Lilian POVThe night in Rome was magical, as if the city had dressed for the occasion. The golden lights of the lamps reflected on the ancient stones of the streets, and the aroma of Italian food wafted in the air, surrounded by laughter and lively conversation. Jensen and I were on our way to the famous 'Largo di Torre Argentina', a place that has always fascinated me for its history and beauty.“Have you been here before?” Jensen asked as we walked hand in hand, the warmth of his palm comforting me."No. I always wanted to visit, but never had the opportunity. This place is incredible!” I replied, looking around. The Roman ruins and the cats that roamed freely created a unique and welcoming atmosphere.When we arrived at the square, I couldn't help but be enchanted by the sight. Ancient stone columns surrounded the area, and a small group of cats lounged in the moonlight. “Look, it looks like they make this place their home,” I commented, pointing to the felines sprawled out under t
Jensen POVWe left Ponte Sisto hand in hand, and the night in Rome seemed to have a special glow, as if the city was conspiring to make that moment even more magical. We walked slowly through the cobblestone streets, illuminated by the soft light of old streetlights. The distant sound of music and the murmur of people around us accompanied us, but my mind was completely focused on her. Lilian looked radiant, her eyes shining with a happiness that made my heart race even faster.“There’s one more surprise for you,” I said, trying to keep my voice steady even as my nervousness grew with each step. “Trust me, I think it will be worth it.”She looked at me with a curious expression and a soft smile. “Another surprise? Jensen, you’ve already done so much today…”“It’s because tonight needs to be perfect,” I replied, lightly squeezing her hand. “For me, it’s so much more than just one night.”I guided her to a place that I prepared with great care: a quiet and almost hidden garden, next to
Kate POVI observed the scene in the garden, hidden among the shadows of the trees, with my eyes fixed on Jensen's figure. He was kneeling in front of Lilian, holding a small box in his hands. My entire body shook with rage, and I felt my teeth grinding involuntarily. That scene was simply unbearable.“They can’t be happy… not after everything I did to tear them apart,” I muttered with suppressed fury, the words coming through clenched teeth.Beside me, Finn watched, uneasy. He knew how much that moment meant to me. Seeing them together, as if nothing had ever happened between us… it was too much for me to bear. I turned to Finn, his gaze fixed and cold.“We have to do something,” I whispered, trying not to attract attention. My tone was somber, and he could tell I wasn't joking around.Finn raised an eyebrow hesitantly. “Kate… are you sure? I mean, it’s obvious you want revenge, but…”“You don't understand, Finn,” I snapped, cutting him off with a glare. “Jensen is mine. I had it onc
Lilian POVThe music pulsed around us, each beat reverberating in my chest like the very rhythm of our story. I felt like I was on cloud nine, dancing alongside Jensen, surrounded by the glow of the spotlight and the euphoric laughter of people around us. The night was ours, and, for the first time in a long time, I could breathe a sigh of relief, without that feeling of fear that something could ruin our happiness.Jensen grabbed my hand and pulled me closer, the smile on his lips saying everything we needed to know. "I'm going to get more drinks. Stay here, I'll be right back," he whispered in my ear, his voice filled with a lightness that I hadn't seen in a while.Before walking away, he gave me a quick but intense kiss, the kind that makes you forget about the rest of the world. Watching him walk through the crowd was a reminder of how life had gotten us there. After so many ups and downs, we were back, stronger, ready to start again. And now, with the ring on my finger, I was com
Jensen POVWhen I returned to the couch where Lilian was, a smile on her face and two drinks in her hands, the anticipation of toasting our engagement filled me with joy. However, as I got closer, I realized that Lilian was no longer there. Her purse was lying next to the pillow, and this made me conclude that she must have gone to the bathroom. With a slight sigh of relief, I placed the drinks on the table and sat down, waiting for her to return.Minutes passed, and I continued looking around, my gaze getting lost among the people dancing and having fun. The rhythm of the music pulsed like a heart, but my mind was focused only on Lilian. "She should be back soon," I thought, trying to convince myself that everything was fine. But as time passed, the restlessness began to grow.I went to the bar again, hoping that when I returned, she would be back. But when I returned to the couch, I saw no sign of her. I looked towards the bathroom and noticed there was a line at the door. "Maybe it
Lilian POVWhen I returned to the club, my heart was racing. The lights flickered, and the music pulsed around me, but none of that mattered when I couldn't find Jensen. He should have been there, by my side, celebrating our engagement. What could have happened? Panic began to set in as I searched for him among the smiling faces and dancing bodies.I picked up my cell phone and called him, but the call went straight to voicemail. Butterflies in my stomach made me realize something wasn't right. I looked for him once again, past the groups of friends and the dance floor, but there was no sign of Jensen. Desperation began to grow in me.It was then that I spotted Finn again, standing in the corner, looking more worried than usual. He raised his hand and waved, coming towards me with quick steps and a tense expression.“Finn! Have you seen Jensen?” I asked, trying not to show how much my heart was sinking more by the second.He hesitated, his expression changing to something between pity
I was frozen, paralyzed by the shock of seeing Jensen with another woman, so laid-back and relaxed as if nothing had happened between us. The pain in my chest was overwhelming, a mix of shock, humiliation, and a feeling of betrayal so intense it made everything around me seem like a blur. He had promised me love and loyalty, and here he was, destroying everything we had built with a single action. The air felt thick, and I felt intense nausea, as if my body couldn't support the weight of what my eyes were seeing.When Jensen noticed my presence, he staggered toward the bed, eyes wide. “Lilian… I can explain,” he said, his voice breaking. His words seemed empty and cold, a distant echo unable to pierce the barrier of pain that had already enveloped my heart.I stared at him for a few seconds, unable to say a single word. The tears threatened to flow, but I refused to let them fall there, in front of him. I turned and ran down the hallway, desperate to get away from it. I felt crushed,
Lilian POVI couldn't breathe properly, not after what I saw that night. Every time I closed my eyes, the scene came back to me like a wave, swallowing me and suffocating me. I knew I needed to leave—leave everything behind before the pain completely destroyed me. In the midst of the torpor and anguish, I could only think of one thing: leaving.I asked Finn not to leave me alone, and he, without question, walked me back to the hotel. It was hard to believe I had just seen what I saw. Jensen's betrayal hurt like an unexpected blow, like a cold blade piercing my chest. But I knew I couldn't stay there and that I needed to protect my children from all that. I needed to get them away as soon as possible.When we entered the hotel room, I saw Sadie and the children sleeping, oblivious to the chaos that was unfolding. The scene broke me even more because there were people who depended on me. I knew they needed me strong and present, not broken like I felt.I approached their bed and called