my presence—and I can deal with that. Some of the guards…not so much. If the last time they wanted to take a jab at me, now they want to put a bullet between my eyes.