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BELLA POV some weeks later...Lonely. Desperate for someone to talk to. Someone who would listen to me. I picked up my phone to put a call across to Lucy so I could at least tell her what I'm going through, I know she would listen.After three rings Lucy picked the phone up with her voice piercing my eardrums.“Yes, you call. I'm so excited and I have great expectant news.” Lucy cheered, cutting me shut from speaking up. And I whimpered, letting her go now with her chatter, barely hearing others even though I couldn't end the call. “Lucy, please can you let me say something. I called you and not the other way round. Girl!’ I whispered, and she laughed.I breathed out in relief, at least I would be able to say something now. “Yes, sorry I forgot to fill you in the juicy details. You would scream out of excitement too, listen carefully and ignore my screams.” Lucy warned playfully. I held my breath again, she was annoying the shit out of me. And I nodded like she could see m
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BELLA POV I glared at Stefano as he waltzed into my room as though he owned the place and he gave me a stare before chuckling. “You think this is funny?” I ask with a low voice, my heart and head were at odds with each other. “I don't, you just look cute trying to be fierce, anyway I came here to give you two options” “And what do they entail?” I ask, disregarding what he said about me. “One, you can either accept to go to your father's house with tomassa your bodyguard, Marco your driver and me too, or Two, you can just chill at the house” He smirked at me. “I'll –” my voice cut off as I thought it over, he wasn't giving me much of a choice here. “I thought as much” He turned around to leave with what looked so much like triumph in his gaze when I stopped him in his tracks. “I'll go with the three of you” I accepted and he slowly turned around to stare at with with disbelief in his eyes. “You're willing to get hurt more by the man you call father?” He spitted out as though i
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BELLA POV “You need to calm down and listen to me, I'm sure you would understand when you hear my side of the story." He said, walking slowly and closer to me until he held me in his embrace.“I'm listening to you. Go on. Tell me everything." I replied, folding my hands as I placed a killer look on my face.He chuckled and I raised my eyebrows in suprise wondering what he was finding amusing. “What's funny about my question or look?" I asked, and he shook his head." You look anything but funny.” He replied, turning down the temperature and I began to feel hot."You are free to open a button if you feel very hot, I don't mind.” He added, I ignored him till I couldn't take it anymore and I opened two buttons to let more air. “You look ravishing and I want to have you…” He smiled, bending down as he placed a kiss on my breasts and I shuddered.“Stefano stop. You are distracting me from the issue at hand." I whispered, biting back the sounds that threatened to escape from my lips.“I
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Before the present day… While we were having breakfast today, my mind wandered towards the direction of the call I had with my father's doctor. My cutleries slowly slipped down my fingers as I stopped the chewing the food in my mouth. When I requested on an uodate on how my father was fairing, his response was seemingly vague but I decided not to put too many thought into it but now I couldn't help but think of it. I really hoped that my father was fine and the doctor was not hiding crucial information from him inorder to prevent me from panicking. I was going to call him again, but first I had to eat and resume work early. I had taken more than a few days off. I had to show Doctor John I was serious with my job rather than allowing my husband's influence shield me from the rules. “You've barely eaten your food.” Stefanos's voice cut through my thoughts, causing me to jerk slightly. “Yeah.” I replied, tucking a stray strand of my hair behind my ears. Stefano paused his food
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As the tears begin to fall, I knew there was tendency Stefano was right about this before his intel never failed him. My chest twisted with disappointment, I never believed that my father would do this to me but oh well, it was happening right before my eye and what could I do? Nothing. I just had to confirm first to be sure.I already made a fight with Stefano because of this, I couldn't hesistate to find out the truth again. I called Marco to book the next flight to the US and get Tomasso ready because we're leaving to see my father soon. His response was affirmative and I set out to pack my bags and get ready because this was just a journey to the truth. I'd knew moving in circles if I didn't attempt to find out the truth for myself. Nobody had to tell me, it was glaring that was what I had to do. I might as well as be certain of the heartbreak now so I could heal faster and carry on with my life. Instead of going back and forth with Stefano who was trying to help me. Soon, Marco s
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BELLA POV Getting down from the car as I headed to the entrance ignoring the greeting from the staffs as I couldn't contain the pain and anger. And I was sure I would break down again in their presence if I dare open my mouth to say anything.“Good evening Ma'am. May I take you bag upstairs for you?" Marianna asked, beaming with smiles and I raised my head staring at her with intense aggression.“Oh you are in a bad mood. I'm very sorry, j would run a hot water bath for you to help relieve the tension.” Maria added, trying to soothe me but I wasn't annoyed.Just the brim point of breaking down with my soul leaving my body. The pain was too much and I was holding it in so I could cry at the comfort and privacy of my room.“Ma'am? You aren't saying anything." She itved, hoping I would say something so she can tell what was wrong with me.But I can't let someone see me at my weak state, so she sighed and left when she realized I won't be responding to her.Lying on my bed and the tear
