Catalonia, Spain.
Patricia arrived at Catalonia at seven in the evening with Felix. She was not even sure why Felix brought her to Spain. No matter how many times she asked while their still on the plane, Felix insisted on being cryptic. Another thing that she doesn't understand is when they exit the airport there's an envoy of cars waiting for them.
At first, she thought that it's only normal because she's with Felix Zaragoza. But when she heard the men waiting for them call her Miss Patricia, she knew something was not right. They were all too police to her, she felt like they all knew her very well. The moment she turned to Felix for answers, he simply smiled at her, then shrugged.
Patricia can't help but be in awe when she saw the car enter to a driveway. "Welcome to Castillo de Zaragoza." Felix announced when their limousine finally parked in front of a gigantic castle.
"This place is so beautiful. Who owns this place?" Patricia asked as she scans th
There are things that Patricia still don't understand about everything that she learned about herself. She grew up, knowing that her mother was just some normal woman. Never in her wildest dreams, that she ever imagined having such interesting family history.Felix's voice telling her that she owns the entire vast estate that can match the palace of the queen of England, keeps repeating in her head. She's been strolling around the estate, but she hasn't seen the entirety of it. Patricia still can't believe that she owns this kind of property."Miss Patricia, there are people who wants to talk to you." The butler said."People? Who?" Patricia asked."They are the princes of your family's organization. You are their queen, and they've been waiting for you."Patricia followed the butler into the conference room of the estate. There, she found twelve young men waiting for her. She can tell that they are all about the same age as her. Love of them look
Violet's POV -Flashback- It was a nice morning, when I noticed this light reflection coming from the garden of the vacation house. I acted as if I didn't see it so I can come up with a plan. Our men can't know about whoever is it that is watching us. If our men would realize what I know, they would be on high alert. "Gilbert, what do we have for breakfast?" Gilbert looked at me like he knows something. I've always known that Gilbert was the traitor, but Franklin wouldn't listen to me. He was so keen on believing that Gilbert was one of his loyal men. "Chelsey cooked some fried rice and bacon." He responded. On my way to the kitchen, I saw a glimpse of a man hiding in the bushes. I knew we were being watched, but I didn't realize that they were this many. The the moment I saw one of them, I was able to figure out where the others are. They are not here to watch us, they're here to kill us. Before I got the chance to tell our men about t
While Gonzalo, Darryl, and their men are all in Jericho, Tasha decided to visit her parents in New Mexico. She wanted to pass her available time until they come back. Her parents were so happy to see her again. But, they also worry about Patricia. Now that they know about Patricia and Gonzalo's way of life.She arrived in New Mexico by midnight, but her parents didn't mind. Her mother even cooked for her, and her father baked her favorite cake for desert. Tasha is happier to see her parents now, than when she hasn't accepted the death of her sister. Before, whenever she come to see her parents, she can't help but feel the guilt."You don't have to do this, guys. Sun's almost up." Tasha said to her parents."Oh, honey. It's been months since the last time that I cooked for you." Her mother responded."Your mother is right, Tasha. Just let us do this for you.""I love you, guys. I love you so much."The three of them hugged each other tightly.
