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Chapter 2

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The atmosphere was tense as the family gathered to discuss the upcoming wedding. Michael Rizzo, Isabella's father, beamed with pride as he showed off the new house he had bought for the couple in Paris. Brandon's eyes locked onto Isabella's, and for a moment, it seemed like nothing else mattered.

But then, Isabella's voice cut through the air, her words dripping with venom. "Do you think I'll go through with this marriage after knowing the truth about these two?" She spat, her eyes blazing with anger.

Isabella's eyes flashed with tears, but she stood tall, her voice steady. "I won't marry a man who cheats on me with my own sister," she declared, her words echoing through the room. "Brandon doesn't deserve me, and I refuse to marry him."

The room fell silent, with all eyes on Isabella. Olivia's face turned red with rage, and he slapped Isabella across the face. "You're selfish; you only care about yourself. You don't want to marry; you should have told us earlier. Don't give us a fake excuse and fake allegation to Brandon," he thundered.

The room erupted into chaos as Isabella's words hung in the air. Michael Rizzo's face turned purple with rage, but Isabella stood firm, her eyes blazing with determination.

"I don't care about the wedding, or the house, or any of it," Isabella continued, her voice rising. "I care about my self-respect, and I won't compromise that for anyone. Least of all, Brandon."

Mia looked on, her face etched with guilt. She knew she had played a part in Isabella's heartbreak, and the weight of her actions was crushing her.

"See, you've seen the handiwork of your dear daughter," she spat at Michael Rizzo. "You had so much faith in her, and look how she's insulted you!"

Michael Rizzo's face turned redder with rage, but Salvatore Moreno intervened, his voice calm and measured. "Maybe Isabella didn't agree to this marriage," he suggested. "Were you forcing her, Michael?"

Olivia's eyes flashed with anger. "Not at all!" she protested. "She said yes before. She's just an arrogant girl who doesn't care about her father's honor."

Mia's voice was barely audible as she protested, "Mom!"

But Brandon's voice rang out clear and strong. "Dad, I want to marry Mia," he declared, his eyes locked onto Mia's.

The room fell silent once more, with all eyes on Brandon and Mia. Michael Rizzo's face was a picture of shock and outrage, but Salvatore Moreno's expression was thoughtful.

"That's a good decision," he said finally, his voice measured. "Maybe this is for the best."

Isabella, however, was unmoved. "I'm glad you're all happy," she said, her voice dripping with sarcasm. "But I'm done with all of this. I deserve better than a cheating fiancé and a family that doesn't care about my feelings." With that, she turned and walked away, leaving the stunned family members in her wake.

****

The days went by, and the drama and tension in the Rizzo household slowly began to dissipate. Brandon and Mia, despite the initial shock and outrage, had decided to go ahead and get married. They had realized that they couldn't deny their love for each other and that they were meant to be together.

The wedding was a small, intimate affair, with only close family and friends in attendance. Michael Rizzo, still reeling from the shock of Isabella's rejection, had grudgingly given his blessing for the marriage. Olivia, on the other hand, was over the moon with joy and had taken it upon herself to plan the entire wedding.

As for Isabella, she had made it clear that she wanted nothing to do with the wedding, or with her family for that matter. She had been deeply hurt by their actions and felt that they had betrayed her in the worst possible way.

So, on the day of the wedding, Isabella was nowhere to be found. She had packed her bags and left for Miami, Florida, determined to start a new life and leave the drama and heartache of her past behind.

She settled into her new home, a beautiful beachfront condo in Miami, and Isabella felt a sense of peace and freedom that she had never known before. She was finally alone, and finally free to do as she pleased.

She spent her days lounging on the beach, soaking up the sun and watching the waves roll in. She spent her nights exploring the city, trying new restaurants and bars, and making new friends.

As the weeks turned into months, Isabella began to feel like herself again. She was no longer the hurt and angry person she had been after the breakup with Brandon. She was strong, confident, and independent, and she knew that she was capable of achieving anything she set her mind to.

Back in New York, Brandon and Mia were settling into their new life together. They were happy, but they knew that they had hurt Isabella deeply and that they would have to live with the consequences of their actions for the rest of their lives.

As for Michael Rizzo, he was still trying to come to terms with the fact that his daughter had left him. He had never realized how much he had hurt her, and he didn't know how to make things right.

But as the months went by, Michael began to realize that he had been given a second chance. He could try to make amends with Isabella and work to rebuild their relationship.

But for now, Isabella was happy in Miami, living her best life and leaving the drama of her past behind. She was finally free, and she knew that she would never go back to the way things were before.

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    Isabella slowly opened her eyes; she was met with an unfamiliar ceiling. She tried to sit up, but a wave of pain washed over her, forcing her back onto the pillow. Her head was spinning, and her hands felt heavy and restricted. She looked down to see that they were bandaged, along with her head.Panic began to set in as she scrambled to remember how she had ended up in this strange bedroom. The last thing she remembered was driving home from the party, and then... the chasing cars, the gun pointed at her, the crash. It all came flooding back, and Isabella's heart began to race.Just as she was starting to feel overwhelmed, a man appeared in the doorway. He was tall, with brown eyes that seemed to hold a deep warmth. He smiled as he approached her, his eyes crinkling at the corners."Who are you?" Isabella demanded, trying to keep her voice steady. "And how did I get here?"The man's smile faltered for a moment before he replied, "Relax; I'm Vincent Morano. Your car had an accident las

