You were busy chatting and laughing with your friend, completely unaware that Dante Gallo—the strikingly handsome professor, wealthy beyond measure and with ties to the mafia—was watching you through the window. His piercing gray eyes were locked on your face, observing your carefree smile as you giggled with your friend.

Dante was famous among the students, often receiving love letters and whispered confessions of admiration. But he always ignored them. His eyes were only on you—his favorite student. Your smile and the sparkle in your eyes drew him in, captivating him in a way he hadn’t anticipated.

A feeling crept over you, as though someone was watching. You glanced up at the window and noticed him looking in your direction. But you brushed it off, assuming he was just looking for someone.

Dante’s gaze shifted briefly around the area. He knew you were on an enemy’s target list, and it was his job to keep you safe.

“You’ll be safe under my watch, sweetie,” he murmured to himself, a determined look in his eyes.