A X E L I spent the next two days in anticipation. I couldn't focus on anything, my mind consumed with thoughts of Rosalie and her date with Ethan. I was a wreck. Finally, Friday night arrived. I was dressed in a tailored black suit, my hair slicked back. Luciano had texted me earlier, telling me to meet him at the restaurant. I was nervous, but I was also ready. I was going to get my girl back, no matter what it took. I arrived at La Petite Rose and saw Luciano standing by the entrance, looking smug. "Nice of you to finally show up," He said, a playful smirk on his face. "I was starting to think you were going to chicken out." "Very funny," I said, rolling my eyes. "So, what's the plan?" "Patience, my friend. Patience," He said, clapping me on the shoulder. "The plan is already in