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    Isabella's eyes blazed with anger as she slammed her hand on the conference table. "Who is this new board member?" she thundered, her voice echoing off the walls.The room fell silent, with all eyes on Isabella. Mr. Carson, taken aback by her outburst, stuttered, "I-I was just about to explain, Isabella. Mr. Anderson has sold his shares to a new investor."Isabella's face twisted in a scowl. "What? Why wasn't I informed about this?" she shouted, her voice rising.Mr. Wallace, trying to intervene, said, "Isabella, please, let us explain—"But Isabella cut him off, her anger boiling over. "No, I want to know who this new investor is, and I want to know now!" she bellowed, her eyes flashing with fury.The door to the conference room burst open, and Vincent Morano strode in, his eyes locking onto Isabella's. She felt a jolt of surprise, followed by a wave of anger."You," she spat, her voice venomous. "You're the one who's been secretly buying up shares of our company."Vincent's eyes nev

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    Luca raised an eyebrow, his expression curious. "So, you've given him a chance?" he asked, his voice low and smooth.Isabella rolled her eyes, her expression exasperated. "It's not what you're thinking," she said, her voice firm. "I don't want that man to think he's got a chance with me forever. I'm not interested."Luca's eyes narrowed, his expression skeptical. "And why's that?" he asked, his voice gentle.Isabella's expression turned bitter. "Look at Mia, whom he fell in love with and married. And now, he's making her life hell. I don't want to end up like that."Luca's expression softened; his eyes filled with understanding. "Not everyone is the same, Isabella," he said, his voice low and soothing.Isabella's expression turned stubborn. "Stop lecturing, Uncle," she said, her voice firm. "You were never in a relationship, so how would you understand?"Luca's eyes turned sad, his expression melancholy. "I was," he said, his voice barely above a whisper.Isabella's eyes widened in su

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    "Let's walk," Vincent said, his eyes glinting with amusement.Isabella nodded, her expression neutral. "Okay."As they strolled down the street, the cool night air enveloped them, the sounds of the city fading into the background. They walked in comfortable silence, their footsteps synchronized."Your family?" Vincent asked, breaking the silence.Isabella's expression turned somber. "None."Vincent's eyes locked onto hers, his gaze burning with intensity. "I grew up in Spain with my maternal grandparents."Isabella's eyes narrowed, her expression curious. "Your mom was from Spain."Vincent nodded, his smile growing wider. "Yes, but my dad was American."Isabella's eyes widened in surprise, her expression intrigued. "Interesting."Vincent chuckled, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "See, you start liking me."Isabella's expression turned cold, her eyes glinting with amusement. "No chance."As they continued walking, Isabella's leg suddenly hurt, and she winced in pain. She looked down

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    Isabella's eyes fluttered open, and she was met with an empty space beside her. She stretched, arching her back, and a soft smile spread across her face as she recalled the passionate night she'd shared with Vincent. Her gaze fell upon Vincent's phone lying on the bedside table.She picked it up, her fingers tracing the familiar contours of the device. A sudden pang of nostalgia hit her, and she missed her uncle, Luca. It had been far too long since they'd last spoken. Without hesitation, she dialed his number, and the phone rang several times before Luca's deep voice answered."Hello?" Luca's tone was cautious, a hint of wariness underlying his words."It's me," Isabella replied, trying to sound cheerful despite the nagging sense of unease."Isabella?" Luca's voice sharpened, panic creeping into his tone. "Are you okay? I've been trying to reach you for days."Isabella's heart swelled with emotion as she realized how worried her uncl

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    Vincent's movements were slow and gentle, his body merging with hers in a tender, loving union. Isabella's moans grew louder, her body arching under his.Tears pricked at the corners of her eyes, falling like diamonds onto her cheeks. She felt a deep connection, a sense of belonging she had never experienced before.For the first time in her life, Isabella felt love. It was a fragile, tentative thing, but it was there, shining like a beacon in the darkness.She looked up at Vincent, her eyes teary and vulnerable. He gazed back at her, his eyes filled with concern."Are you okay?" he whispered, his voice husky with emotion.Isabella nodded, her smile trembling. "I'm fine," she whispered back.Vincent's eyes searched hers, as if seeking reassurance. Then, with a soft smile, he leaned in, his lips meeting hers in a gentle, loving kiss.Isabella's arms wrapped around his neck, pulling him closer as she deepened the kiss. She

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    Vincent's car wound its way up the driveway, the trees growing thicker and the darkness deepening as they delved deeper into the forest. Isabella's eyes widened as the mansion came into view, its sprawling facade lit up like a beacon in the night.As they stepped out of the car, Isabella's gaze swept over the grounds, taking in the high walls, the guards patrolling the perimeter, and the state-of-the-art security cameras. Her eyes met Vincent's, a hint of surprise and curiosity sparkling in their depths."Is this your mansion?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.Vincent nodded, a small smile playing on his lips. "Yes."Isabella's eyes roamed over the mansion's facade, her expression thoughtful. "Seeing all this, it seems like you're some kind of mafia king."Her laughter was husky, and Vincent's smile grew wider, his eyes crinkling at the corners."No one can find you here," he said, his voice low and reassuring.

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    Vincent's eyes burned with intensity, his voice low and husky. "I'm telling the truth, Isabella. I loved you from the moment I saw you for the first time."Isabella's expression turned cold, her eyes flashing with a hint of fear. "I must leave now," she said, her voice firm.But Vincent was too quick. He reached out, his hand closing around her wrist."Don't hide your feelings," he whispered, his eyes locked onto hers. "I know you feel the same way."Isabella's eyes narrowed, her expression skeptical. She looked at him, her gaze searching. "It's not like that," she said, her voice soft. "I'm not someone with whom one should come into a relationship."Vincent's smile was gentle, his eyes burning with desire. "But I want you," he whispered, his voice husky.Without warning, he pulled her towards him, his lips crashing down on hers. The kiss was fierce, passionate, and all-consuming. Isabella's lips parted, her mouth opening to Vi

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