Irene —-"Is it true Benjamin??"I asked again to be sure of what I just heard. But he kept quiet like he couldn't hear any of the things I just said."Irene, it's not the way you think. I also just found out." Benjamin pleaded, making me gasp in surprise."You knew Sofia was your daughter?!!" I asked again in confusion."I just found out too. I am sorry I didn't tell you." Benjamin said to me, while Aurora laughed."You see what I am saying father, she is standing with the man who impregnated and she still can't tell even after 5 years and the huge fact that Sofia is the exact copy of Benjamin." Aurora said, making me stare at Benjamin even more kinly and it was there all along. I just couldn't see it, Benjamin and Sofia had the exact same resemblance.My mind felt like it was spinning. How could I have been so blind? How could Benjamin have kept such an important truth from me? The weight of betrayal settled heavily on my chest, and tears welled up in my eyes."Benjamin... how could
Irene —Suzy squeezed my hand, her voice filled with determination. "You are strong, Irene. Don't let this break you. Take all the time you need to heal, but remember that you deserve to be happy. And if that means moving on without Benjamin, then so be it."Her words struck a chord within me, giving me a glimmer of hope. Maybe, just maybe, there was a chance for me to find happiness again. But first, I needed to focus on healing, on figuring out what I truly wanted.Days turned into weeks, and the pain slowly began to dull. I found solace in spending time with my children, immersing myself in their laughter and joy. Sofia continued to ask about her father, and I struggled with finding the right words to explain the situation to her.One evening, as I tucked her into bed, she looked up at me with her big, innocent eyes. "Mommy, why are you still angry at Daddy?"I took a deep breath, summoning the strength to answer her question honestly. "Sweetheart, sometimes people make mistakes th
ISABELLA —" Congratulations on being Enzo's wife to be." A middle age woman said while Enzo was being congratulated."Thank you," I said a bit confused on what she was referring to."You stole another woman's fiance, I hope you enjoy it." She added, making me stare at her in surprise."What are you insinuating!!" I asked."You stole Miss Aurora's rightful position, how slutty of you." The woman said before stomping off."Haaaa, what guts she had." I said to myself before turning around to walk when I looked at myself In the mirror. It was true, I was too used to disguising myself that I look nothing like my real self, I now dye my hair and wear fake lenses all the time even Enzo doesn't know what I really look like.I entered the bathroom, closing the door behind me. My hands trembled slightly as I reached up to the mirror, staring at my reflection. It was time to reveal my true self, to let go of the disguise I had worn for so long.Taking a deep breath, I began the process of remov
ISABELLA —I took a deep breath, my mind racing with conflicting emotions. But when I looked into Enzo's eyes, I saw the unwavering love and support that he had always shown me. It gave me the strength I needed to face the challenges ahead."I'm ready, Enzo," I said, my voice steady despite the fear bubbling within me. "I'm ready to confront Aurora and my father, to stand up for our love. Let's do this together."Enzo smiled, relief washing over his face. He pulled me into a tight embrace, his arms wrapping around me protectively. In that moment, I felt safe and secure, knowing that no matter what happened, we would face it together.We spent the next few days preparing for the conference meeting. Enzo made phone calls, setting up a time and place for everyone to gather. He reached out to his friends, explaining the situation and his intentions. It wasn't an easy conversation, but Enzo was determined to make his voice heard.As the day of the conference meeting approached, the tension
Irene —-"Please don't go Benjamin, I plead with you not to go. I have a bad feeling about everything and your traveling." I said to Benjamin but instead he pulled me closer to his chest."If I don't go they would disturb my family and I am not ready to put Sofia's life at risk in any way and most especially you." Benjamin assured me.Tears streamed down my face as I listened to Benjamin explain the dangerous situation he was facing. He had always shielded me from his involvement in the mafia world, but now, I couldn't escape the reality of the danger that surrounded us.Benjamin cupped my face, his eyes filled with both determination and love. "Irene, I need to protect you and Sofia. If I don't face these threats head-on, they will continue to come after us. I can't let that happen."I nodded, my voice choked with emotion. "I understand, Benjamin. I just... I can't bear the thought of losing you."Benjamin pressed his forehead against mine, his grip on me tightening. "I won't let any
Irene —"What!!!!?!!" I yelled unexpectedly." What? You scared me." Benjamin said, acting like he was frightened."You can't do that." I said to Benjamin but he chuckled, signaling everyone to leave the office. After they all excused themselves, Benjamin pulled me up and hugged me before planting a quick kiss on my lips.."I know you would refuse, that's why I made it more like a surprise."I stared at Benjamin, my mind reeling from his announcement. Becoming the CEO of Galiano Corporation was not something I had ever expected or even considering, and the thought of taking on such a big responsibility was overwhelming."Benjamin, I can't..." I began, my voice filled with uncertainty.He held my hands firmly, his eyes pleading with mine. "Irene, please. I know it's a lot to ask, but I trust you more than anyone else to take care of this company. Miguel will be there to support you, and I believe in your abilities."Tears welled up in my eyes as I looked at Benjamin, realizing how much
AURORA —-"Ahhhh!!! That bitch….she got everything that belonged to me!!!!" I exclaimed, throwing down anything that came my way in anger while my ex boyfriend sat down smoking as he laughed out loud."I thought you would never come back to me because you had Benjamin, so what happened this time? You're Not the one I see in magazines but your sister and her child." Hugh said."You better shut the fuck up!!! I am not here because I want you to rub it on my face that I failed. I need you to help me!!" I yelled throwing the vase in his direction but it didn't get to him."So you want me to kill her or what?" Hugh asked with his same devilish smirk plastered on his face."You can't kill her so stop staring at me like that." I hissed before taking a seat in frustration."You do know you can't kidnap her because she is heavily guarded and even if you do Benjamin would not still love you." Hugh mocked."Just shut up and let me think!!"As I sat there, racking my brain for a way to separate B
Irene —-"Aurora was here?" I asked my secretary who nodded positively, before handing me a file." We also have someone who submitted his application. He said he is really in need of your aid and would be happy if you could employ him here." She added while I went through the file slowly." Hugh Culkin." I whispered to myself as I read through his file, he looked really poor. I don't really have a choice but to help him."Schedule a time with him from tomorrow."I requested before walking into my office.After reviewing Hugh Culkin's file, I couldn't help but feel a pang of empathy for him. He seemed to be in desperate need of a job, and despite my reservations about his connection to Aurora, I decided to give him a chance. I asked my secretary to schedule an interview with him for the following day, along with the other applicants.Once the interview schedule was set, I called my secretary into my office. "Could you please ask Aurora to come see me?" I requested, hoping to have a con