ISABELLA —-Enzo's words hung in the air, his voice dripping with determination. The thought of him buying the whole company just so I could take a break seemed excessive and unnecessary, but it also showcased his power and wealth.I looked at him, his eyes burning with intensity, and couldn't help but feel a mixture of frustration and admiration. He was stubborn, relentless in his pursuit to keep me safe, even if it meant going to extreme lengths."Enzo, you can't just buy a whole company because of me," I protested, my voice laced with disbelief. "It's too much."He moved even closer to me, his breath warm against my ear. "Isabella, I will do whatever it takes to ensure your safety. Money is not an issue for me. I just want you and Sofia to be protected."I sighed, feeling torn between my desire to continue working and Enzo's unwavering determination to protect me. I knew deep down that he was right, that my life was in danger and that I needed to take a step back. But it was diffic
ENZO —I really wanted to honor Mr Leonardo Dante's wish to wed his daughter but she already had a bad attitude I can't even cope with. If I can't cope with her character how would I possibly be able to leave the rest of my life with her and one thing I don't believe in is divorce. I would have to see her father and end this deal. He would need to find another way to pay me back.I stood in front of the mirror slowly adjusting my suit when I noticed someone trying to sneak up on me and when I checked through the mirror it was my little angel Sofia. I knew she was trying to scare me so I needed to play along and act scared."Booo!!!" She yelled making me chuckle and then pretending to shiver, I turned around and squirted down to her size with a wide smile on her face."I scared you." Sofia teased me by making me smile."You won this time, I never believed I could get scared so easily." I said to her as she giggled planting a kiss on my cheek, I really needed it."You look handsome dadd
ISABELLA —- I sat on the edge of the bed, staring at my packed suitcases. The decision I was about to make weighed heavily on my heart, but I knew it was the right thing to do. I couldn't stay in this mansion any longer, pretending to be a part of this family when I was nothing more than an outsider. Sofia played happily in her small bathtub, splashing water all around her. She was oblivious to the turmoil within me, unaware of the lies I was about to tell. I didn't want to burden her with the truth, at least not yet. My first priority was to protect her. As I heard the sound of Enzo's car pulling into the driveway, panic surged through me. I needed to act quickly, before he could confront me about my sudden decision to leave. "Sofia, sweetheart, we're going on a little adventure," I said, forcing a smile as I pulled her out of the tub and wrapped her in a towel. "Where are we going, Mommy?" she asked, her big, innocent eyes looking up at me. "We're going to visit Aunt Maggie,"
ISABELLA —-"Mr Enzo." They all whispered to themselves, making me smile."You all should learn to stop gossiping and most especially be careful with the kind of words you utter.""Enzo, what are you doing here?" I asked, my voice filled with surprise and concern.He looked at me with a mixture of confusion and hurt. "Isabella, I heard what they were saying about Sofia. I couldn't just stand by and ignore it."I took a deep breath, trying to calm myself down. This was not the time or place for such a discussion. "Enzo, we can't have this conversation here. It's not appropriate, and it will only make things worse."He reached out to touch my arm, but I quickly pulled away. "Isabella, I have a right to be involved in Sofia's life. I care about her, and I want to protect her."I could see the sincerity in his eyes, but I couldn't let my emotions cloud my judgment. "Enzo, I appreciate your concern, but Sofia is not your daughter. You need to accept that and move on."His face fell, and I
AURORA —--"So dad can you at least tell me more about Enzo, I searched for him online but there is nothing much about him and something I don't understand is how he owns most of Galiano corporation but Miguel is the CEO and also the fact that his net worth is over a billionaire or more and no one knows what exactly produce all those money." I asked my dad who chuckled."Why do you think I am giving you to him so easily and making sure he doesn't change his mind?" Daddy asked, making me more confused."Daddy please explain to me." I pleaded with my dad who moves closer to me."He owns Galiano corporation." Dad said, making me almost jerk up from my seat."But Mr Miguel owns it, it's under his name." I asked."Miguel is his best friend so Miguel works for him as the CEO." Wow, this is just so unbelievable. Everything dad was saying was still coming to me as a shock."You are trying to say I am getting engaged to a billionaire." I asked, feeling so happy for my future and at the same ti
ENZO—-I dropped Sofia on my desk and instructed my secretary to watch over her as I hurried after Aurora. I got closer to her at the exit when I saw Miguel walking up to her and I decided to eavesdrop on their conversation.I couldn't believe what I had just heard. Miguel was trying to make Aurora hate me because I own the company. I was definitely not the kind of person who just hides away while my best friend talks shit about me so I decided to step out."Miguel." I called just when Aurora asked who Sofia's mother was."Enzo." He replied nervously walking up to me."I thought you would be upstairs with Sofia?" Miguel asked nervously as I chuckled."I had to chase after Aurora, I won't just let her leave that way thinking I am a hard person." I said staring at Aurora from time to time as she still seemed angry."Have you been there all this while?" Miguel asked, I nodded with a smirk on my face as I walked past him to Aurora."Should I cancel the engagement, you seem to have no inte
