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 I walked to my father's room where he was sipping his black coffee and reading on his phone at the same time. The morning light filtered through the curtains, casting a warm glow over the room. As I approached, I felt a mix of determination and apprehension. I needed answers. "Good mo
Anna's POV I was in the kitchen preparing food for my dad and me. He had refused to employ any domestic staff because of my safety. He said he built the house we were staying in for my mother when he was young, and since then, he had refused to let anyone else into the house. Despite the circumsta
Anna's POV Before we went to the gathering, my father informed me not to show any sign of weakness. "You need to put on a tough skin," he advised. As we entered the grand hall, I noticed the mixed reactions from the elders. Some looked at me with admiration, while others seemed disappointed. "So
**Anna's POV** My father drove me to a sprawling mansion that seemed to be bustling with activity. As we pulled up, I noticed men and women, many of whom looked like bodyguards, stationed around the property. The security presence was intense, and I could feel the weight of their watchful eyes.