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Chapter 129. Disappointed Wife
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Taking Sophia's hand, he guided it to rest on his neck, his touch both confident and deliberate. His hands found their place on her hips, pulling her closer until their bodies aligned with the rhythm of the music. Sophia gasped at the electrifying proximity between them, her pulse quickening as their eyes locked in a silent exchange.“So, what’s your plan for tonight?” he asked, his voice low and inviting.“What do you mean?” Sophia questioned, her brow slightly furrowed.“Planning to go home or stay here with me?” he asked straightforwardly, his gaze never wavering.“Hold your horses, mister. You don’t know who my husband is. He can be very dangerous,” Sophia warned, a mischievous smirk dancing on her lips as she indulged in the playful tension between them.“I’m not afraid of him,” he replied casually, the corner of his mouth lifting in a teasing smile.“If my husband finds out that you’ve danced with me and gotten this close, he might actually kill you,” Sophia cautioned, her tone
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Taking Sophia's hand, he guided it to rest on his neck, his touch both confident and deliberate. His hands found their place on her hips, pulling her closer until their bodies aligned with the rhythm of the music. Sophia gasped at the electrifying proximity between them, her pulse quickening as their eyes locked in a silent exchange.“So, what’s your plan for tonight?” he asked, his voice low and inviting.“What do you mean?” Sophia questioned, her brow slightly furrowed.“Planning to go home or stay here with me?” he asked straightforwardly, his gaze never wavering.“Hold your horses, mister. You don’t know who my husband is. He can be very dangerous,” Sophia warned, a mischievous smirk dancing on her lips as she indulged in the playful tension between them.“I’m not afraid of him,” he replied casually, the corner of his mouth lifting in a teasing smile.“If my husband finds out that you’ve danced with me and gotten this close, he might actually kill you,” Sophia cautioned, her tone
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\"But angel, listen to me." His tone softened upon seeing his wife so angry, though the authority in his voice remained. "You don’t need to ask for favors—from me or anyone else—when you already own an entire enterprise. What’s mine is yours. You can have whatever you want," he added lazily, as if the matter were the simplest thing in the world.How swiftly he switched moods never failed to baffle her. But one thing was certain—her mafia husband was unlike anyone else. As his wife, she knew what was his was hers. Still, it wasn’t truly hers, not in the way that mattered. She refused to rely on his wealth."Leonardo, I don’t need your money—or my family’s. I’ll work hard and build my own empire one day," she declared with fierce determination."Then let me be the investor in your project, dear."The familiar voice of Sophia’s father cut through the air, causing both Leonardo and Sophia to turn toward the doorway.Sophia’s brows knitted in confusion as she watched her father step into
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Leonardo smirked as he noticed the anger on his wife’s face. Sophia averted her gaze, pretending to be asleep, but he wasn’t fooled. Closing the door softly, he walked over to her and leaned down, his lips brushing the edge of her ear.“You can’t deceive me, baby girl,” he whispered.Sophia’s eyes flew open at the sensation, but her annoyance flared stronger. She pushed him away without hesitation.“Why did you come back so early?” she snapped bitterly. “You should’ve spent more time with Ava!”Leonardo sighed, rubbing the back of his neck. “Baby, she’s just my childhood friend. You don’t need to be jealous of her. You’re my wife.”“Wow! You realized that very soon,” Sophia shot back, sitting up with her arms crossed tightly over her chest. “Did you even remember it was our wedding anniversary? Or did she help you forget that too?” Her voice wavered as unshed tears pooled in her eyes, the sting of disappointment cutting deep.Leonardo sat beside her, his gaze softening as he reached o