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BELLA POV Getting down from the car as I headed to the entrance ignoring the greeting from the staffs as I couldn't contain the pain and anger. And I was sure I would break down again in their presence if I dare open my mouth to say anything.“Good evening Ma'am. May I take you bag upstairs for you?" Marianna asked, beaming with smiles and I raised my head staring at her with intense aggression.“Oh you are in a bad mood. I'm very sorry, j would run a hot water bath for you to help relieve the tension.” Maria added, trying to soothe me but I wasn't annoyed.Just the brim point of breaking down with my soul leaving my body. The pain was too much and I was holding it in so I could cry at the comfort and privacy of my room.“Ma'am? You aren't saying anything." She itved, hoping I would say something so she can tell what was wrong with me.But I can't let someone see me at my weak state, so she sighed and left when she realized I won't be responding to her.Lying on my bed and the tear
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BELLA'S POV I couldn't contain my rage and I ran out of the house with my heart beating faster than a raging fire, as I was trying to calm myself down so I won't kill myself in the process of finding my failure of a father. “Bella where are you goung to?" Stefano asked, completely shocked by the way I was running like I was racing for an Olympics games. I dived into a car and drove out in such a speed that even Stefano won't pick. My heart was pounding faster that that of the car engine.In less than three minutes I had arrived at my father's house, and music was blasting from the house and I wondered why his neighbors haven't complained to the police about the type of nose cooking out from the house at same an odd hour. Running into the house without my shoes and I went directly to the speaker and I turned it off gaining the attention of all the party goers who was staring at me with disgust and drunkenness in their eyes as they could barely stand up straight. “You all should g
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After a heavy pause, he rose slowly. “Come with me. I want to talk somewhere private. There’s something I need to show you that might help you understand.”Reluctantly, Bella followed him down the silent hallway until they reached the bedroom. Standing close, Stefano began in a low, measured voice, “I want to explain how I feel. I understand your worry and anger, but I want you to know I would never purposely harm anyone or make someone disappear out of jealousy.”Her eyes searched his face. “Then why didn’t you tell me that Tomaso was on an errand? Why was I left guessing?”He stepped forward. “Sometimes, I thought you didn’t need to know every detail. I believed that leaving some things unsaid would protect you from the harsh parts of our life.”Her eyes filled with unshed tears as she replied, “I may not be part of that world completely, but I’m your wife. I deserve to know what happens, especially when it concerns someone I care about.”Taking her hand in his, he continued, “I se
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I didn't know if she heard me but she continued sucking my dick not until I pulled her head away.“Why did you?” She looked at me lustfully before looking at my engorged disk and pointed towards it.“That's beautiful I'm going to come soon and I have to fuck you.”I saw her swallow visibly and I loved the sound of that. “Okay.” I lifted her up and I held her tightly making sure her pussy was coming in contact with my disk as I kissed her and whispered dirty things into her ears“Oh,” she moaned against my lips and when I moved the kisses to her neck, she whispered under her breath. “You're going to kill me…”“Do you like this?” I asked as I dryhumped her and bit her neck, leaving hickeys all over.“Yes.” She moaned. I was tired of fucking her with her clothes on, we have to get down to business.Soon we got down to his business as I swung her arond such that her back was in front. I raised her gown up to her stomach length and slapped her ass twice, making it red and eliciting cries
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Before heading home, I stopped at the hospital to have a conversation with doctor John about needing a nurse who could help with support for a patient who neeeded attention at home. He was delighted to help as he asked about Bella’s welfare.After the conversation he recommended a nurse who was slightly above Bella's height and looked petite like her. She said her name was Karen.After a brief conversation on Tomasso condition she said she knew what to do and we spoke to some extent. Later that day as we drove home, I felt a sense of foreboding, my instincts kept telling me that it was all wrong decision and it would harm more harm to me and Bella's already fractured relationship.When the door opened, Bella and Tomasso were sitted at the sitting room. With his fractured arm, he groaned and Bella rushed towards him. They didn't even notice that I had entered the house. She was so caught up in her affection for him, you see that was the thing that literally made me angry at him and her
