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Chapter 164

Author: Ed Sundersen
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"Before you make any decision..." Aria began, her tone fused with worry. By this time, Enzo was gone and it now left the both of them outside the study. "There is something you need to know"

"What else, Mammà?"

"Something important," Aria whispered with urgency as she cautiously looked around to be sure they were alone. Fear lingered beneath the surface, breaking through the fragile facade of her composure. "Come with me"

Quietly, Rosana followed her back to the room where she locked the door behind them, her movement swift and anxious. She began pacing back and forth, her nervousness growing as her hands began to shake uncontrollably.

Once Rosana saw that, her concern deepened. Aria's composure was cracking and she knew that behavior all too well. Her mother only exhibited such frantic energy when burdened by a heavy secret or overwhelming worry.

What could it be this time?

"Mammà... What is the problem?"

"Oh, dear, I should have told you the truth sooner" She breathed, her voice
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Amantle Paul
finally someone had the courage to tell the whole truth I knew Sergio can not kill just for fun there must be a reason and Enzo I love you so much you never tried to defend your brother infront of Donna Mr Santos is the heartless one not Sergio these man used his children for power
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