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Chapter 36- Distance and Tension
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2022-05-11 16:44:26
RoxyPineappleWell, well, wellโฆ looks like Edwina is trying to escape Raffaeleโs wrath, but letโs be honestโhow long before he storms in like a dramatic telenovela villain? ๐คจ๐ฅ Also, can we take a moment to appreciate Krys for being the ultimate bestie? ๐๐ Drop a vote if youโre as stressed as I am about whatโs coming next, and leave a comment if you think Raffaele is about to go full possessive mode! ๐๐ฌ Your thoughts fuel my caffeine addiction โโso donโt be shy! ๐ Xoxo,Roxy
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Elegantly Wastedย ย ย Chapter 37-Taming the Beast
EdwinaTaming the BeastOne and a half weeks have passed, and I have drowned myself in work, barely allowing my mind the space to dwell on how Raffaele and I left things. I have returned to the office, slipping back into old routines, much to Alexxisโs relief. She was glad to see me and even more understanding after I explained everything that happened.As promised, Raffaele has kept his men at a distance, allowing me to carry on as if nothing had changed. Krys continues to check in, making sure I am okay, while Gen and I slowly mend our strained sisterly bond. These past few days, we have grown closer, though she still refuses to meet her abuela, insisting she needs more time before reconnecting with the rest of the family. I have chosen to respect her decision, spending time with her whenever I can.Alessandro has called frequently throughout the week, each time asking when I will return. He claims the house is unraveling, that things have grown tense, that Raffaele has completely lo
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2022-05-12Elegantly Wastedย ย ย Chapter 38-Shattered Pieces and Unspoken Words
EdwinaAlessandro and I walk toward the manor, my steps slow and uncertain as I try to steady my breath. With each step, my pulse thrums wildly against my ribs, my panic threatening to take over. The moment we step inside, an eerie chill clings to my skin, the air heavy with something unspoken.The house no longer feels the same. Itโs coldโlifeless. Shattered glass glistens in the dim light, the floor littered with the remains of something once whole.โWhat happened here?โ I whisper, my voice barely audible, as if speaking too loudly would disturb whatever ghosts haunt these halls.โRaffaele happened.โ Alessandro exhales, closing his eyes as a deep sadness etches into his features. Thereโs frustration too, but mostly sorrow.Silence suffocates the space around us. Not a soul in sight. Alessandro turns to me, his voice softer now. โHeโs in his office, princess. Would you like me to go with you?โI shake my head. โNo.โI have to do this alone. I have to face the man who holds my heart in
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2022-05-13Elegantly Wastedย ย ย Chapter 39- Confessions in the Dark
EdwinaAs I step into Raffaeleโs office, I find him sitting behind his desk, his piercing green eyes trailing up my body before locking onto mine. A shiver runs through me, but I force myself to ignore it. The office is immaculate, the havoc from last night erased as if it never happened. No lingering scent of alcohol. No trace of the chaos. Everything is back to its pristine orderโeverything except the storm raging inside me."How are you feeling?" His deep, velvety voice washes over me, but I remain frozen at the threshold, unwilling to move closer."Much better, thanks," I say, awkwardly shifting my weight.Raffaele leans back in his chair, a scowl settling onto his face. "I do not bite, Tesoro. You can come closer. I do not like you being so far away from me when weโre speaking."I take a slow step forward, then another, stopping just in front of his desk. My gaze remains fixed on a point over his shoulder, unwilling to meet his."Come here," he murmurs, softer this time.I shake m
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2022-05-14Elegantly Wastedย ย ย Chapter 40-Rekindled Flames and Unfinished Business
EdwinaI sigh, feeling Raffaeleโs lips peppering soft kisses over my face, stirring me from my sleep. Slowly, I blink my eyes open, my gaze meeting his beautiful green irises. A small, sleepy smile tugs at my lips as I reach up, my fingers gently tracing along his jaw, the stubble tickling my palm. My touch moves further, skimming his lips as I admire the man who watches me with such intensity.โYou need to shave,โ I mumble, my voice rough with sleep.โGood morning, Amore Mio,โ he rasps, his voice hoarse from waking up as he presses a lingering kiss to my lips, savouring my warmth. My heart flutters at his endearment, the words melting into me like honey. I wish he would never stop calling me that.โGood morning,โ I whisper, revelling in the feeling of waking up in his arms. A contented sigh escapes my lips as my hands drift over his bare back, tracing the contours of his toned muscles, feeling them flex beneath my fingertips.โI could get used to this waking up next to each other,โ I
