Chapter 43

Chapter Forty-Three

Genevieve’s stomach churned uneasily as the SUV glided smoothly through the security gate and rolled onto the tarmac. The city lights of New York shimmered faintly in the distance, casting a delicate glow over the otherwise dark and vast airport. Clutching her neon pink carry-on tightly against her chest, she tried to steady her nerves as Leo waved casually at another SUV heading off in the opposite direction.

“So, a private jet, huh?” Gen ventured, hoping to distract herself with some light conversation. A weekend getaway? With Matteo? In Austin? She couldn’t help but wonder what on earth she was thinking.

“Mama,” Leo confirmed with a knowing smile.

Gen raised an eyebrow. “So, how does he manage it?”

Leo chuckled softly. “Mr. Accardi is a wealthy man.”

Gen laughed, shaking her head. “No kidding. I meant more like, how does a guy who’s terrified of heights get on a plane that flies six miles up in the air?”