Anna's POV "Miss Aria Marino, let's cut the crap. The contract is yours, but there's another reason why we came to California," the first son of the De Conte family said, his tone sharp and serious. "Where is my sister, Emilia?" I was stunned, unable to process his words immediately. What was h
Anna's POV I sat in my chair, confused about what to do and where to start. I should have been happy that I had found my family, but instead, I was overwhelmed with sadness and confusion. After being silent for a while, I finally managed to speak. "I didn't know anything about my mother until re
Anna's POV "I can't believe my mother is the only daughter of the famous Mr. De Conte," I said to Harvey, my voice filled with disbelief as I narrated the whole story to him. Harvey listened intently, his face reflecting a mixture of surprise and concern. When I finished, he gently held my hands
Anna's POV Harvey has been good to me, always supportive and loving, but the fact remains that his family doesn't like me. They don't appreciate me or see my worth, and that thought constantly lingers at the back of my mind, casting a shadow over my happiness. As I sat at my desk, immersed in wo
Anna's POV As I stood in the grand hall, trying to focus on the conversations with business partners, I couldn't help but overhear Harvey's mother. She was proudly introducing Harvey and Kate to their business associates, saying, "Meet my son Harvey and his future wife-to-be, Kate." Each time s
Anna's POV "Mr. De Conte, I am Lisa Knight. I am CEO Harvey Knight's mother. Nice to see you." Harvey's mother extended her hand to shake my grandfather's, but he ignored her handshake, leaving her hanging. "Mrs. Knight, I know exactly who you are," he said with a smile that didn't reach his eye
Anna's POV: I decided to give Harvey all the space he needed to decide if he genuinely wanted to be with me or if he preferred to follow his family's wishes. I thought it was best to let him have the time to think things through without any pressure from me. That evening, I tried to distract mysel
Anna's POV: "Hey love, how are you?" Harvey said as he leaned in to kiss me on the cheek. I felt his familiar touch, but it didn't bring the comfort it once did. I glanced at him briefly before turning my attention back to the work in front of me. I had a new project to bid on, and I couldn't affo