ISABELLA —As the day of the ceremony arrived, I put on my best dress and stepped into the venue, my heart pounding with nervousness. The room was filled with people, all eagerly waiting to meet the new owner.I scanned the room, my eyes landing on Enzo. He was talking to some of the employees, his demeanor confident and authoritative. I couldn't deny that he looked handsome and powerful, but I reminded myself to stay focused on my work.As the ceremony began, Enzo took the stage, and a hush fell over the room. He thanked everyone for their support and expressed his excitement about leading the company into the future."And lastly," Enzo said, his eyes scanning the crowd. "I want to express my gratitude to Miguel. He has been a loyal friend and an invaluable asset to this company. I couldn't have done this without him."One of the reporters raised their hands up to Enzo which was something I was expecting."Yes." Enzo asked, making the reporter step forward."Mr Enzo Ferrari, you stil
ISABELLA —-That can't be true, Enzo can't possibly be in love with me for goodness sake he is getting engaged to Aurora very soon."When did he tell you all this?" I asked Sofia who chuckled."If you don't love each other how did I come into this world?" She questioned making me smile."Who told you that you can only come to this world when Enzo and I love each other?" I asked her."Nanny Brenda." Sofia replied naively."Did you ask her?" I questioned,at this stage I was curious to know the kind of this my daughter had in her brain that made her always question my decision."Sofia, did you ask her?" I said to Sofia who giggled Shyly."Well, Mommy, Nanny Brenda said that when two people love each other very much, they make a special kind of magic that brings a baby into the world," Sofia said, looking up at me with big, innocent eyes.I sighed, trying to find the right words to explain things to her. "Sofia, love is a complicated thing. It's not just about a man and a woman being in l
ISABELLA—-I quickly dialed Alex's number, my fingers trembling slightly with anticipation. I needed to warn him about Aurora's threats and make sure he was prepared for whatever she had planned."Isabella, what's wrong?" Alex answered, his voice filled with concern."Aurora just paid me a visit at the office," I said, my voice urgent. "She's more determined than ever to make me pay for being with Enzo. I can feel that she has a plan, Alex. We need to be more vigilant, especially when it comes to Enzo's safety."There was a brief pause on the other end of the line, and then Alex spoke, his voice steady. "I understand, Isabella. I'll make sure to increase security around Enzo. We won't let anything happen to him.""Thank you, Alex," I said, relief flooding through me. I knew I could count on him to protect Enzo. "Please keep me updated on any suspicious activities or threats. We need to stay one step ahead of Aurora.""I will, Isabella," Alex assured me. "Just focus on taking care of E
ISABELLA——“ I need to go get something’s at home I hope you can watch over Enzo safely?” I said to Alex who smiles.“ I would protect him with my life if I have to.” Alex assured before gazing back at Enzo who hasn’t been able to close his eyes since he opened them last night.“Thank you so much Alex for not ever giving up on my Enzo.” I said to Alex before placing a kiss on Enzo’s forehead.I have to return to the office and make sure they aren’t feeling relaxed because I am not around to handle them.And Sofia had to go back to school and not continue to cry her eyes out for Enzo.Immediately I came out of the hospital I saw lots of men in black gathered around my car with fierce looks.“Uhh, who are you people.” I asked while Sofia just stared at them in surprise.“Huge men.” Sofia murmured.One of the guards rushed up to me taking off his glasses.“We haven’t seen Mr Ferrari for two months or more and we had to activate the distress mode which he had set up for you two now we are
AURORA——“Ugh!!!! That bitch!!!” I exclaimed after making sure I was far from the ward.“ and what’s wrong this time?”Hugh asked from behind making me jerk up in scare.“Have you been standing here waiting for me since then?” I asked making Hugh chuckle.“I felt like strangling that Enzo’s right hand man or whatever…I wanted to see Enzo’s miserable face in that condition.” Hugh said before laughing evilly again.“Don’t dare talk about Enzo in that manner.” I warned Hugh while pointing my hands straight at his face. He unexpectedly pulls e to his chest with the same finger I pointed at him.“Ouch, Hugh you are hurting me.” I begged but he still didn’t let go.“Don’t you forget that the chances of Enzo coming back to you depends solely on me.” Hugh whispered to me through grunted teeth.I winced as Hugh's grip tightened around my wrist, his words sinking in. He was right. Enzo's recovery and his memory of me depended on Hugh's ability to manipulate the situation. I couldn't afford to le