Patricia's POV-Flashback-Felix never told me where we were going until we're at his private airport in Paris. When he said that he's taking to Catalonia, Spain, I had no idea that he will take to my mother's family. I have never met any relatives on my mother's side. Me and my always thought that mom was an only child and that she has no other family left.But, when arrived at Castillo de Zaragoza, that is when I realized that my mother came from not only a huge family, but also powerful, and very wealthy. Another surprising thing is that they know about me, even though I had no idea that they exist. They were all welcoming, and I can honestly feel how happy they were when Felix brought me home to them."¡Ay Dios mío! Te parecías a tu madre." Abuela Lucita exclaimed."No habla español, abuela." Felix said on my behalf."Oh, that's okay. I said you really looked like your mother. My sister, your mother's mother, s
Tasha and Darryl are both having their breakfast when Gonzalo arrived at the dining hall. Tasha was telling Darryl how she enjoyed being with her parents while they were in California. They also talked about Anthony who is currently in the Philippines with his Filipina girlfriend. But, their conversation was cut short when they saw how serious Gonzalo's face is.He's been like that since they went back home. According to Darryl, he became more workaholic than before. Focusing his attention to every business he has, both legal and illegal. He barely spend time at home. They also noticed that he's angrier than ever. Little things can set him off."Gonzalo, breakfast?" Tasha offered."Nah, I'll just have something later in the office."They both watch Gonzalo walked out of the house. Darryl looks genuinely concern about Gonzalo, and Tasha can clearly see it. He looks heartbroken, and they both can't do anything about it. As long as Patricia is still missing,
There's always the question of how two people meet and fall in love. Some people says it's science; chemistry to be exact. The increase of oxytocin in the body, along with other chemicals, that makes a person feels in love. The others, the more romantic ones, will argue that love is far complicated than what science claims. Those hopeless romantics says that love between two people is caused by fate. Two souls fated to meet long before they were even born.No one can actually explain how love between two complete strangers began. One thing for sure is that once you fall in love, there's no stopping it. It has been proven from time to time that love will definitely conquers all. Many have killed for love. Sometimes, love will bring out the worst in people, sometimes it will bring out the best."Santiago, we have the gang in downtown New York. They've agreed to work for us." Santiago smiled because of what he heard. It's time to bring down the chaos into the city that ne
Tasha's POVGonzalo sent me to New Mexico to stay with my parents until everything was taken cared of. He doesn't want me to be around in case things gets out of hand. The leader of the gang that started the incident in New York named him as the person who ordered the attack. We all know that Gonzalo didn't do it. I may not know everything about him or all the things that he do, but I know for sure that he would never do it, especially to his own city. Gonzalo's reputation is one of the things that he protects.My parents were both happy to see me safe, and unharmed, especially after they saw the news about what happened. They are even suggesting that I stay with them for good and to never come back to New York ever again. I even agree with them, at least until Patricia was found. Things are getting scarier by the day, and I don't know if I can still handle it."Sweetheart, Carlos is looking for you. That man has been waiting for you to come back. He likes you,
It's been twenty-four hours since she was taken. They haven't done anything to her, but they won't even let her go out. She was well-fed, aside from that, nothing. Patricia's been feeling frustrated because she won't be able to construct a plan to escape if she can't study their location. The only times that someone would come to her is to bring her food. For the last twenty-four house, she's been silently praying that God would bring her apologies to her parents. They specifically told her not to leave, but she didn't listen. If she did, not of this would have happened. She wouldn't have been taken. "Patricia, it is nice to finally meet you. One of the only two women who captured my son's heart. Have they been treating you well?" She can't clearly see the face of the standing outside her holding cell, but his voice was familiar. Older, but familiar. Even the way he carries himself, the way he stand, it was all to familiar to her. "Eerie, isn't it? My son lat
Dear my beloved readers, I am doing major revisions to improve this story. I want to deliver to all of the best story possible. There will be some additional scenes, some additional characters, and I will remove some scenes or characters that are not needed. You guys don't have any idea how much I appreicate all of you. I aill be publishing a whole lot of stories, so just hang in there, and we still have a love journey to go. Thank you for your patience, and I love you guys! Stay tune for more! Your loving author, Ally Ocampo 😘
Early in the morning, one of Gonzalo's servants knock on their bedroom door. There was a delivery dropped off at the gate addressed to Gonzalo's name. It was a sealed long wooden box, only larger than a coffin by one or two inches. Nobody touched it yet, because they were all waiting for the two bosses to come down. A putrid smell is coming out from the box, and all of them are too familiar in such smell. The moment Gonzalo and Patricia came down to the living room, they immediately gave the order to open the wooden box. And, no matter how strong their stomachs are, seeing what was the content of the box rattled them. "Oh, God! That's Benson." One of their men exclaimed. "I'm going to skin those bastard alive!" Another one yelled out of anger. "Calm down, boys. This is a good thing. He is running on blind rage, and his tripping. A rabid animal is easier to hunt because they don't have strategy anymore. They are working on rage." "Does that mea
Tasha was shocked about everything that followed after knowing the truth about Patricia's identity. As complicated as it is, she didn't realize that it could get anymore messed up than it already is. But, the funny thing is, Franklin didn't waste time claiming what was his. He came to Valenzuela estate with a hundred of his men, all armed, and prepared for war.She honestly felt scared that chaos would erupt, more so when Gonzalo went out to meet him. Franklin threatened to kill everyone at the estate if Gonzalo won't give Patricia to them. But, when one of his announced that Patricia was spotted running away through the southern part of the wooded area surrounding Gonzalo's property.If not for Darryl who took her deep into the woods where he told t
Life is a one big maze. Every turn we take lead us to another path. Patricia's life is the definition of one big maze. From the moment that she was conceived in the womb, there has been so much complication in her life. Even the way that her lineage started was complicated.Her real name is Patricia Zaragoza Maxford. The only daughter of an heir, and heiress of two powerful underground organization. The first born of the most powerful family in Jericho, California, Franklin Maxford. And, the heiress of the biggest mob group in Spain, Violet Zaragoza. After Violet's father died, she was forced to find a suitable husband to strengthen their organization.But, something happened that made things complicated. No one has any idea how it started or why, even the who. The once one happy, and powerful family got separated. It's like a classic fairy tale story. The king, and queen lost their one and only princess. The kingdom fell into a dark era, and lost their only hope.
