Laura’s POV “I can't believe this,” I spat out, as I re-read the lawsuit in my hold. “You need to calm down, babe,” Daphne placed a hand on my shoulder. “Maybe apologize to him and keep your distance just like he wants. It's clear the ma-” “Whose side are you on exactly?” I snapped at her, and she sighed before sitting on the couch again. For the past three days, I had been at Daphne's place, in order to avoid the press and the evil public. Pacing the room, I raked my hands through my unkempt tresses as the gears in my head turned, in search of a solution. To get Alessandro's attention, I bought a diamond ring some days ago, wore it, and posted a picture on my social media platforms claiming I was now engaged. I had tagged Alessandro's profile and had also paid different blogs to w