ISABELLA—-“Enzo almost died!!!” I yelled like it just happened, “Calm down Isabella… it was really critical but we got a hang of it and that’s why you saw Enzo.” Alex assured me as I tried to keep a fake smile on my face.“You don’t have to keep trying to look happy if you are breaking down inside Isabella.” Alex added while I continued to stare at Enzo who was still lying still on the bed with his eyes wide opened.“ I missed him so much and was expecting him to come back to me in good health but he didn’t.” I whispered to myself.As I stood there, staring at Enzo lying motionless on the hospital bed, my mind began to wander. I had imagined his return so differently. I had pictured him walking through the front door, a smile on his face, his arms open wide to embrace me and our child. I had imagined him healthy and strong, ready to take on the world with us by his side.But reality had shattered those dreams. Enzo had come back to me, but not in the way I had hoped. He was weak, hi
ISABELLA—-As I was about to ask Alex about any updates, my phone buzzed with a message. It was from the doctor, informing me that Enzo had opened his eyes. Excitement and relief flooded through me, and I rushed to his room, eager to see him awake.But when I entered the room, my heart sank. Enzo was lying there, his eyes open but devoid of recognition. He stared blankly ahead, unable to move or speak. It was as if he was trapped in his own body, unable to communicate with the world.Tears welled up in my eyes as I approached him, gently taking his hand in mine. "Enzo, can you hear me?" I whispered, my voice filled with hope.There was no response. Enzo's gaze remained distant, his body still and unresponsive. It felt like a cruel twist of fate. He had opened his eyes, but he was still so far away from me.The doctor entered the room, his expression grave. He explained that Enzo had suffered a severe brain injury during the attack, which had resulted in his current condition. It was u
ISABELLA—-“ yes she had full access to Enzo for goodness sake she was Enzo’s personal doctor all through his time healing.” Alex said to me with regrets written all over his face.“Why couldn’t you force him to come back home immediately this happened to him and again why were you two rushing to come back, you do know I can actually take good care of myself without your guidance and I was doing that perfectly for more than month.” I said to Alex who tries his very best to avoid my gaze.“ I am really sorry Isabella but he is your fiancé, you know how stubborn he is and he doesn’t want you to see him in this state and secondly he was so fucking worried that barnabas got to you before he knew.”“Why is he so scared of barnabas… one thing I know about barnabas is that he is never scared of anyone no matter how you threaten him?”I asked Alex who murmured few words to himself.“ Alex, speak to me.” I said with a demanding tone to Alex.“ barnabas is more of an anonymous person in the mafi
ISABELLA—-Enzo's expression softened, and he gently brushed a strand of hair away from my face. "I'm sorry, Isabella. I never wanted to be away from you for so long," he replied, his voice filled with regret. "But I had to ensure your safety and deal with the threat that was looming over us. I couldn't risk putting you in danger."I nodded, understanding the weight of his words. As much as I had missed him, I knew that Enzo had made the right decision. Our love was strong, but it couldn't protect us from the dangers that lurked in the shadows.Enzo took a step closer, his hand caressing my cheek. "I promise, Isabella, I will do everything in my power to keep you safe. We'll face this threat together, and we'll come out stronger on the other side," he said, his voice filled with determination.“Where is Sofia?” Enzo asked, teasing my lips with his hands.“ in school.” I replied, trying my best not to blush.“She needs to stop going to school and attend private school at home to protec
ISABELLA——“Welcome Mrs Ferrari.” Few workers said to me as I marched in with a few guards by side and my dad behind me and Hugh opening the elevator for me before I got there.“Thanks Hugh, I hope you are enjoying the company on your first day?” I asked Hugh who nods with a weird smile and for some reasons I can’t point out he avoids my dads gaze…..where could aurora possibly be?“Your office?” Hugh asked about to press the elevator buttons.“Yes .” I replied.I entered my office and quickly settled in, checking my emails and going through my schedule for the day. Just as I was about to start on some paperwork, Miguel, my assistant, knocked on the door."Isabella, I'm sorry to interrupt, but there's an urgent meeting with all the staff. It seems important," Miguel informed me.I sighed, realizing that my plans for the day were about to change. "Alright, let's go," I said, grabbing my notebook and pen.As we made our way to the meeting room, I noticed my dad following closely behind.
Isabella—-Chapter 72I groaned as I opened my eyes, the morning sunlight filtering through the curtains. My body felt heavy with sleep, and I could hear Sofia's voice urging me to wake up. Rubbing the sleep from my eyes, I sat up and glanced at the clock on the bedside table. It was later than I usually woke up, but I reminded myself that I didn't have to rush off to work like everyone else.Aurora was already dressed and ready for work, sitting beside me with a teasing smile on her face. "Good morning, sister. Is this how you always sleep in and wake up late, despite having to go to work?" she asked, her tone playfully mocking.I chuckled, ruffling Sofia's hair as she climbed onto the bed with me. "Well, I don't have to adhere to the same schedule as everyone else anymore," I replied, my voice filled with amusement. "Besides, I've handed all your resumes to Miguel. He'll handle it from now on, so you're no longer under my wing."Aurora's eyes widened in surprise, and she let out a b