ISABELLA —I woke up to find the soft light of dawn filtering through the curtains, casting a gentle glow on the room. As my eyes adjusted to the morning light, I saw Enzo lying beside me, his peaceful expression radiating contentment. The memories of our passionate night together flooded back, and a smile tugged at the corners of my lips.It had been so long since I had felt this complete, this loved. With Enzo by my side, everything felt right. Our connection went beyond the physical; it was a union of souls, a love that had stood the test of time.I gently traced a finger along his jawline, savoring the feel of his stubble against my skin. The touch sent a shiver down my spine, reigniting the flame of desire deep within me. The whispered promises we had shared in the depths of the night echoed in my mind, reminding me of the future we were building together.I shifted closer to him, my body molding to his. The steady rise and fall of his chest synchronized with my heartbeat, and fo
AURORA —"That can't be possible, Isabella don't know who impregnated her." Dad said standing up from his chair with firm look on his face."Well, whether he is the biological father or not he made her little bastard the heir." I said in frustration but my dad raised his hand up like he was about to warn me."Don't call Isabella's child a bastard." He warned making me open my mouth in surprise as I scoffed loudly."Are you already supporting Isabella just because he made the child you disowned before it was born his heir." I said the fact to my dad, so he could be aware of what he is about to do.I could feel the rage boiling inside me as my dad's words hung in the air. How could he even consider supporting Isabella after all she had put us through? It felt like a betrayal, like he was choosing her over me once again."What about me, Dad? What about everything I've done and endured for this family? Am I just supposed to be tossed aside while Isabella gets all of your support and love?
ENZO—"Daddy, do you really have to go?" Sofia cooed while I put on my shirt, I have an urgent meeting to attend to."I have to angel, buy I promise I would be back before you know it I just have a serious and urgent meeting to attend to." I said to Sofia before squatting to her size to give her a kiss on the cheek.Isabella holds my coat up for me with a sad smile on her face, I know she would also miss me too."Isabella why are you so quiet?" I asked walking up to her and collecting the coat from her."Why do I have to be on leave from work won't it be somehow?" She asked.I sighed, understanding her concerns. "I know it's not ideal, Isabella, but we've talked about this. With everything that's been going on in our family, it's important for us to take a step back and focus on healing and rebuilding our relationships."Isabella nodded, but I could see the disappointment in her eyes. "I understand, Enzo. I just worry about my job and what it means for my career.""I understand your c
ISABELLA —After making sure Sofia had her bath and was content with the breakfast I made for her, I decided to go online in the company group chat and it was filled up with topic about me being his legitimate wife and stuff about how I became his secretary from nobody because I was once his mistress.With the kind of rumors going around I don't think I can show myself online, they would just be pretending and if possible delete their comments.The only pleased message I found was a message from Suzy who was teasing me for finally telling the truth.Suzy: I can't believe you finally told him that Sofia was his daughter!I chuckled to myself before typing back at her.Me: what do you mean by finally?I replied waiting for her response since she was online.But she didn't bother replying but instead called me immediately."Babe!!! I can't believe you had this under your sleeve all this time and hid it from me." Suzy said to me playfully on the phone."And how sure are you about all this
ISABELLA —When we arrived home, I set Sofia down and sat her at the kitchen table with some coloring books and crayons. She busied herself with her artwork, while I retrieved my phone and dialed Enzo's number once again.To my surprise, this time he picked up after a few rings."Isabella, what is it?" he asked, his voice tinged with annoyance.I took a deep breath, trying to hold back my own frustration. "Enzo, we need to talk. It's about Sofia and her involvement in the magazine photoshoot."There was a moment of silence on the other end of the line. I could almost hear the gears turning in his mind as he processed my words."What's the problem, Isabella?" he finally replied, his tone defensive."The problem, Enzo, is that Sofia is just a little girl. She's still learning about the world, and she needs time to grow, to experience life without the pressures of fame and exposure," I explained, my voice filled with earnestness.Silence settled between us once again, and I braced myself
ISABELLA —"I know you are shocked, but he said it himself to Me when he was drunk." Enzo said, while he continued to place little kisses on my cheek."Just get ready for tomorrow photoshoot." He added like he could sense I was still worried about it."It's not like I have a choice you just said it yourself, it's something I cant escape from." I said to him before trying to come down from the counter but he wasn't letting go but instead was giving me the weird look."Do you just want to end our night discussion there?" He asked."Yes, what else do we need to talk about?" I asked making him chuckle."We still need to make baby number two." He joked but making me puzzled."What do you mean by baby number two, don't tell me you are really taking Sofia as your daughter?" I asked."Right from the very first day she had always been my daughter." He claimed."Enzo, what if her real father comes back to claim her. For all I know I couldn't remember the night of the incident that got me pregna
ISABELLA —-Aurora stepped out of the white car and a maid also hurried out of the car and opened the boot bringing out her luggages."What's wrong with Aurora?" Enzo asked the same question I was about to ask. What does she plan to do this time."Let me talk to her." Enzo said about to open the door but I held his hands tightly to stop him from going."I shouldn't go?" He asked."That's what she wants, ignore her just thus once I know my sister very well." I said to him, he nods positively before closing the door back making Aurora facial expression change immediately."Driver head into the compound." Enzo instructed, the driver starts the engine as our car slowly drives past Aurora. I could see her mouth moving like she was shouting but due to the car being soundproof we couldn't hear a thing she said."I can't believe she settled on moving in with us after what she did to you at the party. Calling you an embarrassment." Enzo to himself as he stared at her while our car entered the
ISABELLA —Was that a gunshot I just heard? "Mommy, what was that?" Sofia asked very surprised to how loud what ever that was sounded."It's nothing honey, just stay inside while I go check it out for ." I said about to head out when one of the maids held my hand tightly." What's wrong?" I asked the maid who had a sad expression on her face." I need to keep you inside this room for your safety. We are used to things like this but this is your first witnessing things like this." The maid said like it wasn't a new thing."What if he gets hurt?" I asked.The maid chuckled before placing Sofia on a sofa and moving closer to my ear." Enzo is a Mafia boss not just a Mafia, even death is scared of Enzo." The maid whispered to me.I couldn't believe what the maid had just said. Enzo, is really a Mafia boss? The man I had come to love and trust was really involved in such a dangerous and illegal world? It was overwhelming to think about."Are you serious?" I whispered, my voice filled with
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