Thomas was jumping with excitement, getting the attention of everyone who looked towards Alessandro, who didn't remove his hand from Georgia's waist.To prevent Thomas from further drawing attention, the cunning woman knelt to his level and offered him a dollar."Go buy some cotton candy, honey. After that, we'll go to the parent-child activity," she said, caressing his cheek.Thomas hugged Georgia tightly. "You're the best mother any kid could have," he said, pleased. Georgia was good to him, treated him with love, took care of him, and even gave him money to buy candy. She was perfect!Georgia smiled at the boy and then waited until he was far enough away. When he was, she stood up and looked angrily at Alessandro, who was extremely pleased with the situation."Why the hell did you say we were husband and wife? Do you want to hurt Thomas more by getting him excited about something that's not going to happen?""Thomas doesn't care if you and I are married or not. All he wants is for
"What are you talking about? Who wants to harm you?" the man asked hurriedly, furrowing his brow and approaching her. One of his biggest fears was that his business would splash onto someone like Georgia. He didn't want to involve her in anything that could hurt her or cause her harm. That, although he hadn't wanted to admit it, was one of the many reasons why he didn't dare get involved with her. Georgia didn't have the cool head that was necessary to cope with a life alongside someone like him. She could never endure it."Who wants to harm you, Georgia?" he grabbed her arms in desperation and shook her to make her give him a name or at least a description that could give him some clue."I don't know! I don't know!" she frowned, still confused by everything that had been happening recently. "This morning when I left Valery's house, there was a car following me. I'm sure they were following me. I had to run away and hide in the backyard of a house until they left me alone," she sighed
Georgia was at home, reading one of her favorite books and enjoying the library, which had become one of her favorite spaces. In truth, the place was beautiful and pleasant, and that small space made her feel calm and safe, as if within those walls filled with books, she could escape from the reality that sometimes made her wobble, the one she often didn't understand. And it was Alessandro who had enough variety of books for her to explore those worlds she hadn't had access to yet.While she was there, reading Tolstoy, her phone began to vibrate in her pants pocket. The woman looked at the caller ID and answered as soon as she recognized the number of the public nursing home where her grandmother was."Miss Alcott?" the nurse said as soon as Georgia answered."Yes, it's me," Georgia swallowed and waited for the woman to speak. Her heart was racing. Normally, she only received calls from the nursing home when she had overdue bills, and luckily she had been up to date with each of her p
"Where the hell were you, Georgia?" Alessandro yelled as soon as she walked through the front door of the house.Georgia was agitated, her breathing so labored that it made it difficult for her to speak normally, her legs ached from the physical exertion, and her heart was pounding desperately in her chest."I need to go pick up Thomas," was all she could say.Alessandro shook his head and looked at her in disbelief and disdain. "Pick up Thomas? Haven't you realized what time it is?" Alessandro raised his voice, he was extremely upset with her. "Thomas is already home! I had to postpone an important meeting to go get him because the woman I paid forgot she had work to do.""Is he okay?" she asked.For a moment, all Georgia could think about was that if she was being followed, it was very likely that other members of the families were being followed as well, especially given what Alessandro had said that afternoon when she told him about the black car. It was very likely that someone w
Valery helped her friend load her belongings into the car, both in absolute silence. Valery didn't want to be intrusive with her questions, so she just gave her friend curious glances. But the truth was that Georgia's expression didn't reveal much about her feelings either. Georgia had a poker face; she didn't make any gestures, nor was she crying. She seemed almost asleep or numb.By that time, Georgia was so lost in her own thoughts that she couldn't say a word. So much had happened that day that her brain was still processing all the events. The girl certainly appreciated that, for once, her friend decided to respect her silence."Sweetie, I don't want to be intrusive, but is everything okay?" Of course, someone like Valery couldn't remain silent for too long, especially because Georgia's calm attitude intrigued her even more than if she were screaming and crying. Valery didn't know what was worse, hysteria or tranquility."Yeah, everything's fine. I just don't feel like talking ab
"Georgia! What's taking you so long?" Valery knocked on her friend's door, trying to get her to come out already. Valery was aware of how stubborn Georgia could be.Inside the room, Georgia straightened her black top, trying to look less like a nanny and more like a woman her age. She looked at herself in the mirror, feeling satisfied with the little she had done in those few minutes. But even though her appearance was quite pleasing and attractive, the truth was that Georgia's eyes revealed how sad she felt inside. She was tired, exhausted, and above all, mentally unwell."I'm coming!" she shouted, so Valery would stop knocking on the door.After waiting a few more minutes and taking a deep breath, Georgia left her room and joined the group sitting on the sofa, where Valery had just settled in."Georgia, my love, come here!" Valery patted the empty seat next to her.Georgia smiled kindly and sat next to her, trying to ignore the uneasy looks some of the men around her were giving her