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2022-05-15Elegantly Wastedย ย ย Chapter 41-A Night of Reckoning
EdwinaI end up going to the office, spending my entire day buried in work. After breakfast with Gen, I immerse myself in tasks, though my mind occasionally drifts to the dinner awaiting me later that night. Raffaele calls to check in, his deep, velvety voice soothing my nerves, and I find myself telling him about the dinner with my parents. He seems unbothered by it, but I canโt shake the feeling of unease bubbling inside me. Tonight would be the first time my parents met him, and I know better than anyone that introductions in my family never go smoothly.By the time I return home, night has already settled. I climb the stairs, ready to freshen up and get dressed, waiting for Raffaele to arrive so we can leave together. As I approach our bedroom, my eyes catch sight of Giovanni standing at a distance. The moment he notices me, his face hardens, and he immediately averts his gaze, avoiding me as though my presence is unbearable.โWhy are you avoiding me?โ I ask the hurt in my voice ev
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2022-05-16Elegantly Wastedย ย ย Chapter 42-Unveiling Secrets at the Dinner Table
EdwinaMom," I whisper, my voice barely carrying as I come face to face with her. The years apart have altered my memory of her, and now, standing before Raffaele and me, she looks strikingly different from the woman I once knew.Her shapely figure is draped in a flowing, off-shoulder red dress that accentuates her elegant frame, the deep hue complementing her warm, glossy skin. Her ebony-black hair cascades over her shoulders in soft, gleaming waves, framing her delicate features. Her lips, saccharine-sweet and appearing as soft as a blossom's petal, lift into a gentle smile, though thereโs something unreadable behind it. Her sun-kissed hazel eyes, flecked with gold, shimmer under the light as she takes me in, absorbing every inch of my presence with quiet scrutiny.She carries herself with effortless grace, her confidence exuding from the subtle embellishments of her attireโsimple yet tasteful jewellery adding the final touch of elegance. But what surprises me most is how much younge
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2022-05-17Elegantly Wastedย ย ย Chapter 43-Buried Truths and Broken Bonds
EdwinaMy motherโs face goes pale, her wine glass trembling in her grip. "What did you just say?" she whispers, her voice barely audible."No, it can't be," Abuela murmurs, her shock palpable. The hum of conversation and clinking cutlery vanishes, leaving only a suffocating silence in its wake."Our daughter died almost fifteen years ago," my father growls, his fists slamming against the table so hard the silverware rattles. "So what kind of bullshit is this?"I jump, my heart hammering. Iโve never seen him this furiousโnever seen him lose his composure like this. But this is too much, even for him."Is this true, Edwina?" my motherโs voice wavers, her eyes pleading for me to deny it.All eyes turn to me. Geneva sits beside me, her hands trembling, unshed tears shining in her eyes.I hesitate. The room is already a storm on the verge of destruction. Before I can decide, Raffaeleโs hand tightens around my thigh under the table, grounding me. โYou donโt have to answer if youโre not comfo
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2022-05-18Elegantly Wastedย ย ย Chapter 44-Unspoken Fears and Unwelcome Encounters
EdwinaRaffaele and I finally arrive at the house, the vast mansion shrouded in silence. Not a single soul crosses our path as we ascend the grand staircase, each step echoing softly against the marble. The quiet is not eerie but deliberateโeveryone is elsewhere, minding their own business. It feels as though the house itself respects the intimacy of this moment, shielding us from the outside world.As soon as we enter our bedroom, Raffaele wastes no time. He shuts the door behind us, his presence dominating the space, his eyes locked onto mine with an intensity that makes my breath hitch. He takes a slow step forward, then another, until I am backed against the foot of the bed. A smirk tugs at the corner of his lips, but his darkening emerald gaze is what truly sends shivers down my spine."I have waited to have you all to myself tonight, Amore Mio," he murmurs, his voice low, thick with hunger. "And now that you are here, I deserve to have you, donโt you think?"My lips curl into a t
