Chapter 100: Letters

- RAYA - 

As soon as Dex introduces me, I get swept into a hug from his aunt Gemma and guided through the house with Dex following. I can hear him chuckling behind as Gemma shows me through the rooms we pass. 

Every part of the house is gorgeous, and I can't imagine ever just relaxing and feeling at home here. There are more men in suits visiting in the luxurious living room who glance as we walk by, a few of them doing a double take when they see me. Maybe it's because I'm the only one who looks like I don't belong with my blonde hair. Everyone else has dark hair and those romantic Italian features. It feels like I've stepped into another culture. 

"You better stay close to your girl," Luciano jokes behind me. "She's already getting looks." 

"Lucio, behave," Gemma scolds him. "Dex has nothing to worry about, and you know it." 

"Yes, Ma," Luciano says without any bit of irony or sarcasm. It sounds respectful.