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The evenings had settled into a comforting routine after Lily's departure. With the chaos of recent events behind us, life resumed its normal pace. I found solace in the familiarity of family, especially when it came to the nightly ritual of dinner. Spending time with my kids made me the happiest.Tonight was no exception.The dinner table was set, adorned with the warmth of shared meals and familial laughter. Aida and Emma had their usual fights but now everyone was used to it.There was no stopping them.One minute they were the biggest enemies and the next moment they were best friends.My dad, was busy with a work meeting, couldn't join us, leaving Salvatore, Sofia, and my two kids—Emma and Aida—at the dinner table.As Sofia and the kids quickly finished their meals and excused themselves, Salvatore and I found ourselves alone at the table. It felt weird suddenly.Because I saw Salvatore stealing glances and looking at me while everyone was present.Kids went to their rooms to
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My heart pounded in my chest as the realization hit me like a freight train.No, this cannot be possible.I cannot make the same mistake of trusting and falling in love with a man who turns out a liar and backstabber.The warmth of our intimate moment turned icy, and I couldn't shake the feeling of dread creeping over me.My heart was beating so loudly that I could feel it in my ears.Salvatore, standing before me with that eagle tattoo on display, is an indication that he was the same man who has taken away Aida, that day. The man who had invaded our lives with sinister intent was no other than Salvatore. I moved here because of the incidents with that stranger.xIs Salvatore working for Adriano? Is he falsely claiming to love me so he can use me? Is he here to take Emma away?The shock paralyzed me momentarily, but anger quickly replaced it."What the hell is this, Salvatore?" I spat out, my voice a mix of disbelief and rage. "You lied to me about everything!"Salvatore couldn't un
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5 months later(There is a new twist in the plot, stay with the story)Dark content ahead Emilia's point of view -I haven't properly slept in three days. Last night I have only been asleep for four hours and day before yesterday, only two hours.I was woken up by sudden touch on my ass. I could feel someone's hand on my butt as they tried to squeeze it.I instantly got up, feeling uncomfortable.As I opened my eyes I was greeted with sight of my husband, Adriano, sleeping naked in the same bed as me.I looked at the side table alarm clock and realised it was only 4:30 on the morning.But Adriano seemed wide awake.I looked down at him and he returned a smile to me."Let's continue." Is all what he said and pushed me down, laying me straight on the bed, naked.This was a rule that Adriano made recently.He doesn't let me in the bed unless I am completely naked.But somehow these rules don't apply to him. Whenever he likes he he is fully clothed whenever he likes he is not."Go back t
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My day kicks off at six thirty in the morning, a silent symphony beginning as I rise from my bed.Adriano was already in the shower.Careful enough, not to disturb anyone I commenced my routine. The first rays of sunlight filter through the curtains as I pushed them aside, letting the light enter our bedroom.Stepping into the kitchen, my haven for the next few hours, I embark on the first task of the day – preparing a breakfast for my family, and also packing lunch for Adriano, that he will be taking to office. We have no maids to help me out.Adriano doesn't like the way maids work so I do everything on my own. I remember a month ago I was really tired of everything, as I was sick. I asked Adriano very politely about hiring a maid but in response all I received was silence.I know I have upset him by talking about this matter. What ever he thinks is the best for our family. Who am I to go around questioning his decision and try to put forward my silly opinions?I was ashamed of
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"Where is your ring Emilia?" I shook in fear listening to Adriano's words.One thing he really hates is not seeing me wearing our wedding ring. This happened once in the past too, only one time. Adriano got so mad at me that I immediately started crying.He was fuming with anger."I removed it because it was itching my fingers. What the big deal honey? I will put it back-" I turned around to go get the ring but Adriano pulled me back by my hair.That day he pulled my hair with such a force that tears automatically started dripping down my eyes.I started crying loudly, but I did not dare to tell him to stop. I knew he could do worse."Never dare to remove your wedding ring again. It's a symbol that you are mine. Only mine. I hate it so much when I don't find it in your finger." He told me.It got so bad that day, that my head started to ache because of crying that much, so Adriano did not punish me further. Somehow he let it go.But I don't think he will let it slide this time.Adria
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I kissed good bye to Adriano as he left for office the next morning, once again reminding me that Dante is going to come over for dinner today.I prepared a feast for Dante and Adriano, hoping to impress him despite my nerves. On the menu were homemade lasagna with layers of rich, flavorful meat sauce and creamy béchamel, accompanied by a side of garlic bread. I also prepared a fresh, crisp salad with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and a zesty vinaigrette. For dessert, I crafted a decadent chocolate cake with layers of velvety ganache.It took me the whole day to prepare it. I was so exhausted by the end of the day.Along with taking care of the kids and cleaning the house I also worked really hard on preparing the dinner.I did not want to give any reason to Dante to taunt me.I took a shower and put on good clothes after finishing all the work. I was exhausted and the urge to sleep was really strong but I somehow managed to ignore it.I went to the kids room and dressed them up too
