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As we sat down at a cozy little Italian restaurant, Claus and I both let out a sigh of relief. The evening had been a whirlwind of activity, and it was nice to finally relax and unwind.We ordered our meals and a bottle of wine, and as we waited for our food to arrive, Claus turned to me with a serious expression."So, Ava, now that the exhibition is over, we need to start thinking about what's next," he said. "We need to figure out how to get Markus's trust, and how to use that to our advantage."I nodded, taking a sip of my wine. "I've been thinking about that," I said. "I think the key is to make Markus think that I'm interested in him, that I'm drawn to his power and his wealth."Claus raised an eyebrow. "And how do you plan on doing that?" he asked.I smiled, feeling a sense of confidence. "I've been watching Markus, studying his behavior," I said. "I know that he's a man who values intelligence and wit, and I think I can use that to my advantage."Claus nodded thoughtfully. "Go
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The moment of truth had finally arrived. Markus and I were sitting at a quaint little Italian restaurant, sipping wine and enjoying a leisurely dinner. The conversation had been flowing effortlessly, and I could tell that Markus was feeling more and more comfortable around me.As we finished our main course, Markus reached across the table and took my hand in his. I felt a jolt of electricity run through my body, but I didn't pull away. Instead, I smiled and let him hold my hand, feeling a sense of excitement and anticipation."Ava, I have to tell you something," Markus said, his voice low and husky. "I've really been enjoying our time together, and I was wondering if you'd like to start dating me exclusively."I felt a surge of triumph and excitement. This was it, the moment I had been waiting for. I had played the game perfectly, and now I was reaping the rewards."I'd love to, Markus," I said, smiling up at him. "I've really been enjoying our time together too."Markus's face lit u
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As the reception came to a close, Markus and I took to the dance floor, swaying to the slow music that filled the air. It was a romantic moment, one that I had been waiting for. And as we danced, I couldn't help but feel a sense of satisfaction. Our plan was finally coming together, and I was now a part of the Montenegro family.As we twirled across the dance floor, Markus suddenly stopped and turned to me with a smile. "I want you to get to know my sons better," he said, his eyes shining with warmth. "Claus, come here and dance with your new stepmother."I felt a surge of surprise at Markus's request, but I tried to play it cool. I gave him a awkward smile as he passed my hand to Claus.Claus took my hand in his, and we began to dance. He placed his hand on my waist, and I felt a sense of awkwardness. We both smiled and laughed, trying to make light of the situation."This is a funny thing to do," Claus said, his eyes twinkling with amusement."I know, right?" I replied, trying to pl
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The next morning, we all gathered around the breakfast table, the tension palpable. Riezel, sensing the awkwardness, tried to break the silence. "So, Ava, how was your night with Markus?" she asked, her eyes sparkling with curiosity.I stopped eating, my fork hovering over my plate, as I stared at Raphael. Markus, oblivious to the undercurrents, held my hand, giving it a gentle squeeze. "It was a beautiful night," I replied, my voice barely above a whisper.Raphael's eyes met mine, a small smile playing on his lips. Riezel, noticing the exchange, raised an eyebrow. "And what about you, Raphael?" she asked, turning to her husband. "You look like you're in a good mood. What did you dream about?"Raphael's gaze drifted to me, his eyes locking onto mine for a brief moment before he looked away. "I just dreamed something beautiful," he said, his voice low and husky.Riezel's eyes narrowed, her expression skeptical. She couldn't help but feel suspicious about the two of us. The air was thic
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Markus and I were sitting in the garden, sipping our coffee and enjoying the peaceful morning, when Riezel stormed in, her face red with rage."You have to shut down that video!" she demanded, her voice shrill. "It's not true what they're saying about me! I'm not a cruel daughter-in-law!"Markus and I exchanged a calm glance, and then Markus spoke up. "Riezel, I don't like your tone of voice," he said, his voice firm but gentle. "You're speaking to my wife in a way that's unacceptable."Riezel's face turned even redder, but she didn't seem to care. Instead, she started to brag about her own importance. "You don't understand, I'm a prominent figure in this community," she said, her voice dripping with arrogance. "I have a reputation to uphold, and this video is ruining everything for me."I watched her with a mixture of amusement and disdain. She was so caught up in her own self-importance that she didn't even realize how ridiculous she sounded.Markus, however, was not amused. "Riezel
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As the sunset approached, Raphael and I settled into the sand, his arms wrapped around me, holding me close. The sky was painted with hues of pink, orange, and purple, a breathtaking sight that seemed to match the emotions swirling inside me.As we sat there, watching the sun dip below the horizon, I felt a sense of sentimental wash over me. I couldn't help but think about the journey I had taken to get to this moment, to be back in Raphael's arms. All the pain, the heartache, the struggles – it had all been worth it, because in the end, I had found my way back to him.But as I gazed into his eyes, I couldn't help but wonder – if he knew everything, would he still love me? Would he still accept me, flaws and all? Or would he turn away, horrified by the secrets I had kept hidden for so long?I stared at him, lost in thought, and Raphael noticed. He smiled, his eyes crinkling at the corners, and asked, "What's wrong? Why are you staring at me like that?"I hesitated, unsure of how to an
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As I walked into the bathroom, I didn't expect to see Riezel waiting for me. But there she was, her eyes blazing with anger and hatred. She pushed me against the wall, her hands closing around my neck like a vice.I struggled to breathe, but Riezel just leaned in closer, her face twisted in a snarl. She was enjoying this, enjoying the power she had over me. She was going to kill me, and she was going to enjoy every moment of it.But then, something inside me snapped. I started to giggle, and then I laughed, a cold, mirthless sound. Riezel's eyes widened in surprise, and she backed away from me, looking at me like I was crazy.And maybe I was. Maybe I had finally lost my mind after everything I had been through. But I didn't care. I was beyond caring.Riezel's voice was shaking as she asked me, "What's your relationship with my husband?"But I just smiled, a cold, calculating smile. I tied my long hair back, and then I started to walk towards Riezel, step by step.I didn't answer her q
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I sat in the dimly lit room, my heart racing as I recounted every detail of my conversation with Markus to Claus. He listened intently, his eyes narrowing as he processed the information.When I finished, Claus leaned back in his chair, a calculating look on his face. "We need to make Markus silence," he said, his voice low and menacing.I felt a shiver run down my spine as I heard his words. "What do you mean?" I asked, trying to keep my voice steady.Claus didn't answer me directly. Instead, he leaned forward, his eyes glinting in the dim light. "Let's just say that I have ways of dealing with people who become a problem," he said, his voice dripping with malice.I felt a wave of fear wash over me as I realized what Claus was suggesting. "You're not going to try to kill him, are you?" I asked, my voice barely above a whisper.Claus didn't answer me. Instead, he leaned back in his chair, a cold smile spreading across his face. "Let's just focus on our goal, Ava," he said. "If I find
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