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A V E L I N A Lorenzo didn't even give me the chance to properly admire the high class restaurant as he dragged me with him, towards the receptionist section. The poor receptionist's eyes was wide with fear and her body shook as Lorenzo growled, "Go get me your manager." He said in an authoritative tone. The people in the restaurant looked at us and whispered to each other, some even discreetly taking a picture of us with their phones. The receptionist stood to her feet and said, "Y-yes, sir." And immediately scurried off to get the manager. I felt bad for her. "You could have been a little nicer." I scolded him, and his brows furrowed. "I'm always nice. To the people who deserve it. She didn't deserve my kindness. If she had done her job properly, then the paparazzi wouldn't have gotten inside the gates." "She didn't do anything wrong, Lorenzo. How would she have known?" "Exactly. She didn't know, and because of her, the press are out there. We were lucky to get inside safel
A V E L I N A As soon as we finished, Lorenzo ordered us dessert. "What's the dessert?" I asked curiously. "Tiramisu. The best in the country. One of the best, if not the best, I have ever had." "Oh. It looks good. Let's try it." I said. "I'm glad you like it. I wanted us to have dinner here, because this is my favorite place. And it's one of the rare few places that aren't too crowded. It's private. And quiet. No one's going to bother us." "It is lovely. Very private." "I'm glad. We'd have more privacy inside, but we can enjoy the view from here. But, I can see how much you're enjoying the view." He teased, and I rolled my eyes. "Oh, shut up. You know how hot you are. Don't pretend that you don't." "You think I'm hot, huh?" "Oh, stop. I'm sure you're used to girls calling you hot and all that. Don't be cocky." "But, it's a good kind of cocky. Especially when you're the one calling me hot." "Ugh. You're so arrogant. Stop flirting. We both know you're just doing this to ann
A V E L I N AIt had been four days since Lorenzo had gone on his business trip.I had spent the entire time thinking of him and counting down the minutes until he'd come back. I felt like a teenager who was desperately waiting for her crush to notice herExcept, I wasn't a teenager.And I was definitely not waiting for my crush to notice me.I was married to Lorenzo.But, it still felt strange, being away from him, especially since the time we had spent together had been so intense.He had told me before leaving, that he'd be gone for three days, and he'd call me when he could.But, he had not contacted me. Not even once.I didn't want to seem like a clingy wife, so I had not called him either.The day he was supposed to come back, I woke up early and made him his favorite breakfast.When the food was almost ready, I quickly put on a sexy, revealing, short black nightgown, and left my hair down, in the way he liked it.As I was setting the plates on the table, I heard the front door
A V E L I N A"Lorenzo, I'm sorry. I thought he was telling the truth–""Are you really that naive or are you pretending to be? How many times have I told you to never trust him? How many times have I warned you that he would turn on you the moment he'd get the chance?""But-""Shut up." He said, and left the dining room."Lorenzo, please, where are you going?" I shouted."Leave me the fuck alone. You've done enough!" He yelled. I followed him and saw him going towards his office. I stopped him by placing my hand on his chest. He roughly removed my hand and pushed me aside. I didn't move."Move." He commanded."Not until you talk to me.""You want me to talk? Fine. You want to know why I'm upset? Do you want to know why I'm pissed off, huh?""Lorenzo, I already apologized. What more do you want?""Do you remember the promise you made? The one where you promised to be a good wife? The one where you promised to make my life easier? Where is it? Why am I still getting problems?""Lorenz
A V E L I N A I felt his tongue enter my mouth, and I couldn't stop the moan that left my lips. He bit down on my bottom lip, and the sweet pain sent a tingling sensation straight to my core. I was wet in an instant. "Lorenzo..." My voice was weak, and the desire was clear. "This," he started, and moved his hand under my panties, stroking the folds of my wet pussy. "This is mine." He said, and I nodded in agreement. "All mine." I moaned. "Yours, all yours." He smiled against my lips, and continued. "I will not let anyone touch you." "Lorenzo," I pleaded, but I had no idea what for. He moved his fingers faster and harder. The sounds of his fingers moving against my wetness was loud, and the pleasure was unbearable. "Who do you belong to, Avelina?" "You. You. Only you." "Good girl. Now, stay." He turned to leave, and I watched him go. He didn't turn back, not once. "Stay," I whispered, my voice trembling. "Please stay." I collapsed on the ground, the tears leaving my eyes
L O R E N Z OI was going through some files in my office when I heard the sound of my door being barged open as Nicholas walked inside.His expression was worried and I knew whatever knew he brought wasn't going to be good.I dropped my pen on the table and finally gave him my full attention. "What's got you all worked up? And where's Santino?" Nicholas and Santino we're twins, they never went out without each other which made me convinced that something was definitely wrong."Mom called." He started."Mom?"Nicholas nodded his head. "Yes. Mom. Our mother.""And what did she have to say?" I asked, my expression neutral."She's flying to New York tomorrow."It took a moment for his words to sink in, and when they finally did, I felt my body tense. "What for?""You, Lorenzo.""Me?""She said she's here for her sons. She said she misses us and wants to officially meet your wife. Said something about being annoyed that you got married without her knowledge. She said it's been so long sin
L O R E N Z OAfter Nicholas left, I went back to doing some paperwork.It wasn't until hours later that Avelina's sweet voice interrupted my thoughts. "Are you busy?" I looked up and my eyes found hers.She was leaning against the doorway, looking absolutely breathtaking. She was dressed in a short, white dress, and her hair was pulled back in a ponytail.She always managed to take my breath away, even when she wasn't trying. I immediately composed myself and cleared my throat."What are you doing here?" I asked, surprised to see her at the company. She batted her eyelashes and said, "Is it a crime to come see my own husband at work? I brought you lunch." She held up a plastic bag.I was hungry, but the fact that she showed up was enough to satisfy me. "Come," I said, and motioned for her to come inside. "Lock the door."She raised an eyebrow at me. "What are you planning, sir?"I grinned and stood up from my chair. I walked towards her, and stopped when I was right in front of her.