The next morning, Georgia woke up very early. She didn't want to run into her friend and already knew her schedule by heart. Unfortunately, despite her hangover, Valery woke up early and prepared a hot cup of coffee for Georgia."I made this as a peace offering," she said, pouting.Georgia rolled her eyes. It was amazing how Valery could get what she wanted just by being sweet."Forgive me, friend. I never intended to hurt you. I thought I was doing the right thing," she confessed.Georgia received the cup of coffee and sighed. "I know your intentions were noble. I know you want what's best for me, but, darling, Alessandro is a separate issue. When it comes to him, there's no 'what's best for me' regarding Alessandro. The reality is simple and won't change, and we're better off going our separate ways," she took a sip of the steaming coffee."Okay," Valery knew it was an issue she wouldn't argue about, even if she had a different opinion from her friend's. "Are you going to try to tal
"I want you so much, Georgia," Alessandro moaned against the woman's lips, as he had just laid her down on the bed. There they were, Alessandro positioned on top of Georgia's body, feeling every inch of his anatomy desiring her, he wanted her even closer than humanly possible. This was a strange desire for him, he didn't usually think about women in that way, at least not the ones he had known until then, but Georgia was completely different. She aroused emotions in him that were difficult to decipher, she was like his weakness.On the other hand, Georgia also wished that he wouldn't move away from her, the warmth of his skin comforted her, his soft lips kissing her neck and moving down to her collarbone was addictive. However, she knew that it wasn't right. She knew men like Alessandro, she knew that he was the type of man who used women and then left them stranded. Alessandro didn't love her, and it was very likely that he never would. He was someone who could have any woman he want
Alessandro lay in the oppressive darkness of the basement, a prisoner of the enemy criminal organization that had sworn his destruction. Every passing second felt like an eternity of suffering, especially because the place was a perfect image of horror—an abandoned dungeon where dampness and mold clung to the walls as silent witnesses of his misfortune, much like the shackles on his wrists and ankles that bit into his skin, marking his body as a constant reminder of his helplessness.The stale air infiltrated his lungs as the cold intertwined with his bones. A single light bulb hung from the ceiling, casting a faint light that barely managed to illuminate the sordid space. Alessandro could hear the distant sounds of the city outside that hellish place, a cruel irony that reminded him of how close he was to freedom and how far it seemed at the same time.That night, Domenico, his declared enemy, entered the basement with a ruthless smile on his face. He knew he had Alessandro exactly w
The sun rose majestically over the horizon as Georgia observed the landscape from the airplane window. Her heart was pounding in her chest as the plane descended towards the airport of her hometown. She was finally coming back home, although it wasn't entirely positive. It wasn't a return to enjoy the golden beaches or the tropical climate. It was a return filled with uncertainty and, ironically, hope at the same time.Georgia looked at her children, Eva, who was peacefully asleep in her arms, and Thomas, who was happily playing, searching for shapes in the clouds. Their eyes shone with excitement for the journey and adventure that awaited them. Amidst it all, they also longed for a reunion with their father, Alessandro, who had mysteriously disappeared.The plane landed smoothly, and Georgia felt a surge of emotion coursing through her body. She held Eva in her arms and took Thomas' hand as they made their way towards the exit, which was crowded with people. But Georgia remained focu
Georgia was completely torn apart. She felt nauseous, and the world was shifting beneath her feet. This couldn't be true. The love of her life couldn't be in danger. After everything they had gone through to finally be together, life couldn't be so unfair as to separate them, especially with a baby on the way.When Georgia thought about Eva, her heart squeezed even tighter. If something happened to Alessandro, the baby wouldn't have the chance to know him or enjoy everything he could offer as a father. Alessandro was a wonderful man who loved his daughter. Destiny couldn't deny him the opportunity to see her grow and be there for every stage of Eva's life. And then there was Thomas, who had barely begun to enjoy having his father around.After hanging up with her father, Georgia needed someone to talk to about it. Since her father didn't answer, she called her best friend Valery to help clear her head."You need to calm down, Georgia," said Valery, feeling powerless being so far away.