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Soon the representatives from the Richardsons and Son arrived, Matteo and I glared at each other silently telling ourselves we could do this.We offered them their seats as Matteo and I sat next to each other.They started by handing us their business proposal and a quick glance at it really impressed me. I handed the document over to Matteo to check it out and tell me what he thought but he simply stared at me mirroring my expression.“I think we would work with this.” I announced to them and they looked at each other with a look of happiness on their face.“But don't get too excited,” at the sound of my voice, their smiles faded. “We'll go on a trial first, if the first few months are favourable then we could go on fully witn the process of merging both companies.” I announced and they nodded their heads.“Thank you Mr Carlo, we truly appreciate the fact that you saw a vision in us.” The woman with a soft firm voice dressed in neat attire spoke.“Your pitch was great, so yeah.” Mat
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Stefanos's POVI still didn't understand why Bella was so interested in Tomasso. What was so special about him that she'd rather spend with him than me?I had never seen Bella to eager to skip work than she was for Tomasso.Look at how her bright eyes flew open in shock when she he was shot, look at she pushed me, ignored me, just so she could get a glimpse of Tomasso's wound.The care in her eyes was so evident, and she didn't bother to ask if I was fine. I mean, I literally brought him home. She didn't care if something may have happened to me. All her focus was just on Tomasso, even when I tried to hint on the fact that I was feeling slighted…she looked at me as though I was speaking gibberish.I won't be surprised if she cursed at me tonight for bringing in another nurse for Tomasso but I didn't care, I would do anything to make sure my wife still remains my wife.I knew all of this was stupid. Somewhere in my heart, I knew Bella didn't see Tomasso more than her guard or maybe br
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Thankfully Tomasso opened his eyes.I jerked awake when I saw his eyes opening slightly. I instinctively washed the sleep aways from my eyes as soon as I saw the movement in his body.A sense of relief washed over me as I moved from the couch to the bed.I sat on the bed, placing my palm over his forehead. “Hey,” I called out softly.“Bella.” He managed to say as he attempted lifting his body.I caught him halfway. “No no. You can lay down. You're still suffering from pain. Maybe after a while we could take you to the hospital for a proper check up…”“How long did I sleep? And why am I in another room?” He asked, attempting to scan around the environment. He still wasn't getting it yet — he couldn't afford to stress himself. I guess his body was trying to get guessed to the fact that he had to stay calm. That was the life he was used to, he was caught up in that busy life where he had series of things to do each day.Now he had to rest.“I didn't keep track of the time because I slept
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Bella’s POVThe morning sunlight reflected through the mansion windows, casting a warm glow over the marble floors. The house was totally quiet and way more calm than usual.My father stood by the front door, an unreadable expression on his face.“I should be back soon,” he said, adjusting his coat. “You sure you’ll be okay?”I nodded, forcing a small smile on my face. “I should be asking you that.”His lips pressed into a thin line. “I know I messed up last night and I ask for your forgiveness.”I looked away as if he was saying trash to me. I wasn’t ready to revisit that conversation or remember those promise's he broke. “Just take care of yourself, Dad.”He sighed, then stepped forward, pulling me into a tight hug.“I love you, Bella,” he murmured.I closed my eyes. “I love you too, dad.”After the hug he waved good bye.With my father already out of the house and Stefano still out handling business, boredom settled over me.I wandered aimlessly through the mansion until I found my
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Stefano’s POVBella father sat stiffly in one of the guest rooms, with a face that reveals anything.I stood near the door, arms crossed, watching him. Bella sat on the edge of the bed beside him, her hand gripping his like a lifeline.I didn’t trust him.I didn’t say it outright, but my silence was enough to show things for myself. Bella must have sensed it because she turned to me with that fierce look she always had when she was determined.“He’s my father, Stefano,” she said firmly. “I can’t abandon him or chase him out.”I exhaled, rubbing a hand over my face showing my inner character. “I’m not saying throw him out, Bella. But I don’t trust him.”Her fingers tightened around him. “He has nowhere else to go expect her.”I met her father's eyes. He flinched slightly but held my look.“That’s convenient, isn’t it?” I said coldly, without evening giving a welcoming look.Bella’s grip on my wrist stopped me from stepping closer. “Stefano, please. Not now.”I clenched my jaw. “Fine.”
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Stefano’s POVThe moment my phone buzzed, I knew it wasn’t going to be good news.I leaned back in my chair, rubbing my hands around the cell phone before picking it up and placing it on speaker.“They bugged the warehouse, boss,” The voice came through from the other end. “Robin and his father.”A dangerous silence filled the office. Then I exhaled sharply, my jaw tightening, with immediate anger consuming me.“Luca Manno,” I muttered, gripping the edge of my desk. “That bastard still has the audacity.”I looked up , away from the phone screen, my expression dark. “Tell me they didn’t find anything useful.”“They might have,” the voice from the other end admitted. “We don’t know how long the bugs were there. Could’ve picked up supply routes, contacts, shipments..”“Enough,” I Interrupted, my anger bubbling dangerously close to the surface. “They want a war? They’ve got one.” “Orders?” my second in command asked.“Send our men,” I said coldly. “No loose ends. Kill every guard they h