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2022-05-19
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Elegantly Wastedย ย ย A/N
๐๐ Authorโs Note ๐๐And just like thatโฆ Weโve REACHED THE END ๐ญ๐ฅ I canโt believe itโs over! This book has been a wild rollercoaster ๐ขโlove, heartbreak, betrayal, revenge, and so many twists and turns! I have poured my heart and soul into every chapter, and seeing you all laugh, cry, scream, and fall in love with these characters has been magical โจ๐.But letโs get one thing straight... Raffaeleโs story is FAR from over. ๐๐ If you thought this book was intense, trust me, the next one is going to be even darker, deadlier, and more dangerous. Revenge is coming, and Raffaele Marcello? He is NOT the kind of man to let his enemies get away with stealing everything from him. Prepare yourselves. ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ Before we talk about the next book, I just want to sayโฆ THANK YOU. ๐To every one of you who picked up this book, read just one chapter (and then couldnโt stop ๐), stayed up way too late ๐โณ, fell in love ๐, cried your eyes out ๐ญ, threw your phone across the room ๐ฑ๐ฅ, and left me
Elegantly Wastedย ย ย Chapter 59-A Love Lost to the Darkness
RaffaeleSomething is bothering my Tesoro. I know her well enough to understand that sheโs too stubborn to talk about it until sheโs ready, but I canโt shake the feeling that sheโs hiding something. Ever since we landed in Italy, sheโs been acting strangely, and the thought that she doesnโt want me to find out why gnaws at me.Iโve been trained to read emotions, to see through deception. And Edwinaโmy Edwinaโhas been lying to me for weeks. She may think sheโs hiding it well, but I see right through her. Iโve tried to stay calm, to act as though it doesnโt bother me, but deep inside, Iโm furious. I love her, but lying is where I draw the line.Closing the door to our bedroom, I make my way to my office, determined to drown myself in work. I call for Gio, needing to clear my mind and, more importantly, to get some answers.A sharp knock sounds at the door, interrupting my focus as I sift through an overwhelming number of emails. Running a frustrated hand through my hair, I grunt, โCome i
Elegantly Wastedย ย ย Chapter 58-The Cost of Betrayal
EdwinaTonight is the night. I will have my driver on standby, waiting to take you to the airport. And make sure to keep Raffaele away from this, or someone will die tonight, Bellissima. Make sure to do as you are told to avoid someone's blood being on your hands.xx Yours truly.The moment my eyes scan the message on my screen, my blood runs cold. Tonight is the night I will leave Raffaeleโto protect him, to protect his men.I inhale sharply, trying to regulate my breathing, willing my pounding heart to steady itself. I can't afford to panic, not now, not with Raffaele just a few steps away in the shower, oblivious to the storm brewing right outside our door."Hey, are you okay?" Raffaeleโs deep voice pulls me out of my frantic thoughts, and I lift my gaze to see him standing before me, already dressed, his fingers skillfully buttoning his dress shirt.I force a smile, locking my phone and tossing it onto the bed, as though discarding my fear along with it. "Yeah," I lie, my voice tig
Elegantly Wastedย ย ย Chapter 57-Bound by Blood and Fire
EdwinaI remain frozen on the spot, my eyes locking onto Raffaeleโs darkened gaze as he winces, clutching his shirt, which is rapidly soaking with blood.โCosa รจ successo?โ Eleanoraโs voice slices through the tension, her face contorting into a deep frown as she hurries towards her son. Raffaele leans heavily against the counter, Giovanni to his left, Rodriguez to his right, all three men radiating unease. ( What happened?)โIโm fine, madre,โ Raffaele grunts, though his voice is tight with pain. Eleanora places a gentle kiss on his forehead, but his sharp green eyes never leave mine. ( Mother)โThank God you are here. The man is as stubborn as they come, princessa, and only you will be able to help him clean up since he refuses to let anyone else near him,โ Alessandroโs voice sounds beside me, pulling my gaze away from Raffaele.I nod, unable to speak, my throat tightening with an emotion I canโt quite place. Slowly, hesitantly, I step forward, my movements cautious as I take Raffaeleโ
Elegantly Wastedย ย ย Chapter 56-Reflection and Realizations
