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54As the nurse labeled the blood sample, Rican’s gaze remained fixed on Alessa, his expression cold and hard. Alessa could feel the tension in the air, the way Rican’s anger lingered in every breath he took. The nurse, trying to stay professional, turned to him after sealing the sample.“How long will it take for the test results?” Rican asked bluntly, never looking away from Alessa.The nurse hesitated, sensing the pressure. “It usually takes around 4-5 hours,” she explained calmly, her eyes flicking between the couple.“I want it done in half an hour,” Rican demanded, his voice sharp and unyielding, finally turning his full attention to the nurse. The intensity in his gaze made her falter.“Sir, there are protocols we need to follow. We have to collect all the data and send it to the lab. I’m afraid you’ll need to—”“I said half an hour. Am I not clear?” Rican’s voice dropped lower, more threatening this time, his patience clearly wearing thin.Alessa sat silently, too af
Cahpter 55Alessa sat on the bed, nervously biting her lip, her eyes glued to the ticking clock. Her mind raced, repeating the same words over and over again, “I didn’t do anything. Nothing happened. Nothing.”But no matter how many times she reassured herself, her heart still felt like it was sinking into a pit. She couldn’t breathe properly, each second dragging on like an eternity. Her eyes darted to Rican, who stood silently by the door, leaning against the frame, his arms crossed, unreadable as always. She wanted to call out to him, to ask him to sit beside her, to feel some sort of comfort, but her voice was stuck in her throat.Every tick of the clock felt like an hour. The wait was unbearable, but along with the desperation to see the report, an overwhelming fear crept into her mind. What if it didn’t prove her innocence? What if something went wrong?Her thoughts froze the moment she saw Rican push himself off the door frame, straightening up. He slid his hands out
55It’s been a week since I’ve been trapped in this house, confined to these walls like a prisoner. I’m allowed to roam freely, but only under one cruel condition—Rican must never see my face. He said I disgust him. Every time I think of those words, my heart aches a little more.He’s barred me from using any electronic gadgets. No phone, no laptop—nothing that could connect me to the outside world. I have access to the TV, but what’s the point? It only serves as background noise to my endless thoughts.I still remember that night—the night we got the report. The memory of it plays in my mind like a broken record and it still shiver my soul.:After stopping his car, Rican didn’t give a damn about Alessa as she was full tired of all the crying and screaming. The whole ride she rant about one stuff, “Please believe me, I didn’t do anything.” But Rican no, he’s not going to buy this lie again.He didn’t have to drag her in home as he knew she was going to follow him on her own,
Chapter 57“Hey my son”- a man who embraced his son with open arm, a huge smile on his face as The old man’s eyes shone with pride,, His father’s grip on the stick was as steady as the smile that stretched across his weathered face as his other hand hugged Xavier.“You’ve made me proud, son. So proud,” Jacob repeated, his voice filled with satisfaction. “You’ve done it—you’ve achieved the dream I had for so long.”- his father Jacob made a statement with huge grin on his face.Xavier’s chest tightened as he heard the words. the praise he had chased after for years, was finally here, but something in Xavier’s heart still felt hollow. He forced a smile as his father pulled back, clapping him on the shoulder.Yes, Jacob the same guy who framed Emily for the murder of mother of Stefano Rossi and after everything Stefano and his friend Liam or others caught him unfortunately he escaped from their prison.May be he escaped but the fire was in his heart or mind didn’t dimmed a bit i
58 . James stormed down the hallway, muttering to himself, “Why the hell do I have so many problems? My life sucks… sucks!” His steps grew faster as his irritation flared up. “Today, I swear, I’m gonna kick his ass. I’m out here busting mine, working every single day to lock down that business deal, and he’s off drinking his life away. Unbelievable!” It had been a week since James last heard from Rican. Every time he called, it went straight to voicemail, and not once did Rican bother to call him back. Today, though, he finally got a call from him, but—surprise, surprise—not a single word on the other end. “Unreal!” James grumbled, clenching his fists. James opened the door, stepping inside only to be met with near total darkness. “Rican? Why the hell didn’t you turn on the lights?” James called out, but there was only silence. Frowning, he pulled out his phone, turning on the flashlight as he reached for the light switch. His eyes went wide at the sight: the room wa