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"Adriano when did we get married?" I asked Adriano as we were laying in the bed cuddling each other.Even if I put so much pressure on my mind I am still not able to remember anything. It feels really weird that I do not have any memory of the past.It kills me inside but I overthink that if I ask Adriano about this, he might think I am crazy."Four years ago." He said kissing me, he seemed completely uninterested in my questions."What? Aida is five years old Adriano, did I get pregnant before our marriage?" I asked as it came to my mind."Emilia you know how much I hate these stupid ass questions. You are killing my boner." He stopped me from asking more questions."But Adriano I really want to know. You know sometimes I try to remember the good moments of our lives, like Emma's birth, Aida's birth, our marriage, when did we get this house and why are we-" I kept on talking but Adriano sat straight on the bed and pressed his hand over my lips, shutting me up."Shut the fuck up Emilia
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"Don't fight with your sister, Emma" I chided. "You eat from your own plate."Adriano was gone on the business trip with Dante and it somehow made me relax.I prepared lunch and served Emma and Aida.Before leaving Adriano gave me a phone. He always told me that I should stay away from electronic gadgets and so should our kids. I never had a mobile phone of my own, meanwhile Adriano always keeps doing his work using his laptop and mobile, which I was not allowed to use. Neither which I knew the password of.Before leaving he handed me a phone, which looked like a phone but was a bit bigger in size.There were keys on it and he taught me which keys to press in case of emergency. The phone was strange as the only person I could call, using it was Adriano.The bell rang and I was shocked. Adriano is not here, Dante is not here, we never had a third visitor, so who might be here.I first decided to give a call to Adriano, but he gave me the phone to call him only when it's an emergency.
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I woke up to the gentle rays of sunlight filtering through the curtains, casting a warm glow across the room. Its peaceful.Today was the day I had been dreaming of for so long – my wedding day. I cannot believe it's all happening in reality.I am getting married to Salvatore. I am so excited.I stretched and yawned, a wave of excitement washed over me.I don't remember being this happy ever before.There was a newly found sense of peace that I hadn't felt in years. Today, Salvatore would become my husband, and I would leave behind the shadows of my past.Today I completely move on and start a new life.Adriano is dead. And so is Dante. My biological father who tried to trick me is also dead.I have dealt with enough problems in my life now. And today I am setting myself free.These deaths have been a turning point in my life. It was as if a heavy burden had been lifted from my shoulders, allowing me to breathe freely again. I was excited and so were Aida and Emma. After what eve
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You and Emma were asleep when you heard a loud bang and the sound of guns firing.You immediately hugged Emma and closed her ears.Emma also jumped and woke up hearing the sound."What is happening mommy?" She asked looking scared and I had no answer to her question because I was unaware too.The sound of guns firing cannot be good, but I don't want Emma to be terrified.Then there was a sound of loud explosion and Adriano came rushing in."Emma, Emilia, he took us out of the bed. We need to run. We are under attack." He grabbed the gun from his drawer and took us out of the room.Me and Emma were being rushed down the stairs and when I reached down I saw Dante with his gun. Dante ran towards the other way from where the sound was coming from."We need to leave as soon as possible. He is here." Adriano said.Who is here? I wanted to ask.But when I moved my head the other way I saw a silhouette of a familiar man.Salvatore.My eyes lit up.I freed my hand from Adriano's grip. Grabbed
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I woke up in the morning by the sound of Adriano screaming at someone on the phone."I will kill that fucker." He yelled in the phone."Dante, I will take all the matters in my hand now. You do as I say." Speaking this Adriano turned to look at me.He cut the call and told me to get dressed. "That fucking boy-toy of yours is getting on my nerves now. Apparantly he is on a mission to find out where I have kept you. He reached one of my warehouses and found the drugs that I had kept there before selling them offshore. Now the police is involved and I might end up getting in trouble, but don't worry honey I will never let that fucker find you and destroy our family again." Saying this he barged out of the room.I hope Salvatore is well.I know he is working according to the plan and so am I but Adriano seemed really furious now. He looses his cool and do some reckless shit when things start to get out of his hands.Adriano came back inside the bedroom to get his coat."You are leaving?"
