Chapter 7 Skylar kept her eyes on her plate , not looking up or listening to Calliass responses .
After breakfast , her phone buzzed .
Victoria had sent the payment two hundred thousand , exactly as promised .
Skylar caught Victorias challenging smirk across the table .
Another message followed : Love how the photos turned out , especially those kissing shots .
Cant wait to show Cal your work .
Your effort wont go to waste ! ? Skylar sent back a simple Received .
She transferred the money to her account , finally reaching her three million goal .
A small smile crossed her face .
While everyone was still distracted with breakfast , she slipped upstairs , changed , and called a car .
She had goodbye drinks with her friends scheduled she couldnt be late .
Skylar made it to the club right at noon .
Her friends greeted her with worried faces .
Youre really doing this ? How long will you be in Florence ? Are you coming back ? Three years , then Ill find work there .
Settle down .
Probably wont come back .
Her three friends exchanged shocked looks .
What about Callias ? Hes here , youre in Italy … werent you two planning to get married ? 11:37 Escape From My Step Brothers Dangerous Obsession 3.7 % Chapter 7 They knew about her and Callias .
Shed needed someone to confide in about their forbidden relationship , fearing shed break under the weight of the secret .
Im over it .
Over him , she said lightly .
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Though she tried to sound casual , her friends had witnessed every step of their relationship .
They knew her pain and struggle , even if they didnt know what caused this sudden break .
Good riddance ! Now you wont have to worry about breaking your moms heart .
Exactly ! Italian men are gorgeous youll find someone new in no time .
Hey , Ive never been to Florence ! You better FaceTime me lots , I want to see everything ! Their chatter brought a genuine smile to her face .
They were right .
She was starting fresh .
Why dwell on the past ? Callias disappeared for the next few days .
Skylar didnt care where he went .
She spent her remaining time with her mom .
They shopped , took photos , ate at all their favorite places .
Her mom gave endless advice about living alone abroad .
Time slipped away in these precious moments .
Five days before departure , her mom left with Uncle Dan on a business trip .
Then her aunt called her fathers grave needed to be moved due to city planning .
Her mother already faced enough judgment from the Harrisons .
Skylar wouldnt let this give them more ammunition for gossip .
Shed handle it alone .
Prathers Dangerous Obsession 3.9 % Chapter 7 She quickly arranged for a new plot .
But as she was leaving to collect the ashes , Callias appeared at the door .
Learning her plans , he grabbed her hand , frowning .
Do you even see me as your boyfriend ? Your dad is my dad too .
Something this important why wouldnt you ask me to come ? You shouldnt do this alone .
Get in the car .
Im coming with you .
Looking at his serious expression , Skylar couldnt tell what was real anymore .
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