Life is a one big maze. Every turn we take lead us to another path. Patricia's life is the definition of one big maze. From the moment that she was conceived in the womb, there has been so much complication in her life. Even the way that her lineage started was complicated.Her real name is Patricia Zaragoza Maxford. The only daughter of an heir, and heiress of two powerful underground organization. The first born of the most powerful family in Jericho, California, Franklin Maxford. And, the heiress of the biggest mob group in Spain, Violet Zaragoza. After Violet's father died, she was forced to find a suitable husband to strengthen their organization.But, something happened that made things complicated. No one has any idea how it started or why, even the who. The once one happy, and powerful family got separated. It's like a classic fairy tale story. The king, and queen lost their one and only princess. The kingdom fell into a dark era, and lost their only hope.
New Mexico became Levi's new home. While keeping his true identity hidden, he's enjoying his brand new life. Working at a meat factory, he also maintained his relationship with the child he helped. They always meet every night in front of the kid's house. They would eat snacks, and exchange stories.Even the kid's parents met Levi, and loved him immediately. He felt like having his parents back. Feeling the love of a mother, and a father, who would give advice about life. Being born as a privileged kid made him blind to the struggles of people born in the lower class of society. It made him think that life is always easy, and that everyone always has a choice."Carl, come on, shift's done. Time for some booze."Carl is the name that Levi chose to be his new name. It's far different than his true name, and he even grew his beard to change his appearance. It's not that he's afraid of getting caught. He just enjoys his life so much that he doesn't want it to end. T
-Flashback-What does being a father means? Is it providing everything that your family needs? Or maybe giving them a home that can call their own? Perhaps, loving them is enough? But, is it right that a father was a son first? With a mother who loved him more than anyone in this world? A woman who taught him how to be a man with dignity, compassion, and love?What would a man do if he was placed in a situation where he needs to choose? The family that he didn't want, or th mother who alway loved, and cared for him? What was the choice for him?With breathes so deep and heavy, that it could almost be heard outside the house, Gonzalo sat on the floor. His hands were shaking, and his body was covered in sweat. It's like he just woke up from an endless nightmare. Because, the moment that he saw his wife, and child, his reaction turned to utter shock."What have I done?" His eyes was dancing, more like drowning in fear, confusion, and grief. And, when the tel
The Maxford estate is one of the oldest property in Jericho. Parts of it has been renovated multiple times, but the family maintained the original style and design of the entire property. And, the most beautiful part of the Maxford estate is the well garden. A three hundred-year-old well, crafted by the best mason, and blacksmith in town, long before it was called Jericho.Now that the truth has come out, Franklin is hell bent on finding what really happened to his wife. He wants to know what happened to their child. If it was born, or of it died. For twenty-five years, he thought that his wife died of child birth. That the baby brought to them was the reason why his beloved wife died. Franklin tried to love her, to see her as her child. But, everytime he looks at Angela, all he could see was his wife not being with him. Not only that, whenever he lay on his bed at night, he would think about Angela. Asking himself, is the death of his wife the only why he can't love her?
-Flashback-Gilbert Just got home from a business dealing with his boss, some of their best men. Violence was not part of the plan. However, there unforeseen events that occurred, and one sassy response led to insults, until the first shot was fired. Bloodshed was indeed unavoidable."Oh, my God! Are you okay?""It's not my blood. I'm fine, babe.""Thank God."Deborah hugged Gilbert after ensuring that he wasn't hurt. The moment that her heartbeat turned to normal, she remembered her surprised. The memory of Gilbert's look when he said having a child is his greatest dream is still fresh in his mind."What are you doing?" Gilbert asked in confusion while watching her rummage through her back."Here,""What is—you're—is this—"Deborah smiled widely after seeing his reaction. Gilbert was bewildered as he stare at the pregnancy test. His reaction was a mix of shock and utter happiness. He even needed to fin