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I sat on the bed, waiting for Adriano to arrive.To my surprise he did not lock me again in the basement. He did not starve or tried to manipulate me.Instead he took me to a bedroom upstairs.I peeked out of the window and realised I am in middle of nowhere. The house that I was kept in was searching facing and I was hearing the sounds of the waves.It took me minutes to realise that I was on a island. Adriano is holding me capative in the island so that I cannot escape."If you are looking out for an escape, there isn't any." He informed me.I still sat near the window.He came closer. "Also there are lots of wild animals here, if you set a foot out they will hunt you down. And I don't want my child to be motherless for rest of her life." He chuckled after that.It irritated me. "Aren't you so pathetic Adriano. Trying to use Emma in every possible way to blackmail me. Act like a grown man for once." I barked at him."I want to keep you alive, that just my motto. I never said about
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Adriano entered the basement and came and sat next to me on the floor.I was furious that he took Emma away from me. I am furious that I had to leave Aida and follow his orders.I know Salvatore must be taking really good care of Aida, but I am her mother. I feel the loss.For more than twenty minutes we both sat in silence.I decided that this time I am not going to be scared of him. This time I am not going to let him brainwash me.I will stand strong.I know he had many things he wanted to say, but I am pretty sure they all will be horrible."Got back from where we started, huh?" Adriano finally broke the layer of silence.I did not respond."Emma was missing you." He commented after seeing me not react to his words earlier.And I tried my best, I truly did but I couldn't hold back."Where is Emma? How is she? I wanna see her." I sounded so desperate, which I was, for my daughter.I want to see Emma, I want to talk to her, I want to play with her, I want to hug her.There is nothing
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Dante ordered me to go and sit in the car. I had no other option but to obey.As I tried to step inside my heart started beating loudly.My heart was screaming to turn around and somehow try to run away. I realised I am not at all ready to go and face Adriano again. I turned around to see Dante standing near the car, he was carrying a gun in his holster. So running away won't do me any good. He might shoot and injure me while I try to escape.At the same time I was worried about Emma. I have come this far, I cannot give up. I will rescue my daughter. I reminded myself of the promises I made to myself.It's not the time to give up, it's time to act smart. So I followed Dante's words and silently got into the car.After removing all the evidence of burning my things Dante got in the car. The whole car ride was silent.We did not even look at each other. I kept looking out of the window when a sudden thought hit my mind.Why does Dante hate me so much?I never knew anyone in my whole li
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Aida was asleep when I left. I am happy about it, otherwise it would have been really difficult for me to say goodbye to her in this situation.Salvatore handed me the key of the car and assured me that he will soon come to rescue me. I need to believe him, which I do, but there is a strong fear in my mind regarding Adriano.Before getting in the car I looked back at Salvatore. He has done so much for me. Our relationship is based on maturity and equal respect for each other. This makes me even more happy. But now my life is about to take a drastic turn. I know Adriano must have planned something horrible for me. But I will bear it all until I get to know about the whereabouts of Emma.After driving for another forty five minutes I reached the address Adriano texted me.The whole street was empty and right in front of the spit where I stopped my car, there was another car already waiting for me there.I got out of my car and took my travel bag out and wheeled it to that car.I was ex
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I worked according to the plan. I am not going to be scared of Adriano this time. I will fool him instead.He cannot win against me.Salvatore came up with a plan but I am not completely relying on it. I am quite aware how clever Adriano is. He will somehow sabotage all the plans against him.And Emma needs to realise that her father is a bad person. I know in this process her heart will break. I won't tell her myself but somehow I will let her know Adriano's true face.Adriano warned me not to tell the cops about it, and I would not risk it. Because there might be some corrupt policemen who might be working for Adriano.So I only told Salvatore about it. He assured me that in order to keep me and Emma safe, Logan will do his best. Salvatore told me how he and Logan have been friends since childhood and he can be completely trusted. Salvatore told Logan not to let everyone in his department know about the phone call from Adriano. Logan exactly did what Salvatore told him to.More th
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Logan sent some of his men to check the CCTV cameras of the roads.If was getting worried sick. I was getting paranoid with each and every moment. I went to Aida's room for atleast 4 times in one hour to check whether she is there or not.I am too scared to lose anymore people in my life.Turns out that Emma left on her own, no body forced her or she has not been kidnapped. I started rethinking my decisions. I did not consider in the beginning that Emma will be so hurt seeing me and Salvatore as a couple. In just a couple of months she has gotten so close to Adriano that her little heart is not ready to accept any other man as her guardian.I understand that this fact is painful and difficult for her to accept but she needs to know the truth that her father is a terrible person, I am not sure that I will be able to tell her anything in details because it's horrible, and I am sure her childlike brain won't be able to listen and understand to so much trauma.Another thought stuck in my