59Rican struggled to open his eyes, the heaviness making each blink feel like lifting a weight. His face scrunched as he finally managed to pry them open, only to find himself in a completely unfamiliar room. The sterile smell, the quiet hum of machines, and the feel of a bandage on his hand, where an IV line was attached, told him he was in the hospital. He glanced around, disoriented, until a familiar voice broke the silence.“You almost scared me to death, you psycho!” James said, his tone a mix of relief and annoyance. He lightly punched Rican’s arm, then plopped down in the chair beside him.Rican slowly turned his head, meeting James's eyes for a moment before looking away toward the window. “How did you even find me?” he asked, his voice weak but laced with curiosity.James raised an eyebrow. “Are you serious?” He let out a dramatic sigh and shook his head, pretending to be disappointed. “I thought you’d say something like, ‘Thank you for saving my life, James. You’r
60Alessa lay on the bed, staring blankly at the ceiling, the weight of her thoughts pressing heavily on her chest. She tried to keep it together, but tears slipped from her eyes, streaming down her cheeks without end. She couldn’t shake the ache that gripped her heart.Just then, Martha entered the room with a tray, a soft but concerned look on her face. She placed the tray on the bedside table, watching Alessa with worry. "Dear, please eat something," Martha pleaded gently. "You haven’t had anything since yesterday, and at this rate, you’re going to make yourself ill."Alessa sat up slowly, her face etched with fatigue, her eyes red from crying. She looked at Martha, desperation clouding her gaze. “Did… did Rican come?” she whispered, a faint glimmer of hope breaking through her sorrow.Martha’s face softened even more, and she shook her head. “No, dear… he hasn’t come.”That was all it took for Alessa’s last shred of composure to crumble. She buried her face in her hands an
61Steve felt a pang in his chest as he saw Rican standing at the foot of the stairs, eyes flashing with fury, fists clenched as if ready for a fight and James was standing beside him.Without hesitation, he walked toward his son, trying to ignore the bitterness and hurt that mixed with concern. Alessa lingered near the back, visibly tense.She finally saw him as a small smile flashed on her face but it didn’t last long when she heard there next conversation.“Rican,” Steve began, his voice calm, but Rican cut him off.“Why are you here, Mr. Stefano Rossi?” Rican spat, the title thick with sarcasm. “Did you forget that I don’t want you in this house? Or do you just not know how to listen?”Steve sighed, extending a hand toward him. “Rican, you’ve just gotten out of the hospital. You’re not in any state to be this worked up. The doctor told you to rest.”But as he reached for him, Rican slapped his hand away. “Stay the hell away from me!” he shouted, his voice echoing through th
Epilouge.Ally felt herself losing control as Rican's hands roamed over her body, his touch setting her nerves on fire. His fingers brushed against her sensitive skin, teasing her as his hands moved to her breasts, kneading and pinching her hardened nipples. The slippery soap on her body made his movements smoother.Her lips parted as his mouth claimed hers in a heated kiss, his tongue dominating the moment as it explored her fully. She surrendered, her fingers gripping his damp hair, pulling him closer. The intensity of the kiss left her breathless, and her body quivered under his touch.Without breaking the connection, Rican reached for the shower handle, turning on the water. The warm stream cascaded over them, rinsing away the soap and making Ally’s skin glisten under the soft glow of the bathroom lights. The sight of her body, glowing and wet, made Rican's gaze darken with desire.“God, you’re breathtaking,” he muttered, his voice thick with want as his eyes roamed over
..Ally was scrolling her phone, a smile on her lips, it’s didn’t waiver for a second, as she was seeing the pictures of their marriage, she looked like a penguin and why not, she was almost five months pregnant when Rican again proposed her for marriage. She didn’t want to marry him while pregnant but Rican was stubborn, he couldn’t wait anymore and finally she married him, here was the proof, she looked like a fluffy balloon at the time of her wedding but nevertheless she was happy, so happy she felt everything was a dream. Ally glanced at the clock. It was only ten at night, but Rican was still downstairs in his home office. He’d created the small workspace so he could stay home more often, especially for Rowoon, who was growing more stubborn and demanding with each passing day. She smiled, thinking of their little boy. Ally through of taking a quick shower before bed Ally got up and headed to the bathroom. She removed her clothes and slid into the bathtub, sighing as the
Chapter 89.|Rican|I was deep in sleep when something soft landed on my face—a tiny slap. Before I could react, another one came, a little firmer this time. Groaning, I opened one eye reluctantly, and there he was—our little bundle of energy, Rowoon, standing next to the bed. His bright blue eyes sparkled with mischief, and a wide grin stretched across his chubby cheeks.“Papa! Papa awake! Papa awake!” he sang loudly, practically bouncing on the spot.I couldn’t help but smile as I sat up, pulling him into my arms. “Morning, little king,” I murmured, ruffling his hair.But Rowoon wasn’t done yet. Once on the bed, he immediately turned his attention to Ally, who was still in a deep sleep. Without hesitation, he started climbing over her. His giggles filled the room as he poked her gently. “Momma, wokii wokii!” he sang, his little voice rising in excitement.“Hey, baby,” I whispered, trying to gently pull him back. “Momma is tired, okay? Let’s let her sleep a little more, hmm?