L O R E N Z OAvelina's expression moved from shock to horror in a split second. She shook her head and started walking towards the door."I can't believe you," she muttered under her breath."Avelina.""What the hell? Why are you just telling me this now? Don't I deserve a heads-up?""I'm sorry, but it's not something I can control.""You didn't even warn me, Lorenzo.""And, what would that have changed?" I asked, genuinely curious.She stared at me and then shook her head. "Whatever. I don't have time for this. I need to prepare.""You don't have to worry about anything. The only thing you need to do is act. You're going to act like the perfect wife and we'll make her believe all of this is real. Never give her the impression.""Of course. Why wouldn't I be able to? It's not like this is a big deal." She sarcastically said."Just behave. She won't stay long." I assured her."Whatever," she mumbled. "I need to go." She grabbed her purse and rushed to go out.Before she could go out t
A V E L I N AONE YEAR LATER..The huge doors slid open and suddenly the bright light in the hall fell on me. The entire crowd gasped as I slowly walked the aisle.My wedding gown flowed behind me. It was made by my favorite designer of all time. She was the best designer in the whole world and it was an honor to finally wear something made by her hands. I'd always wanted a wedding gown from her right from my childhood, and this truly felt like a dream come true.The details on the dress were so exquisite, and the material was so light, but elegant.It was a long dress with a train. I'd wanted a traditional wedding, and a long dress would suit the occasion perfectly.My dress was white and it was a mermaid style. It hugged my body, and the lace covered the dress, creating a beautiful pattern. The straps were laced as well. It was a strapless dress.My hair was styled in a bun, and there were some loose strands. There were also little white flowers on my head.I wore a long veil, which
A V E L I N AA gasp slipped past my lips as I realized we had arrived at our destination.We were at the beach.The place was lit up with fairy lights, and there was a table for two in the middle, right by the shore. The view was incredible. It was a full moon and the light bounced off the sea, making it sparkle."Wow, babe. This is incredible.""I'm glad you like it." He took my hands and brought me down from the car. "I'm happy I could pull this off and get you here without ruining the surprise. It wouldn't have been the same if we weren't alone.""I'm so happy.""Happy birthday, baby. Let's go eat."He wrapped his arm around my shoulder and we walked to the table. The set up was romantic, with the white and gold decorations, and the candles."Lo, this is beautiful. You didn't have to go all out.""But I wanted to. Only the best for my wife.""I'm really blessed to have you.""You're worth every little effort, and the moon and the stars. I'd give them to you if I could. You've made
A V E L I N AI burped my baby as I walked back and forth in the closet with my make up half done. She has woken up and gotten hungry while I was dressing up and I let everyone immediately to attend to her.After suckling for ten minutes, she has refused to sleep as she kept staring at my face. Her mouth formed into a toothless smile and I melted right there.Her grey eyes just like her father's own lightened up as I kissed her all over her face. I was told that her real eye color might come out but they were accentuating even more.Lorenzo's literal carbon copy.She grabbed my hair with her fist as she kicked her feet, I winced, gently pulling my hair from her strong little fist.The door opened and Carina came in. "Don't tell me you aren't ready yet." She said in horror looking at my unready state."Raine got hungry, I had to feed her. And I can't get anything done until she falls asleep.""Well, not while I'm here." She carried Raine from my hands and smiled. "My little sweetie pie,
A V E L I N A"Happy birthday Mummy!" I heard a shout followed by bodies landing on my bed. I slowly opened my eyes, to find Zion and Autumn looking down at me."Oh, thank you." I said and they wrapped their arms around me."I have a present for you, Mummy." Autumn said and gave me a paper. I smiled as I unfolded the paper, to find a picture she drew."I drew you."I pulled her into my arms. "Thank you baby. It's beautiful.""Zion, did you get anything for Mummy?"He shook his head. "Nope."I laughed and poked his cheek, "Oh come on. There's got to be something you got for me.""Nope." He said, cheekily. I knew he was definitely hiding something. "Are you sure?"Then he brought his hands from behind him and handed me a little box. Curious to know what was inside, I opened it and gasped.It was a beautiful alphabetical beaded bracelet. And it had the words 'Best Mom' in the middle."Where did you get this, Zion? It's so beautiful.""I made it for you, Mommy. Our teacher told us to mak
L O R E N Z OI arrived at the court house just in time with my lawyer and Nicholas. The first person my eyes met were Natalia's and she didn't look a tad bit remorseful.Her clothes were tattered and dirty and she looked thinner but held so much rage and enmity in her eyes. Seeing her rose lots of pent up anger in me."Order. Order. Will the jury please rise." The judge said and they all stood up."Today is the final court hearing. Has the jury come to a conclusion?""Yes, we have.""Read it out."The lady nodded her head and started to speak. "In the case of the people versus Natalia Serrano, we find her guilty. Evidences and footages have proven that she had conspired with a man to kill her boyfriend, and frame Lorenzo Salvatore for the crime."Natalia's face dropped, and the rage in her eyes burned harder than ever. The glare she gave me was something that could have killed me instantly if it had the ability."Is this true, Miss. Serrano?""No. They're lying. I didn't do anything.
