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A V E L I N A I didn’t think I would ever get used to my new life. Bring Maggie’s caregiver, she made sure I was never in the spotlight. No one knew who I was and now, the entire world was eager to know me. I was having a taste of their life and I didn’t like it one bit. We finally arrived at the villa and I felt my jaw drop to the floor. It was a beautiful, white villa. The place was surrounded by lush gardens, with flowers of all colors. There were a few marble fountains and statues surrounding the garden. It was gorgeous. I followed Lorenzo inside and he immediately disappeared in one of the rooms, leaving me alone in the big hallway. The place was beautiful, but it wasn't welcoming. It didn't feel like a home. Everything was so cold. The house was so big. I felt a bit lonely. I didn't know why I was feeling this way. Maybe because I was away from my mom and Benny. I haven't talked to him since the wedding and I didn't have the guts to talk to him. Not after the deal I made
A V E L I N A He chuckled, his eyes gleaming. "Oh, sweetheart. This is my room. And, you are more than welcome to stay here." I was about to argue with him when he cut me off. "Shower and get dressed. We're going out for dinner." He ordered, his tone leaving no room for arguments. "I didn't pack anything fancy." "There are a lot of clothes in the closet." He nodded towards the closet and left the room. I opened the closet and almost gasped. It was filled with expensive clothes. Some were dresses, some were blouses, and there was a variety of shoes. All of them were in my size. How did he know? I grabbed a pair of black jeans, a baby blue crop top and a pair of flats. It was a bit strange that he would have a closet filled with women's clothes. Unless, it was his sister's. I placed the clothes on the bed and discarded my clothes, and wrapping a towel around my body. I walked over to the bathroom and took a long, relaxing shower. I didn't realize how slippery the bathtub was a
A V E L I N AI was sitting on the couch, trying not to show my discomfort. It was a little hard, considering the fact that I was in a lot of pain. Lorenzo was sitting beside me, sipping his wine.I wanted to ask him why he was treating me so nicely. But, I didn't. I was afraid that he would change his attitude and would go back to the jerk that he was.He was wearing a black button-down shirt and dark jeans. He was very handsome, with his dark brown hair, and chiseled jawline.His eyes were grey and he had high cheekbones. His lips were a deep pink and his skin was tan. His arms were muscular and his hands were large. He had a strong body and his movements were graceful. I felt ashamed that I wanted to know how it felt for those arms to hold me.I took a deep breath and cleared my throat. "Uhm, thank you for helping me." I mumbled.He nodded and didn't reply. I shifted in my seat and winced."Don't move, you're going to make it worse."I sighed and relaxed against the couch. He was r
A V E L I N AI heard a loud crash at the door and my eyes flew open, my heart pounding in my chest. It was then it dawned on me that I was the only one at the villa and there’s a possibility that a thief just came in here.I looked at the window and it was dark outside, the lights in the house were switched off making all this more scarier. I heard another loud crash and I stood from the bed, making sure not to make any sound.I turned on the torchlight of my phone to illuminate my bedroom as I looked for any nearest weapon I could use to fight for myself. I found an umbrella sitting beside the window and I immediately grabbed it tightly. I didn’t bother putting on my slippers as I turned off the torchlight and tiptoed out of my room. I was now facing the door to my bedroom and the crashing sounds were getting louder and more frequent.I was trying to think what to do and how to escape because if it was a thief, he or she could get me and probably do things worse than just taking va
A V E L I N AI kneeled in the cold tiles, a teasing smirk painted on my lips as I looked at Lorenzo. His grey eyes were dark and clouded with lust, his Adam's apple bobbing up and down as he swallowed thickly."Don't worry, I won't bite." I winked, placing my hands on his thighs and slowly inching closer to his bulge.I could feel the heat radiating from his skin, my nails lightly scratching the fabric of his pants."You're teasing." He breathed, his eyes fluttering shut as he felt my breath fanning his erection."I never said that I would be quick." I smirked, palming his erection. He hissed in pleasure, his hands were balled into fists.I pulled his belt open, popping the button open and tugging down the zipper. His length sprung out, standing proud and tall and the tip was already glistening with pre cum.My hand wrapped around the base and Lorenzo let out a shaky breath, his fingers tangling into my hair and pulling it into a tight fist."You're so hard, Daddy." I whispered, slow
A V E L I N AI knew I needed to do something or someone would get murdered and I already know who it would be. It was as if my legs were tied together and I was rooted to the ground, unable to move.Enzo growled again, "Who the fuck are you?" He repeated, pulling me closer against his body.I tried to open my mouth, but the words just weren't coming out."Let go of her." Ben's voice was dangerously low, his eyes darkening."Not until you answer me. Who the fuck are you and why are you here?""I'm her boyfriend. And I'm here to take what's rightfully mine that you stole from me." Benjamin stepped forward, his eyes trained on me."What?" Lorenzo's grip tightened on me. "You heard me the first time, fucker. You think you can still my girl from me and I'd let you go scot free?" I looked at Benny with a pleading eyes, hoping he would get the signal and just walk away.But the look on his face was unreadable, his fists were balled at his sides and I had no doubt that he was ready to kill
A V E L I N A "We're here." Lorenzo announced, as the car stopped in front of a big, modern, house. I didn't answer him and just followed him inside. The house was gorgeous, it was spacious and had a great view of the ocean. The walls were painted a white colour, and the furniture was white. Everything was perfectly placed and there wasn't a speck of dust to be found. There was something off about the house though. The fact that it didn't give off a homely feeling, it was just so damn empty. There was nothing on the walls, no pictures or paintings. Not even a vase. If I was going to be living here for a year, I damn well have to make a change. "This way." Enzo's voice echoed through the house. I followed him, the sound of my heels clicking against the marble floor was the only thing filling the silence. "You'll stay here. These will be your rooms, mine are opposite to yours. You can do whatever the hell you want, I don't care. Just stay the fuck away from me and my life." He
A V E L I N ADay one of living together with Enzo was absolute torture. I wouldn't count the honeymoon because it was as if he had been a completely different person in Maldives. A little softer version of himself, which I'm sure I'm never going to get a glimpse of.I woke up with a banging headache and checked the time. It was nine in the morning, I'd slept for ten hours and I feel groggy and sick.Sick and tired of Lorenzo.It was going to take a lot of getting of time to get used to my new larger environment and not the little studio which I had been staying. I made a mental note to go pack some of the essentials I might need. With a loud yawn, I stood from the bed and looked for my slippers. Putting it on, I walked out of the room. The entire house was cold and silent, Lorenzo was definitely not around.Of course, he would avoid me yet again. Not like I was complaining tho.You sure? A voice in my head said and I immediately shut it out.I wasn't going to let any annoying voice
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