That afternoon, Georgia wasn't feeling well. Her heart hadn't stopped racing, and she was starting to experience arrhythmia. But that was the least of her worries. Instead, she couldn't stop thinking about Alessandro. Georgia even tried to find distractions in other places, like taking Thomas to the beach, but nothing seemed to be enough. She felt trapped in that hotel room where she couldn't stop seeing the ghost of her husband.With that lingering premonition, Georgia picked up her phone to check if she had any messages or calls from Alessandro. But there was nothing. It was as if he had literally vanished from the face of the earth. Georgia wasn't going to settle for that simple absence and vague note, so she took the initiative to call him once again.As the call went to voicemail, she let out a sigh and went to tend to the baby, who started crying."It's alright, little Eva. Mommy is here with you," Georgia held Eva and rocked her around the room. That day, even Eva seemed more r
After his plane had landed back in the city, Alessandro immediately headed to the Black Temple facilities, where everyone eagerly awaited their leader. Despite the decision for Black Temple to launch the first attack under Jeremy's leadership, Alessandro had second thoughts and refused that possibility. He wanted to be the one to deliver the final blow, and something told him it would happen exactly on that day."How is Georgia?" Jeremy asked directly, without beating around the bush, as soon as he saw his neuro enter through the building's doors.Alessandro felt a lump in his throat before responding. His dark eyes reflected a mixture of determination and concern. "She's fine," he stated confidently. "I've taken all necessary precautions to keep her safe.""And the baby?" the man questioned."The baby is with Georgia, which means she's fine," Alessandro replied, trying not to dwell on the family he had left behind on their honeymoon.Jeremy nodded, but his expression remained skeptic
Gloomy and sinister, the meeting room of the Black Temple was a refuge for shadows. Jeremy, the patriarch and leader appointed by Alessandro, sat at the head of the table, observing each member of the organization with cold eyes. Silence hung in the air, only interrupted by the whisper of darkness."Tomorrow is the day," Jeremy announced with a deep and authoritative voice. "It is our responsibility to ensure that the enemy camp will be unprotected and weakened when Alessandro arrives. Our opportunity to eliminate them once and for all."The eyes of those present lit up with a mixture of excitement and determination. They knew it was a risky mission, but they trusted Jeremy's strategic ability and leadership. Of course, not everyone was happy with his appointment, but after suffering so many casualties, the desire for revenge outweighed the urge to question the boss's decisions.Jeremy distributed photographs of the enemy leaders and detailed maps of the camp. Each member of the organ
The interior of the plane filled with anticipation and excitement as Alessandro and Georgia settled into their seats, looking at each other with love and complicity. Beside them, little Eva slept peacefully in her mother's arms, while Thomas played with his cellphone in one of the airplane seats.Georgia looked at her daughter and then at Alessandro, her eyes shining with happiness and gratitude. She couldn't believe they were finally flying to Hawaii, their dream honeymoon destination. She felt a wave of love and joy as she shared this special moment with her husband and daughter, knowing they were creating memories to cherish forever."I can't believe you remembered that I told you how much I wished to go to Hawaii," Georgia said, surprised when her husband revealed their honeymoon location."I always listen to you, darling, even when you thought I wasn't," Alessandro smiled. However, behind that seemingly cheerful gesture, he concealed the worry weighing on his chest, knowing that
Weeks after Alessandro and Georgia's little daughter had been discharged from the hospital, the couple's wedding took place. They were eager and in a hurry to culminate with that final ceremony that would show the world how much they loved each other.So there they were, finishing dressing up and putting on makeup to attend the event that made them so happy."You're the most beautiful bride in the world," Valery sighed, looking at her friend who was touching up her lipstick in front of the mirror."Thank you, I hope that someday I can say the same about you," Georgia glanced quickly at Valery, who blushed immediately. "I've seen your boyfriend so happy with you that I have no doubt he'll put the ring on your finger."Valery squealed with excitement. For the first time in a long time, the idea of getting married didn't seem entirely unpleasant to her. On the contrary, she was excited and thrilled by the possibility of sharing her life with the man she was so in love with."It was a bea
After leaving the police station, Alessandro quickly headed home. But before that, he returned to the central hospital to make sure once again that his little baby was fine. He also informed the doctors and administrators that there would be bodyguards watching over the maternity ward. Alessandro didn't want to leave his daughter's safety to chance, and considering the events of the previous evening, the administrators accepted his proposal. Therefore, the pavilion was completely guarded by members of the Black Temple.However, that wasn't enough for Alessandro. He needed much more than just that. In order to set his plan in motion, he arrived at the Mascherano mansion, where Georgia was already awake, waiting for him with a cup of coffee in her hand."Darling!" she greeted him as he walked through the door. "Where did you go so early?" she asked."I had some work to take care of, and I also went to visit the baby," he confessed.Georgia's expression twisted on her face. She knew exac