“If you want your freedom, you must be willing to pay a heavy price for it, Amelia.” Ashton brought me back to reality with his words. For a moment, it was like I was absorbed into his blue eyes. I turned away to hide my blush. ** Amelia thought she could live a different life after receiving an inheritance from her father. Still, she was caught in a situation that required her to accept a marriage arranged by her father long ago with the Romano family, one of the largest mafia clans that control various international business networks. To claim her full inheritance, Amelia must be willing to marry Ashton Romano, the adopted son of Alessandro Romano, who is her mother’s new husband. Amelia has no choice but to accept the marriage. Ashton’s charm slowly makes Amelia want to involve her feelings in their marriage. Still, on the other hand, Amelia finally knows the true identity of her mother’s new family. Amelia also feels her goal of having a life free from anyone is getting slimmer. Her distrust of her husband hinders her feelings for Ashton. On the other hand, her ex-boyfriend Mattew Albano returns to give Amelia hope for a life of happiness and freedom. Amelia’s trust and care are at stake between the two men, heirs to two of the biggest mafia clan families ever. Will Amelia choose to stay with her marriage with Ashton, or will Mattew’s presence be enough to make Amelia believe in the man’s promise that was delayed for her?
View MoreAfter our wedding, Ashton and I returned to the Romano family's luxurious mansion. A hollow feeling settled deep within my chest. This life wasn't the one I had imagined for myself. Though our marriage was a business arrangement, I couldn't shake the feeling that something remained unsaid between Ashton and me. I'd once fantasized about marrying someone I truly loved. Ironically, here I was, stuck with a man who didn't even bother to show an ounce of emotion, like Ashton Romano. And then there was Matthew's unexpected appearance, which only added to my confusion and left me more lost than ever about my future.Have you ever wondered what living without a sense of direction would be like? Are you just going through the motions because you're still breathing? My dream of being happy, free from the complications of people like my father, seemed almost arrogant to entertain now.I watched Ashton walk ahead of me, his movements deliberate. He stopped in the middle of the room and turned t
Ashton kissed me as we finished saying our wedding vows in front of everyone present today. I was almost carried away by our kiss again, and I had enough guts to stop first and force a smile on Ashton and the applauding guests.The party continued with the banquet, and congratulations came our way.“Congratulations on your wedding, Amelia.” I recognized the voice, and I was surprised by this male guest.“Mattew? What are you doing here?” I didn’t expect to see this man again after he dumped me by disappearing into thin air.“Of course, I wanted to congratulate you on finding my replacement.” Mattew’s words made me stare at him wide-eyed. How dare he say that, as if I had dumped him.“Look, Mattew, you even left without a word, and I’m looking for you like crazy. You disappeared like the earth pressed down on you. Don’t ever act like I’m the one at fault here.” I stared at the man, anger slowly rising inside me.Mattew grabbed my hand and pulled me to follow him, but Ashton managed to
I followed my mom through the dimly lit corridors, the oppressive silence broken only by the soft tap of her heels against the marble floor. This floor felt different—colder, darker, and filled with a tension that made my skin prickle. Every step seemed heavier as if I were trespassing on sacred ground.“This floor belongs to Ashton,” my mom said, her voice low but firm. She glanced over her shoulder, ensuring I was paying attention. “No one comes here without his permission. Not the guards. Not the staff. No one.”“Why not?” I asked, my voice barely louder than a whisper.My mom stopped and turned to face me, her expression unreadable. “Ashton’s business is his own,” she said, her tone hardening. “It’s better if you don’t ask questions.”“Business?” I echoed. “What kind of business are we talking about?”Her eyes narrowed, and for a moment, I thought she might answer. Instead, she turned away and kept walking.“I’m serious, Mom,” I pressed, quickening my pace to keep up. “If I’m stuc
“I want to leave,” I said bluntly. “I can’t stay here. This... this isn’t a life i want.”A flicker of something—amusement, maybe—crossed his face before disappearing. He didn’t answer immediately, and the silence grew heavier with each passing second.“Amelia,” he said finally, his voice calm but laced with an undercurrent of something darker. “And where would you go? You have no home, no money, no protection. Out there, you’re vulnerable. Here, you’re safe.”Safe. The word from Alessandro felt hollow. I clenched my fists, trying to keep my frustration in check. “I don’t feel safe here,” I admitted, my voice trembling slightly, betraying my anger.He raised an eyebrow, an unreadable look crossing his face. “You misunderstand the situation,” he said slowly, almost condescendingly. “This isn’t about what you feel. It’s about what’s best for you.”Alessandro’s words stung, but I wasn’t about to back down. “You don’t even know me,” I shot back, my voice growing louder. “How could you pos
What choice did I have but to accept this decision? I had no one else in this world except my mother, who suddenly came back into my life and showed me something surprising. My father left me something, and it was enough to get me back to living my life. I was even able to continue my studies again and have a decent life. However, my mother’s presence and her current residence looked luxurious, but it made me uneasy. I carried my things to one of the wardrobes with many doors. When I opened the door, it was filled with all sorts of beautiful and expensive clothes. My belongings weren’t much, but they weren’t worth the stuff in this closet. The door to my room opened, and a maid entered. “Young lady, you are requested to get ready for the family dinner.” The maid looked at me with a formal smile that confused me; I just nodded.“Everything you need is available in this room. You can call me if you need anything else.” The maid tried to be friendly, but I think she fulfilled her role
“We hope you’ll pack up your things soon, young lady, because this house will find a buyer soon.” The man wearing a boring grey suit stared at me with his uncompromising gaze, though I could see a hint of sympathy in those eyes.I swallowed with my body trembling. I didn’t expect that this day would come, that I would lose everything, the house that was my memories with my father and all the things in this house.“Is there no more time?” I tried to negotiate a compromise again, but I knew it was futile. The man exhaled loudly.“Sorry, young lady, this is the last time. You must leave this house today,” the man said in a flat tone, not wanting to be contradicted.I looked down, tears in my eyes, as I twisted my fingers to release this shocking sadness. I nodded.“Alright, I’ll be out this afternoon.” It was only ten o’clock in the morning, and I still had a few hours left to pack my things.“Very well, Miss Blackwood, I will come again this afternoon to confirm your words.” The man wal
“We hope you’ll pack up your things soon, young lady, because this house will find a buyer soon.” The man wearing a boring grey suit stared at me with his uncompromising gaze, though I could see a hint of sympathy in those eyes.I swallowed with my body trembling. I didn’t expect that this day would come, that I would lose everything, the house that was my memories with my father and all the things in this house.“Is there no more time?” I tried to negotiate a compromise again, but I knew it was futile. The man exhaled loudly.“Sorry, young lady, this is the last time. You must leave this house today,” the man said in a flat tone, not wanting to be contradicted.I looked down, tears in my eyes, as I twisted my fingers to release this shocking sadness. I nodded.“Alright, I’ll be out this afternoon.” It was only ten o’clock in the morning, and I still had a few hours left to pack my things.“Very well, Miss Blackwood, I will come again this afternoon to confirm your words.” The man wal...
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