Matteo POV
“Remember—”
“I know, I know, don’t worry. I’ll stick to the plan. I won’t let you down,” Johnny reassured, clapping Matteo on the shoulder. He nodded, sending his cousin a silent thank you. If anything went wrong tonight, he would never forgive himself.
“Come on, let’s go,” Matteo took Elizabeth’s hand in his and instantly noticed how cold it felt.
“Are you sure you want to do this? Last chance to back out,” he asked her, looking into her eyes.
“I’m sure,” she nodded. He could see the determination burning in her eyes. Matteo nodded and guided her to his car. He opened the door for her and leaned over her to buckle her seat belt.
“I’m not a little girl you know, I can buckle myselft,” She whispered. Matteo could feel her soft breath on his cheek as he pulled back. Her per
