Laura's POVI arrived at the driveway, and the family chauffeur offered to assist me in driving the car. However, I firmly declined and proceeded to the car. I drove it out and exited through the gate. The moment I passed the iron wrought gate, I couldn't contain my joy, and I let out a scream!Was I finally free again? I wasn't even sure of the route to Nicholas' place, so I relied on Google Maps to guide me back to Sicily. I had missed them all so much. Just then, a call came in, and when I checked the caller ID, I realized it was my grandmother. I immediately answered the call."Good morning, Grandma," I murmured, releasing a sigh."How are you, Laura?" Her voice exuded a calm and soothing quality, precisely what I needed at that moment."I'm fine, Grandma. How about you?" I inquired."I'm not doing well. I need you to come back," she replied, her tone carrying a hint of sadness. I would have been quick to panic and ask her what was wrong if I didn't know better.My grandmother had
Nicholas' POVI remained utterly shocked by her presence. The idea of us meeting again like this was beyond anything I could have imagined, even in my wildest dreams. I stood there, gazing at her, completely speechless."Nicholas," she began, her voice carrying a soothing and calming tone."I'm truly sorry for everything that transpired," her voice quivered as she spoke.She was apologizing for everything that had transpired? She had shattered my heart, disappeared for two whole months without a trace, without a care for me or how I was coping without her. What about her friends? Sonia, Abraham, her mom? Did they all mean nothing to her too?I knew I shouldn't let anger consume me, and I should be overjoyed that she was suddenly back. However, in that moment, processing everything and seeing her before me, begging, filled me with anger."Did you ever truly love me?" That's all I could manage to say at that moment. I needed clarity on so many things.She began to speak but faltered, un
Laura's POVI locked eyes with Nicholas. His face bore a somber expression, and he remained silent, meeting my gaze without uttering a word."Did you hear what I just mentioned?" I inquired."Indeed, I heard you," he replied, lowering his gaze momentarily. "You mentioned that Fernando was dispatched to spy on me. I can't say I'm entirely surprised because I've had my suspicions about his hidden agenda.I had hoped against hope that you weren't an unwitting pawn in his deceitful scheme, that his feelings for you were genuine, and he wouldn't harm you until I could locate you."His demeanor softened, and a profound sense of relief washed over me. It was heartwarming to witness his enduring care and affection, even during my absence."It's truly comforting to hear you express that," I replied, my voice tinged with shyness.He gently cradled my face with his powerful hands. "It pains me to observe that you still doubt how deeply I love you, the lengths I'm willing to go to protect you," h
Laura's POVOne thing I knew for sure was that moving forward, I had to do better and stop hurting the people I love with my reckless actions.I rose from the bed, spotting my clothes scattered across the room, remnants of our passionate night together as we tore our clothes off each other. Oh, how wonderful it had been. I couldn't help but giggle.Just then, Nicholas emerged from the bathroom, towel-drying his hair. "Heading out already?" he inquired."Yeah, I have some things to take care of today as well.""I must warn you before you head out," he said, a hint of amusement in his tone. "There are two angry individuals waiting outside to confront you. I ran into them on my way down to get your food. They asked whose food it was, and I had to brief them on what happened and, of course, apologize."I swallowed hard. I hadn't seen either of them yesterday. Luckily, when I had returned, neither Sonia nor Abraham were around to spot me. Sonia wasn't at home, and Abraham must have been bu
Laura's POVWitnessing Laura's tears shattered my heart. Anyone responsible for causing her pain would face my wrath. Our wedding was just a few weeks away, and I was determined to expedite the ceremony.Delaying was out of the question. I escorted her downstairs and settled her on the lounge couch, instructing her to wait for me."Why should I stay here, Nicholas? Where are you going?" she inquired as I turned to depart. I halted and pivoted to face her. "Please, remain here and await my return. I'll be back shortly," I replied with a calm assurance.She nodded and scanned the room. I followed suit and noticed a few individuals hastily retreat to different corners, peeking cautiously to observe the unfolding scene. Evidently, they were taken aback by the sudden reappearance of the lady of the house after her mysterious absence.Regardless of their motives, they had their own affairs to attend to. If I caught another person stealing glances in her direction, I would ensure it was the
Lauras' POV Sonia and Abraham gazed at us, clearly taken aback. They were likely pondering the nature of the unexpected revelation. I exchanged a glance with Nicholas, and we shared a smile, savoring the excitement we had stirred within them. "What's the surprise?" Abraham impatiently inquired. "Do you truly wish to discover its essence?" Nicholas teased, raising an eyebrow playfully. "Quite the drama," Sonia scoffed, rolling her eyes, which prompted Nicholas and me to burst into laughter. "Of course, I'm curious," Abraham retorted. We locked eyes and nodded simultaneously before exclaiming, "We're getting married, you guys!" "Ahhhhh!!! Oh my God!!! Are you serious? How? When?" Questions and exclamations filled the air in a whirlwind of curiosity. Their excitement was palpable. Abraham embraced Nicholas with heartfelt enthusiasm, exclaiming, "You're a true man!" He then turned to me, still beaming, and said, "I formally welcome you into the family." Sonia, unable to contain h
Lauras' POV"Are my uncles present? I would like them to be part of this conversation," I said with seriousness."Laura, I hope everything is all right," my grandma began to grow anxious."Everything is perfectly fine, Grandma. Are they around? Please, send for them," I pleaded."Alright, I'll do that right away. Please hold on." I heard her calling for her personal assistant. When the assistant arrived, she instructed her to fetch my uncles. It was fortunate that all of this was happening in the morning when everyone was still at home, likely preparing to leave for work.After a few minutes had elapsed, my grandma's voice returned, "They are here, Laura. Are you still on the line?""Yes, Grandma," I replied softly, offering greetings to my uncles before clearing my throat."I'm getting married in two weeks." There was complete silence.My grandma was the first to break the silence. "Are you serious?" she asked."I am serious, Grandma. Nicholas proposed yesterday," I said with excitem
Nicholas' POVDespite my initial surprise, I opted to let her continue before expressing my reservations about her choice of words."We were in a stunning garden, you and I, watching our little boy and girl play together. Everything was so perfect, from the flowers to the sunset—it was like a picture-perfect scene." She gently placed her hand on my face and smiled."I wouldn't embark on this journey of life with anyone else but you, and today also happens to be the best day of my life," she confessed. My heart fluttered at her words; it was simply perfect. The moment itself was flawless, rendering the words I had planned to say earlier entirely unnecessary.Suddenly, a knock on the door startled both of us.A voice followed, "Release the bride to us, Nicholas! For heaven's sake, you could have waited just one more day to be with her." Laura and I chuckled as we hastily got up from the bed, scrambling to put on our clothes. We didn't want to further provoke Sonia's impatience.The knoc