ISABELLA —-Tears welled up in my eyes as I realized the damage that had been done. My actions had not only hurt myself and Miguel but had also exposed the fragile dynamics within our office. Enzo's presence had always been a catalyst for chaos, and now it seemed as if his impact had reached its peak.Feeling overwhelmed, I excused myself from their surrounding, escaping the conflict that had erupted. As I made my way to the solitude of my own desk, I couldn't help but question my decisions. Had I allowed my feelings for Enzo to cloud my judgment? Had I risked everything, including the trust and friendship of those around me, for achance at a love that may never truly be?I decided to prepare a coffee for myself, maybe that would make time race and I could finally return to my desk."I heard Miguel and Enzo are having a heated argument because of Isabella." My colleagues said behind me again, but this time it was very loudly which clearly meant they wanted me to listen."Really, and
ISABELLA —Seeing Enzo and Sofia playing and giggling together made me remember the old days, when we first met each other and the love he showered on both of us. It seemed like everything was going back to the old days."Isabella." Enzo called from a distance bringing me back to reality, I smiled at them before standing up from my bench and heading towards theirs."I want you to come to the celebration with Sofia, hope that won't be a problem." Enzo asked as I got closer to them."I was already intending to take her with me." I said to Enzo who smiled while Sofia started giggling around."Thank you so much mommy." Sofia said hugging me tightly meanwhile Enzo won't stop smiling at me." I think the lunch break is already coming to an end and we need to return to the office." I said to Enzo who nodded and Sofia gave me the puppy eyes." What's wrong Sofia?" I askedSofia's face twisted into a frown as she looked up at me with her big, innocent eyes. "Mommy, can I come with you to the o
ISABELLA —-As I stepped out into the chilly evening air, I took a deep breath, trying to calm my racing thoughts. I was determined to quickly buy the groceries and return home to Sofia. The supermarket was just a short walk away, and I hoped that the late hour would mean fewer people and a quicker shopping trip.As I walked briskly towards the supermarket, my mind began to wander. I couldn't help but think about how different my life had become in the past few years. I was disowned by my father when he found out I was pregnant with Sofia, and I had been on my own ever since. I had no contact with my family, and the pain of their rejection still lingered in my heart.It had been a challenging journey, raising Sofia as a single mother and struggling to make ends meet. But I was determined to provide a better life for her, one filled with love and opportunities. I focused on my goals, working hard at Enzo's company, and trying to provide for both of us.Lost in my thoughts, I rounded a
ISABELLA —I turned around anxiously but sighed in relieved when it turned out to be my old college friend."Avery." I said, trying my best to sound surprised."Isabella, I can't believe you left just like that without even telling us goodbye, and when we went to your house your dad won't say two words to us before slamming the door." Avery said still giving me a 360 degree stare with a wide smile on her face." We should discuss about this next time." I said clearly noticing that Suzy was very uncomfortable."No it's fine, you two should catch up while I take a stroll around the mall." Suzy said before rushing off, leaving me alone with Avery who won't stop smiling."Isabella, you won't believe the things Aurora said about you when she found out you got pregnant," Avery began, her smile fading slightly as she spoke.I furrowed my brows, feeling a mix of curiosity and anger building up inside me. "What did she say?"Avery took a deep breath, her eyes filled with empathy. "She was furi
ISABELLA —-"Enzo, it's not that I don't appreciate your support," I said, my voice filled with sincerity. "But right now, I need to focus on my own well-being. I need to find my own strength so that I can be the best mother to Sofia."Enzo let out a sigh, his expression filled with resignation. "Alright, Isabella. I understand. Just know that I will always be here for you and Sofia, whenever you're ready."Tears streamed down my face as I watched Enzo walk away, a mix of relief and sadness flooding through me. It was painful to push him away, but I knew it was what I needed to do for now.As I entered the house, I took a deep breath, trying to collect myself. Sofia came running towards me, her eyes lighting up with joy."Mommy!" she exclaimed, wrapping her tiny arms around my waist.I scooped her up into my arms, holding her tightly. "Oh, Sofia, I missed you so much," I whispered, tears streaming down my cheeks."Mommy, why are you crying? And why did daddy leave like that …. Ever si
ISABELLA —-" What did you just say?" I asked Enzo who nodded."Were you expecting me to marry her?" He asked me pulling me closer to him."You have to, she is your fiance." I said to him a little calmer than earlier."We didn't sign that we have married each other and it was my choice to accept Leonardo Dante's daughter as a property and I don't think I would be able to keep that promise." He said, pulling me even tighter to him as he gripped tightly to my waist."How did we even get here?" I still find it hard to remember how we fell in love with each other so quickly."It's still a mystery to me." He whispered with a chuckle afterward."This was all thanks to Sofia." I whispered, patting his back gently while he inhaled the fragrance from my hair loudly."I won't let a business deal get in the way of my happiness." He whispered to me, squeezing me tightly to his chest." Enzo, you need to let go, someone might walk in." I said slowly, still trying to breathe."That can't be possib
ENZO—-After informing her of how I tried to break the engagement but all effort didn't favor me I noticed her face fell."It's alright, I wasn't expecting you to break it off so easily." She said proceeding to stand up when I pulled her back to her seat."What else Enzo?" She asked, like we were the one in the office earlier that confessed how we felt to each other."Why was Miguel here?" I asked her, making her shoulder tense up."Should I explain my every move to you?" She asked. But now her eyes were fully on mine."Yes, because you need to stay aware of him ….he would use you." I said to her but she chuckled."Enzo, he is your best friend and why would I decide to come in between you two by dating Miguel. I don't even like Miguel." She said, making me smile at the fact that I still had her all to myself."Can I see Sofia?" I asked nervously, I can't believe I am asking permission just to see a little Angel."I know that was one of the main reason for you being here." She said slo
ENZO —-How could this be possible? Should I ask her about this picture?I can't do that, I can't invade her privacy and still ask her about it. That won't be right.I dropped the photo back inside her wallet and walked away. But my mind wasn't at rest at the thoughts that they knew each other, that would explain why Isabella always avoided Aurora in anyway possible.I sat on my desk going through some files with one of my workers at my front when I sighted Isabella returning back to her seat. I tried my best to hold in urge to tell her name out loud and demand for an explanation but I won't do that, it is obvious that they are school mates and from how different Isabella looked in the photo."Mr Enzo." The lady beside me called out to me, making me come back to my senses. I was actually writing rubbish on the piece of paper documents she gave to me."Ohh my God!" I exclaimed dropping the file on my desk."Bring another one." I requested pointing the file which she took with her immed
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