CHAPTER 69

  Emerald grinned before she rushed towards him and wrapped her arms around him as he did to her in return. “Mi sei macanto così tanto, piccolo.” he hummed into her ears as they continued to hold on to each other whilst purposely ignoring Maggie, who was starting to grow aggravated by their behaviour.

  “Me too, Lulu,” she laughed.

  “Oushh, you're so soft, piccolo. I could cuddle you all day long,” Luca whisper-yelled, just loud enough for Maggie, who was now glaring at them, to hear.

  “I'm still standing right here. You know that, right?” Maggie finally spoke up, earning a chuckle from Emerald while Luca feigned an expression that displayed sudden realisation.

  “Oh my goodness, baby!” he exclaimed. “I totally forgot about you,” he pouted, eliciting a laughter from Emerald as Maggie's glare sharpened even more, just enough to cut through diamond.

  He released Emerald from his embrace and took steps towards Maggie with outstretched arms, motioning for her to move closer.