A V E L I N AMy eyes slowly opened to a very blinding white ceiling and a nauseating hospital smell. I tried to adjust to the brightness and then tried to remember what had happened.Where am I?What happened?How did I get here?What was I doing before I got here?Then it hit me, I had a baby. Lorenzo was arrested. Anthonio is dead.I forced my eyes open again and this time, they didn't hurt. I turned and saw Lorenzo asleep in a chair, and the twins were on the bed, sleeping.I tried to call out his name, but I couldn't, I felt weak, my throat was dry, and I could barely move.Lorenzo started moving around and slowly woke up. He looked around the room and then his eyes met mine."Avelina, thank God you're awake." He said, rushing to my side and placing a kiss on my lips. "Oh my God, thank God. I thought I lost you, baby. Please don't ever do that to me again. I thought you died.""Water..." I said in a hoarse voice.He nodded his head and hurriedly got me a glass of water. "You hav
L O R E N Z OAs expected, the courts decided to throw me in jail until they proved me guilty or innocent. The evidence was too strong and the Mancini's were pushing it.It was finally the day of the trial, and I had been locked up for two days, and the worst thing was, I didn't get to hear from Avelina, I didn't know how she was doing. I was desperate and wanted to hear her voice, but no one was willing to listen to me. My lawyer finally arrived and we were to go to the court, and that's where I would get a verdict.I looked at Dorian and he gave me a reassuring nod. I decided to trust him. The court was packed with people and everyone was looking at me like I was a criminal. It made me feel uneasy and angry.I was escorted inside the room and I looked at the judge. The same one who ruled over my father's case."Mr. Lorenzo Salvatore. Do you understand the charges against you?""Yes.""Do you admit to killing Mr. Anthonio Mancini?""No, your honor.""Do you know of a gun which was
L O R E N Z OHe looked like he was going to attack me and I would have punched him in the face, but Dorian stepped in front of me and held his hand out."We have no business with each other. My client has done nothing and he's innocent until proven guilty.""I'll get you. Even if I have to do it myself. Mark my words, Lorenzo Salvatore. I'm going to get you.""Is that a threat, sir? Because I'll sue you so hard, your entire family will be homeless by the end of the week. My client is innocent until proven guilty. There's no reason to threaten him.""Get him out of here. I don't want to see him or any of the Salvatores in my face. You have one day. That's the only warning I'm giving you. Stay away from me and mine.""One day, and my client will come after you." Dorian responded. "You can't touch him, and I will prove him innocent. One way or another, you will see the true colors of the Mancini family."I was escorted back into the room. "Let's go.""Wait." The investigator stopped me.
A V E L I N AA sob ripped throught my lips as they cuffed my husband's hands, and dragged him out of the room while I tried to rock our newly born baby.The doctors rushed into the room after, followed by Valerie and Lorenzo's family. My heart rate increased drastically as they began to ask me a lot of questions."You're losing a lot of blood.""We have to take the baby.""Give me something for the pain.""Mrs Salvatore, please, calm down. You have to let us do our jobs."My brain couldn't function at the moment, and I was feeling a bit lightheaded."What's going on?" I asked weakly, looking around the room as they took my daughter. My head was spinning and my eyes were heavy, but I wanted to see my baby."Mrs Salvatore, try your best to relax.""Valerie." I called her weakly, my vision blurry. "Tell me... what's going on.""Everything will be fine, Avelina. Lorenzo will be back soon enough." She tried to assure but I wasn't having it. "No." I said, tears falling down my cheeks. "Do