Chapter 88.Alessa lay on the bed, her eyes fixed on the ceiling. The quiet of the room felt heavier than usual, yet there was an odd sense of calm in her heart. Xavier's apology earlier in the evening had stirred something within her. It wasn’t forgiveness, not entirely, but it felt like a burden she didn’t know she was carrying had been lifted. A strange sense of peace settled over her as though she had finally found closure.The door creaked open, and Rican stepped into the room. He watched her for a moment before sitting on the edge of the bed beside her. “Aren’t you sleepy yet?” he asked softly, his voice hesitant.“No… I don’t feel like sleeping right now,” Alessa replied, her tone calm but distant.Rican tilted his head, his brow furrowing. “Is something bothering you? I mean, is it about… Xavier?” he asked carefully, his voice tinged with concern.She shook her head, a faint smile crossing her lips. “No, it’s not bothering me,” she said. “In fact, I feel… calm. As if
Chapter 87.Alessa stood frozen at the door, her entire body stiff with shock. Her heart raced as she pointed toward the gate, unable to find her voice. Rican, noticing her fear, rushed to her side. He cupped her face in his hands, his eyes filled with worry.“What happened, Ally? What is it?” he asked, his voice trembling with concern.She couldn’t speak, only lifting her hand; Rican followed her gaze and froze. There he was—Xavier, standing at the gate.Rican's expression darkened in an instant. Rage consumed him as he stormed outside. Before Xavier could utter a single word, Rican’s fist connected with his jaw."How dare you come to my home? I fucking warned you, didn’t I?" Rican roared, his voice filled with fury. "I have decided to leave you only becasue Ally requested me to leave you otherwise your body would be buried deep down now."- he screramed raining punches after punches at him.Xavier didn’t fight back. He stood still, taking every punch and blow without a word.
Chapter 86.|Rican|Time had passed, but if I’m being honest, things weren’t fully healed. Maybe some things never really heal. Instead, we learn to live with the pain, mask it with a smile, and call it moving on. That’s exactly what we’re trying to do now.Alessa was finally discharged from the hospital. Physically, she was okay, but mentally… that was a whole other story. She barely spoke these days, and when she did, it was as though her voice carried the weight of the world. My father, Stefano Rossi, decided to stay with us, and for the first time in years, I didn’t push him away.Do I hate him for what he did to my mother? Absolutely. That betrayal will forever be a wall between us. But after what he did to help rescue Alessa, I couldn’t bring myself to tell him to leave. I needed him here—not for me, but for Alessa. We were in a crisis, and even though I despised his past actions, I knew he was a rock we could lean on now.And then there was Uncle Liam. The man I had once
Chapter 85.Rican sat on the chair beside Alessa’s hospital bed, his shoulders hunched forward in defeat. His right arm in a plaster cast, and the dull ache of his injuries was nothing compared to the torment raging inside him. His gaze was fixed on Alessa’s pale, motionless face. Her fragile frame looked even smaller beneath the white hospital sheets, her skin ashen and her lips chapped.The doctor’s words echoed relentlessly in his mind, slicing through him like a blade: “We are sorry, sir, but we couldn’t save the child. The drug had already spread through her bloodstream, and given her early stage of pregnancy, there was nothing we could do. I’m truly sorry.”Rican gritted his teeth, his hands curling into fists despite the pain in his shoulder. The helpless rage boiling inside him threatened to consume him. How could he have done this? How could he have failed her so completely?It wasn’t just Xavier or Sia who were at fault. No—if anyone was to blame, it was him. Enrico R
Chapter 84.The atmosphere in the room thickened with tension as Jacob filled the syringe with a clear liquid. His movements were sharp and deliberate, his face devoid of remorse. The faint glint of the needle caught the dim light, sending chills through the room.“Dad!” Xavier called, his voice trembling with urgency as he saw Jacob walking toward Alessa. “What are you doing? You promised me you wouldn’t hurt her!” Xavier’s voice cracked with desperation, his disbelief evident.Jacob didn’t slow down. His calm, calculated expression didn’t falter as he turned to his son. “Come on, Xavier,” he said in a voice that mocked sincerity. “I know what I promised. Your dear Alessa will live. I’m just giving her a little sleeping dose. She doesn’t need to see the bloody mess I’m about to make of her husband and father-in-law. Don’t you trust me, son?” His tone softened, pretending to sound hurt, but his eyes gleamed with malice.Alessa’s eyes went wide with panic. Struggling against t
Chapter 83 . A desperate scream tore from her lips as she looked up to see Jacob standing over her, his face twisted in a sadistic grin. His shirt was smeared with dried blood, some of it staining his teeth, making him look more like a monster than a man. “Going somewhere, darling?” he asked mockingly, his voice laced with menace. Alessa scrambled backward, crawling on her hands and knees. “No… no, stay away from me!” she cried, her voice breaking. But before she could get far, a hand yanked her back by her hair. Pain shot through her scalp as she was forced to her feet, her tear-filled eyes locking with Xavier’s. “You shouldn’t have hurt my father, Alessa,” Xavier snarled, his voice low and menacing. His face was inches from hers, his breath hot against her skin. “You shouldn’t have.” He dragged her roughly, throwing her against the wall. She cried out in pain as he tied her hands with a thick rope, securing her in place. “Please, Xavier!” she begged, her voice tremb