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Chapter 63
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I flick the light switch on when I enter the lonely and empty kitchen, but quickly filling it with tension and worry. Adding my brother to the mix as he follows me inside. My arm is drenched with a blood from where the knife met my skin and apparently my visible pain. "Just sit down for a moment and calm down, brother. Your ribs are obviously killing you when you move too much and, pacing up and down isn't helping you or her." Achille tries to force me to relax, I guess, but how was I suppose to when my mind is consumed by concern for Mia."I can't just sit here, Achille! She could be seriously hurt. I need to know she's okay." I continue to walk up and down the length of the kitchen."Ben, listen to me." He grab me by my shoulders making me twitch as the pain stab through my arm, but he doesn't withdraw his touch. "I know, but you are injured too and you need to take a breath. Worrying like this won't help either of you. Let the doctor check Mia first, then we'll know the extent of he
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I wake up to the sound of rain gently tapping against the bedroom window as I stretch and yawn, before turning to my side only to find Mia still peacefully asleep blnext to me and I couldn't help the smile forming on my face as I admire her relaxed expression. Due to the gloomy weather I think that it will be the perfect day to stay indoors, in bed, and just enjoy each other's company. I gently brush Mia's hair away from her face, planting a soft kiss on her forehead before getting out of bed and head to the kitchen to make us some coffee."Ciao." A happy Madelaine answers the phone after two rings."Good morning to you too, figlia." A genuine smile cover my face while I through some sugar into a mug. I haven't spoken to Madelaine in a while and I just wanted to know if she was doing okay. "How are you doing?""I am great! I made so many friends and I am killing it in my classes, if I do as so myself." She giggles. This was exactly what I needed. "How are you doing? Still saving the w
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As the sun begin to set over the city skyline my excitement begin to grow and I can hardly contain my secret any longer and I am about to surprise Mia with the ultimate gesture, or the only one I can think of to get her as far away from Manfredio as possible to buy me some time to figure out how to handle this. After spending countless hours planning and making arrangements I cannot wait to see the look of surprise and joy on her face. This is afterall what we talked about doing before all the shit came raining down on our heads. But there was one more thing to do I remember when I take another turn getting closer to the house. "Ben? Is everything okay with Mia?" Sofia's answer after the second ring."She is doing better than I expected." A genuine smile of appreciation crosses my face and I cannot help but feel good about the caring doctor that I am alwas able to trust with the lives of the people I love and keep dear."You almost gave me a heart attack." She scolds. "You never call
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We are led to our table through the dimly lit restaurant tucked away in the heart of Bali, drawn to its intimate atmosphere and the tantalizing scent of spices lingering in the air. The soft glow of candlelight created a romantic ambiance, setting the stage for an unforgettable dining experience. "Ben, there's something about this place that just feels special. I have a feeling that we are about to discover a hidden gem." Her eyes sparkle with excitement and we settle into our chairs at a table draped with a vibrant tablecloth adorned with intricate patterns. Mia pick up the menu that she not so long ago stared at on the wall, her eyes scanning the list of tantalizing dishes. Pointing at a few options, she grin mischievously. "Ben, let's be daring and order the weirdest and most traditional dishes they have. We are here to explore Bali's culinary wonders, right?""Whatever you want is fine with me, Mia. Let's immerse ourselves in this gastronomic journey together. Surprise me!" I chu
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"Why are you dressed like that?" Mia place her hand over her mouth covering her yawn as she frown upon me sitting across from her in our hotel room already dressed in my suit and dress shirt. A hint of hesitation swirling in my min. I should have told her that I have an important business meeting to attend, one that required my presence, but he also wanted to ensure Mia's safety and well-being during my absence and if I just left a note and asked for forgiveness later on. god knows how she would have reacted."Mia," I begin, my voice gentle but apprehensive, "I have a business meeting that I need to attend. It shouldn't take long, but I would feel more at ease if you stayed here in the hotel room untill I return." Mia's eyes widen slightly, her brows furrowing with confusion as she cross her arms and lean forward, her stance displaying a sense of resistance, which I knew was coming. With Mia it is always coming when she doesnt decide on it."Ben," she respond firmly, "I understand you
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The office is filled with elegant furniture, showcasing various sports car models. A large desk is positioned at the center of the room, where I find myself seated, unable to get my mind into what I am here to do, because Mia always seem to be my main focus since I met her. An older gentleman, Frank, stands by the window, contemplative and thoughtful. He doesn't speak and I know that his toughts must be with his company that he is about sell to me. This company that he started from the ground-up. He had nothing when he started and had to climb up the corpral-ladder, that took him years and now he was selling it off in one day. I can imagine what that might feel like, so I let him have his moment."Good morning, Mr. Damian." I blonde woman enters the office breaking the silence as her heel click agansit the floor as she walks accross the laminated wooden floor. "Mr. Anderson." She nod at Frank ripping him from his toughts. "The papers you asked for." Her red lips pull into a big smile
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Mia, lively and excitedly flips through a brochure displaying the breathtaking landscapes of Bali and what it has to offer, while I sit on the bed, concern running through my veins. I have been taking care of Mia since she received medical advice to take it easy and I cannot help that it unnerve me while we are having a conversation about our plans for the day."Look at this!" She excitedly jumps up onto her knees. "We have to hike up Mount Batur while we're here in Bali! The view from the top is absolutely amazing.""Mia, you know the doctor said you should be taking it easy. We don't want to risk anything. I don't think a hike is the best idea for you right now." I take a deep breath uncertainty settling in the out of my stomach."Benvenuto, I appreciate your concern, but I know my body better than anyone else. I'm feeling fine and up for a challenge. Besides, I don't want to miss out on experiencing something so incredible. Can you please stop telling me what is good for me? I don'
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After Mia left to join her dad on the ferry boat, which I decided not to go on, because I think that Mia and her dad needs some time. I sit on the comfortable couch in our hotel room, holding my phone, feeling unsure and worried about where Mia and I are headed. I dial my brother, Achille's number and waits anxiously for him to answer. After a few rings, Achille picks up almost shouting into the phone."Ciao, Ben! What's up?""Ciao. I need your advice on something. It's about my relationship with Mia." I sigh not completely sure that I wanted to talk to him about this, but certain that I needed to."Oh, what happened? Did you two have another fight?" He questions sounding concerned."Yeah, unfortunately. It started over a misunderstanding, and she accused me of trying to control her. I love her, Achille, and I would never want her to feel that way. I need to show her that she's in total control without her realizing it.""Alright, Ben. First, have an open conversation with her about ho
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I stand in the crowded and vibrant nightclub's kitchen, music booming in the background when I take out my phone and dials Achille's number. "Ciao, brother. What's up? Why are you calling me when you know it is time for my novela and what is that noise in the background?" His voice ring into the phone laced with some humor. "Brother, you won't believe it, man. I'm at the club, and something incredible has happened. I need your help, and I have some new information to share with you regarding Mia.""Woah, slow down, Ben." He interject. "Take a deep breath and start from the beginning. What happened and are you okay? You sound... Different." Even over the phone Achille notices that I am not one hundred percent completely myself."I can't explain it, Achille. I'm not feeling like myself tonight. It's... It's something I cannot explain." I lie, and poorly at it too."You don't say?" I can hear the judgment in his voice, maybe mixed with some concern. "That's...unexpected. Are you sure ev