EdwinaImmediately I head out of Raffaele's office, I make my way across the house, holding my new phone box in my hand. I shake my head in amusement, chuckling at how Raffaele loves to spend money on me without hesitation. My laughter is short-lived when I realize Vincenzo is standing right across from me, arms crossed, an amused smirk playing on his lips."Should I be worried that you are laughing by yourself?" he asks, his tone laced with curiosity and amusement."Maybe," I reply, a smirk tugging at my lips.Vincenzo chuckles, shaking his head as he steps around me, heading towards wherever he is going."Where are you going?" I ask, curiosity getting the best of me."Just headed out to sort some business," he says, his voice casual, but his pace quickens as if he doesnโt want to linger on the topic. Before I can press further, he disappears down the hall.Sighing, I turn on my heel and go to Raffaeleโs room. Sitting on the edge of the bed, I stare at the sleek box in my hands, but m
Elegantly Wastedย ย ย Chapter 55- A storm on the Horizon
RaffaeleThe moment the question leaves my lips, I see the way Edwinaโs body stiffens, her eyes flashing with a flicker of panic before she quickly mouths her expression. I try not to read too much into it, reminding myself that Iโve already made her feel like I donโt trust herโwhen in reality, the opposite is true. I trust her with my life. The last thing I want is to create more distance between us, to push her away even further.โCome here,โ I tell her softly, my gaze locked onto hers. She hesitates for a moment before taking a step forward, but itโs not close enough. โCloser, Tesoro,โ I murmur, my voice dipping an octave lower, filled with quiet demand.She obeys, stepping into my space, and I waste no time pulling her into my lap, her legs straddling me. The moment her sweet lilac scent fills my senses, I feel a tension within me loosen. Burying my face into the curve of her neck, I tighten my hold on her, the steady rhythm of her heartbeat soothing the fire within me.โYou smell
Elegantly Wastedย ย ย Chapter 54- Shattered Trust
EdwinaWe sit in silence, the air between us thick with unspoken words and simmering tension. My body tightens with frustration at Raffaeleโs insinuationโhowever subtleโthat I might not be telling him the truth."Why do I feel like you think Iโm lying to you?" I ask, my voice sharp, and defensive. I canโt stop myself. His doubt wounds me in ways I can't explain.His brows furrow, his confusion evident. "I donโt, Tesoro. Where is this even coming from?"I let out a bitter laugh, taking a step away from him, needing distance. "Yes, you do. Ever since I went to the mall with your sisters, youโve been acting like Iโm hiding something from you!" My voice rises, my restraint finally snapping.Raffaele clenches his fists at his sides, his expression darkening. "Are you hiding something from me, Tesoro?" His voice is eerily calm, but thereโs something lethal in the way he says it, venom curling around each word.The question cuts deep. It confirms my worst fearโthat he truly does not trust me.
Elegantly Wastedย ย ย Chapter 53- A Night in Italy
EdwinaI stand in front of our bedroom mirror, admiring the way the red gown hugs my body, accentuating my hourglass figure. My hair is straightened, a new look for me since itโs usually curly and bouncing off my shoulders. My fingers toy with the delicate necklace resting on my collarbone just as the bedroom door opens, revealing a dressed-up Raffaele.Our eyes connect through the mirror as he strides toward me, his gaze dark and intense. His strong arms wrap around my waist, pulling me back against his firm chest. I take in his appearanceโjet-black suit tailored to perfection, crisp white shirt, no tie. He looks devastatingly handsome, and my heart flutters at the sight.โYou look beautiful, Tesoro,โ he murmurs, his voice laced with admiration.I blush under his heated gaze. โThank you.โWith a swift motion, he turns me in his arms, causing me to squeal in surprise. The scent of his cologneโwoodsy and intoxicatingโfills my senses, making my knees weak. I notice how heโs shaved his us
Elegantly Wastedย ย ย Chapter 52- Secrets Untold
EdwinaThe morning air is cool against my skin as I stir awake, instinctively reaching out to the other side of the bed. My fingers meet nothing but cold sheets. Raffaele is gone. Not just recently, but long enough for the warmth of his body to have completely faded. A sigh escapes me as I stare up at the ceiling, my mind already tangled in the weight of the day ahead.How am I supposed to pull this offโleaving with Marianoโs men without anyone in this house realizing?I sit up slowly, rubbing the sleep from my eyes, and notice one of Raffaeleโs shirts crumpled at the edge of the bed. Without thinking, I grab it and slip it over my head, inhaling the lingering scent of him. It grounds me, even as guilt churns deep in my stomach. I shouldnโt be indulging in this, in him. Not when I know whatโs coming.The shrill ring of my phone jolts me from my thoughts. I roll over, snatching it off the nightstand, and barely have time to brace myself before Krysโs voice explodes through the speaker.
