My eyes flutter closed, anticipation thrumming through my veins as I wait for the press of his lips against mine. Finally, after all this time, I'm about to get what I've been craving. But just as I feel the barest whisper of his mouth on mine, the door bursts open, and Samuel stands there, eyes wide with shock and apology. "Forgive me for barging in, sir, but Peter just called me since he can't reach you," Samuel says, hurrying over to hand Stefano his phone. Stefano's eyes widen, and he snatches the phone from Samuel's grasp, pressing it to his ear. I stand there, confused and frustrated, wondering what could be so important about this call from Peter. After listening intently for a moment, Stefano finally speaks. "Text it to Samuel. I'll call you with my new line once I get it." He h