Isabella was sitting in the backyard, enjoying a quiet afternoon with Irene and Selena. Though Irene still looked tired, she was starting to feel better after several weeks of therapy. Isabella helped look after Selena, gently rocking the stroller as she engaged in light conversation with Irene, trying to create a sense of normalcy in a life still filled with uncertainty.But the peaceful silence was abruptly interrupted when an unfamiliar black car sped into the front yard. Before Isabella could react, the car door opened, and Rudolf stepped out with quick strides and a determined expression.“Irene!” Rudolf shouted coldly and threateningly as he rushed toward her.Irene froze in place, too shocked to move. “Rudolf? What are you doing here?!” Her voice trembled with deep fear.Sensing danger, Isabella sprang into action, but before she could do anything, Rudolf roughly dragged Irene into the car. “You’re coming with me, Irene. Now!” he commanded, ignoring Irene’s growing panic and pr
Felix lost track of Rudolf’s car after Rudolf managed to speed through an intersection. All they could do was return to Isabella’s house. Irene's sudden abduction had shaken everyone, and now Felix felt a great responsibility to help Isabella and her family find Irene before it was too late.As Felix parked the car in front of Isabella's house, he could sense the tension inside. When he entered, all eyes were on him."Isabella!" Rose called, rushing to hug her daughter with a sense of relief. "What about Irene?"Isabella shook her head weakly, looking deeply regretful. "I don’t know what Rudolf is planning, but I’m afraid he’s going to do something worse to her."Felix looked at Isabella seriously, trying to offer as much calm as he could. "Don’t worry, Isabella. We’ll find her. I’ll ask Kevin to track Rudolf’s car. We saw his license plate, so that can be a clue."Isabella nodded quickly. "Yes, I saw it before his car disappeared. He might have even switched cars by now."Felix immed
Rudolf pulled Irene out of the car, which he had deliberately arranged from a friend outside the city. Irene struggled, trying to resist with what little strength she had left. However, Rudolf was a man, and his strength was clearly greater than Irene's."Let me go! Please, let me go!"No. Rudolf didn’t let her go. Instead, he roughly dragged Irene into a house deep in the forest. It wasn’t the same place that Kevin had successfully tracked down. Rudolf had swapped cars halfway through the journey, changing it according to his plan, and left his phone in an abandoned house to mislead Isabella and Felix’s pursuit. It had all been carefully planned.When Rudolf reached a room, he threw Irene onto the bed. Irene’s breath caught, and she suddenly lost focus, overwhelmed by the fear flooding her chest. She raised her hands, staring at Rudolf, pleading."Don’t do this!"Rudolf grabbed Irene’s hair, causing her to wince in pain. "Do you think you can leave me? No, darling. You will always be
The gray sky over the cemetery created a sorrowful atmosphere. Isabella stood near the coffin, holding Selena tightly in her arms. The baby seemed calm, despite the sadness surrounding them. Many mourners had come to pay their respects to the departed, but Isabella could barely focus on anyone. Her mind was too burdened by the recent loss she had experienced.Among the crowd, Nicholas and Felix stood not far from Isabella. Nicholas glanced at Felix, his eyes narrowing in confusion and slight irritation. He knew Felix was supposed to be in London, starting a new life away from all the drama in New York. Yet here was Felix, calm and present at this important event for Isabella.Nicholas approached Felix, his voice low but with a growl. "Why are you here, Felix? Aren't you supposed to be handling your business in London? I thought you'd left."Felix looked at Nicholas without emotion, though there was something faint behind his eyes. "I changed my mind," he replied briefly, as if he didn
Felix sat at the dining table, staring at Isabella who was seated across from him. The atmosphere between them was tense, filled with unspoken burdens. Felix couldn’t take his eyes off Isabella, even though he knew that what he was about to say might worsen the situation. But he couldn’t hide his intentions any longer."Isabella," Felix finally spoke, his voice soft but firm. "I need to talk to you about something important. About us."Isabella looked at him with tired eyes, trying to understand what Felix was about to say. "What do you mean, Felix?" she asked, frowning, unprepared for a serious conversation, especially after the funeral and all the emotional weight she had been carrying.Felix took a deep breath, preparing himself. "I’ve ended my relationship with Sarah."Isabella stared at Felix in shock. Sarah, the woman who had been part of Felix's life for the past few years, was no longer by his side. But instead of feeling relieved, Isabella felt confused."Why are you telling
Isabella sat in her parked car in front of her parents' house, her eyes staring blankly out the window. Today had been too long, she thought. After giving her testimony at the police station about the disappearance of her twin sister, Irene, and all the drama that followed, Isabella felt physically and emotionally exhausted. Memories of Irene continued to haunt her, and even now, in a place that should have made her feel safe—her parents' home—her mind was filled with anxiety she couldn't shake off.Isabella slowly opened the car door, taking a deep breath to calm herself. The sound of the engine turning off signaled that the night was about to grow quieter. She stepped out, gently closing the car door, and walked slowly toward the house. This house had witnessed so many events in her life, from the warmth of her childhood to the crisis currently haunting her family.As she reached the front door, Isabella paused for a moment, listening to the strong beat of her own heart. When the do
Chapter 73Isabella had found a new apartment—simple, yet cozy—completely different from her family home, which was filled with memories of her childhood and traces of Irene. The apartment was suggested by Peter, her editor, who always seemed to know what was best for her. Despite its simplicity, the apartment had a modern, efficient design, with large windows overlooking a small garden outside, giving Isabella the peaceful atmosphere she needed. She spent the entire morning cleaning and organizing the space, hoping this new place could be a fresh start for her.After arranging the living room, Isabella sat on the couch with a glass of cold water, enjoying a brief moment of calm that began to fill her mind. But soon, a knock on the door startled her. She frowned, puzzled, as she hadn’t told anyone about her new address except Peter. Feeling a little uneasy, she walked toward the door. When she opened it, there stood Peter, his face beaming with a cheerful smile.Peter was a flamboyant
Sarah woke up with a strange, heavy feeling in her chest. Sunlight was just starting to filter through the cracks of her bedroom curtains, but the atmosphere inside felt far from peaceful. As she fully opened her eyes, she froze. Standing by her bedroom door was Louis—her husband, whom she had left long ago. The shock hit her so hard that she felt like she couldn’t breathe.Sarah was certain she had locked all the doors last night. How had Louis managed to get into her house?The house that was supposed to be her escape, a place where she could feel safe and far from the husband who had controlled and abused her for so long, both physically and mentally.Louis smirked, his eyes sharp and filled with victory. "You think you can just run away, Sarah?" he said, his voice cold, making Sarah's skin crawl. "I know everything. You think I'm stupid? I know you’ve been asking Sophia, Felix’s mother, for help to bring you back to Felix—your ex-fiancé."Sarah was stunned. How could Louis know ab