Harvey's POV: "I know, Dad," I responded, my resolve unwavering. "But I need to do this. For Aria. For our future. I need to be strong enough to protect her and face whatever comes our way." My father sighed, but it was a sigh of understanding and acceptance. "Very well, son. I'll make the neces
Anna's POV I tried to open my eyes, but my eyelids felt as heavy as lead. With a tremendous effort, I managed to lift them slightly, but my surroundings were still a blur. Everything seemed hazy and indistinct as if I were looking through a foggy window. My head was pounding, and I felt a dull, th
Anna's POV Within a couple of days, I spent my hospital stay with Rocco constantly by my side. His presence was comforting, a steady anchor in my turbulent world. "Baby girl, I'm back," he announced as he entered the room, a hint of apology in his voice. "Sorry I took longer than expected."
Anna's POV Rocco drove the car down a winding path that led to a grand house standing on a vast expanse of land. There were no neighbouring houses in sight, giving the place an air of isolation and serenity. The house was impressive, with tall windows and elegant architecture, surrounded by lush
Anna's POV Rocco explained everything to me. He told me how my mother left him, the promises he made to stay away, and the conflicts that arose within the family. As he spoke, I felt a mix of anger and confusion building inside me. "How could you stay away even after my mother's death?" I deman
Anna's POV Rocco had a very large office at home, so I spent most of my days there, trying to monitor things remotely. One afternoon, I decided to call Lilian to check in on the business. "Hello, Lilian. It's me, Aria," I said when she picked up. "Hey, girlfriend! Your husband told us you've
Anna's POV Rocco nodded thoughtfully, considering my suggestion. "That's a good idea, Aria. But we also need to identify the mole within our ranks and ensure this doesn't happen again." "Agreed," I said firmly. "We can't let this betrayal go unpunished. But for now, let's focus on salvaging our l
Anna's POV I tried getting in touch with Harvey, but my efforts were in vain. Each attempt ended in disappointment, and I was beginning to worry. Determined to get some answers, I called my secretary, Lucy. "Lucy, have you seen or heard from Harvey?" I asked, trying to keep the anxiety out of my
Anna’s POV The threat against our family has finally faded. The Scott family has received the punishment they deserved: Chloe is confined in a psychiatric hospital, and Mr. and Mrs. Scott are serving life sentences. All that was taken from me has been returned, and life has become peaceful again.
Anna's POV The wedding planning began like a whirlwind, an exciting, beautiful whirlwind of dreams finally coming to life. Harvey and I had chosen the perfect setting—an intimate beach ceremony, surrounded by family, close friends, and the calming waves. My bridesmaids—Lillian, Lucy, and Ruby—we
Anna's POV After the press conference, my father and I made our way to the main conference hall, where all the employees were gathered, waiting anxiously. The tension in the air was palpable, their faces a mix of confusion, hope, and unease. They knew there was a shift happening, and everyone seem
Anna's POV My father stood calmly at the podium, answering questions with a precision that only years of experience could provide. One journalist, looking for the backstory, asked, “Mr. Marino, where were you when the Scott family took over the company?” Without hesitation, my father began, his
Anna's POV The questions from the journalists came like a whirlwind, one after another, pressing for answers, for a glimpse of the story that was about to unfold. My father gave a calm but firm signal to our security team, and they immediately moved in to hold back the crowd, creating a path for u
Anna’s POV As soon as my father, Harvey, and I arrived at the airport, I could feel the weight of everyone’s eyes on us. The large team of security personnel following close behind made us a sight hard to miss. I shot my dad a frustrated look, shaking my head slightly. “Dad, you know I hate this
Anna’s POV By the next morning, the news was everywhere—every channel, every headline, every whisper on the street. The DNA test results had come to light, confirming the identity of Kate’s child, and, more shocking, the undeniable evidence of her role in the near-fatal accident she had orchestrat
Anna’s POV The subtle yet unmistakable smirk on my father’s face as he glanced at Kate sent a wave of curiosity through me. He seemed... pleased. But there was something else in his eyes—a sharpness, a hint of control. As he leaned forward, addressing her, I could see the tension building across t
Anna's POV The phone rang, and I saw Harvey’s name flashing on the screen. I picked up with a smile, hearing his familiar, comforting voice on the other end. “Hey, love.” “Hey,” I replied, a hint of relief in my voice. “Are you done with your meeting?” “Yes,” he replied, sounding as if he were