Page 153 of Darkest Deception

She gave birth just three weeks ago. I didn’t want to bombard her with me being there, but I did visit after her delivery, gifting her flowers, and today I brought many little hampers with baby clothes, cute bottles, little bows, and dresses for her.

“I got her really cute little dresses. I will be her favourite aunt, I know it already.”

Aurora lifts a brow, then looks over at Kamari, who rolls her eyes.

“I already took the title, thank you,” Kamari counters playfully.

I shrug.

“She can tell who her favourite aunt is, can’t you?” I softly rub a finger on Lavinia’s cheek.

She twist, a small frown on her face that kind of, sort of looks like a smile.

“See? She smiled at me!”

Kamari rushes over from where she was standing behind me.

“Come on, Lavinia. I got you different flavoured foods. Don’t you think you should say it’s me?”

The poor girl doesn’t even know what’s happening with Kamari and me arguing over who her favourite aunt is.

I really like Kamari. She was there for Aurora when I wasn’t, and I don’t take that lightly. I will forever cherish her for supporting for my little sister. She has given a lot to Aurora and vice versa. Their friendship is truly heartwarming.

“I have to go now, but if you need anything, let me know, okay?” I get up and kiss Aurora on the cheek, then Lavinia, departing after a hug from Kamari.

I head downstairs and see Remo making his way towards the staircase with Venezia behind him, holding some files in her hand.

“Venezia,” I say with a smile.

She looks up at me and smiles, too.

“Hi, leaving already?”

I hug her and nod.

“Yes, I have some work to get done before tomorrow’s board meeting. It’s getting hectic.”

Remo nods at me and walks past me.

“Don’t mind him. He has been on edge since Aurora gave birth. He cares a lot, and seeing him as a father and husband really set some bars high for me.” Her eyes soften, making me smirk.

“Why? Have someone in mind?”

She bursts out laughing. “I have no time right now. I just turned twenty and want so many things from life. I am so grateful for my brother to have given me this new life, away from what I had in Edinburgh, and I love it. He isn’t overbearing, giving me my personal space and wanting the best for me. Aurora, she’s been my rock in this, there for me when I felt down. Those two have been my angels.”

Tears pool in her eyes, and she fiddles with the papers in her hand.

“Focus on yourself. You are doing amazing Venezia. The right man will find you in the most unexpected place.”

She nods, wiping away the tears and giving me a tight hug. “Won’t keep you now. Go ahead. I want to meet Lavinia, too.”

I nod and walk out, finding Helia talking to one of the guards to my left. When he spots me, he walks over, winking at me. I blush like a teenager in love, but I wouldn’t have it any other way.

“What do you say? Want one for yourself?” He grins.

I huff, shaking my head. I lift my left hand in front of him and wiggle my fingers in front of his face. “With no rings? I don’t think so.”

He frowns for just a moment. “Right.” He chuckles, opening the passenger door of his Porsche for me, then walks around and climbs behind the wheel.

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