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Emilia's POV-I resigned from my job. Salvatore convinced me somehow that it's not safe for me to go outside and work with Adriano out there, lookifor any opportunity to harm me.Talking with Salvatore relaxed me. He made sure of it that I don't take any decisions that put me in any position of harm. For few hours I sat with my mother too. I went to her room and talked to her. She seemed relaxed while talking to me. She told me that doctor told her that she is too weak to walk, honestly to me she seemed to be a little better. She said she cannot get up from bed or walk down the stairs. I completely understand.We talked for a few hours. She asked about Emma and Aida. She also asked about my job. I had to lie to her that I quit job so I can focus on my kids.My dad entered and a small smile danced on his lips seeing me and my mother getting along."What's the mother daughter duo discussing?" He asked playfully. "Nothing much, just catching up." I told him."Emilia, I need to discuss
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My heart raced as the servant's words echoed through the vast corridors of the mansion. Someone at the door, desiring to meet me. "Ma'am, there is someone at the door. They are looking for Emilia. I think you should talk to them." The maid said and my heart started beating loud.Panic gripped me momentarily. I can only think of one name, who can come to meet me.I was scared that the worst that I have thought of has happened. My children are sleeping and maybe it's Adriano who has come to meet them.My mind instantly conjured the image of Adriano, the man I had reluctantly married, causing a shiver to run down my spine. The mere thought of facing him sent shudders of fear through me.I don't want to go to the door and talk to him. I could physically feel my legs wobble.Yet, a flicker of courage ignited within me. I couldn't let fear dictate my actions. I prayed to God and gathering my resolve, I made my way towards the entrance. Anticipation and anxiety were waltzing within me. The
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I couldn't believe my eyes as Lily and I sat in the living room, catching up after years of silence. In the starting of our conversation, curiosity got the better of me, and I asked Lily how she found out I lived here. "Dante told me."Her casual response hit me like a punch to the gut—Dante had told her the address, I was furious.I never trusted her in the first place but now it feels like a slap on my face.She still talks to Dante, maybe he sent her here, to keep an eye on me and my kids. I need to kick Lily out but I don't know how to.Fury surged within me, and I couldn't contain my disdain as she mentioned the name Dante. I despised him with every fiber of my being. "Dante? Why would he tell you where I live?" I snapped, my voice edged with anger."It's quite clear whose side you are on." I was furious as I raised my voice at her."How dare you come to my house? Get out, there is no place for you here Lily. I don't know why I let you in. I thought maybe you have changed. I wan
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Third person point of view -In the quiet cocoon of a living room, Lily found herself seated across from Emilia, the air thick with unspoken sentiments. Both of them were anxious.The sisters, bound by troubles and shared history, were about to embark on a conversation that would unveil the darkest corners of Lily's past—territory she had guarded fiercely for far too long.As they exchanged glances, a hesitant yet determined resolve flickered in Lily's eyes. The weight of a secret, one that had burdened her for years, threatened to spill into the room. It was time to unveil the truth, to allow Emilia a glimpse into the shadows that had shaped Lily's life."Emilia," Lily began, her voice barely more than a whisper, "there's something I need to share with you. Something I've kept locked away, hidden from everyone, including myself.""I know that you have always hated me and I have always treated you bad but now I think deep down I have a regret about it. Now I feel like I understand you
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The weight of Lily's revelations hung in the air, a somber atmosphere settling over the living room. "Also he reached out to me yesterday. He threatened me that he will kill me if I don't do what he told me to. So I had no other option but to follow what he said." Lily spoke."He said that I need to go to your place, and talk to you like a loving and caring sister. He told me I need to earn your trust and plant some cameras in your mansion. He said that if I fail at my task he will kill me. Adriano and Dante are working together against you Emilia. And they are using me." She confessed.As the echoes of Lily's painful confessions lingered, I felt a mixture of sorrow, anger, and an overwhelming desire to shield my sister from any further harm. The specter of Dante, once thought to be confined to the past, had resurfaced with a chilling threat."Lily," I whispered, my voice trembling with a blend of concern and disbelief, "he threatened to kill you? And he wants you to plant secret c
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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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