All Chapters of Bound by Rivalry, Freed by Love: Chapter 1 - Chapter 7

I clicked the glass of champagne with Mr Smith as we locked the deal with each other. Having him as a business partner would bring success to the Russo empire. My family is one of the most oldest and powerful ones in Italy, and to keep the legacy and name of my father, I am ready to go beyond any depths. "I hope you stand up to our expectations regarding this deal Mr Russo, I have heard a lot about you and your business ethics, however, I am still sceptical about some things" Mr Smith spoke, his gaze calculative as he stared at me, trying to find out the reaction that he might have anticipated. I gave him a wry smile in response, my eyes staring into his without any ounce of hesitancy. "You have my word, Mr Smith. I assure you, you won't regret doing business with the Russos'" As I was about to take a sip of the champagne, his next words made me halt. "Of course Mr Russo, however, whispers regarding Dominic Mancini and your relationship with Veros, are making me a bit concerned"

I woke up to the sound of some whispers outside the room. My brows furrowed as I sat up straight on the bed and placed my hand on the side of my head, to ease the stinging pain that was increasing with each passing minute. I took my phone that was on the nightstand, my eyes widening the moment I looked at the time. Oh God! I overslept! Great job Aurora! Memories of last night flashed in front of my eyes making me sick from inside. The encounter with Armando The kiss "I won't drink anymore" I muttered under my breath and squinted my eyes in response to the pain that I was going through and decided to take a hot water shower. I shouldn't have agreed to Alice's idea, it gave me some unwanted memories. I hope I do not encounter Armando, the last thing I ever want is him mocking me for my stupidity last night. I stepped outside and the first person I met was Martha- the head maid. Her silver hair, neatly pulled back into a bun, hinted at the wisdom and experience she brought to her ro

I can't believe this. This guy is unbelievable. I have no idea what made him care about me so much but it was not helping me. I seriously had no idea that the notorious and narcissistic Armando Russo could 'care' for someone and that too his wife whom he hates so much. Nor did I care, but it was hard to resist the way my heart thumped aggressively in response to these acts. I hope he does not have a sheer motive behind these gestures and that they are genuine. "So, who is this friend of yours?" His voice brought me back to reality and I composed myself before responding without looking his way. "An old friend from university" The car stopped at the red signal and I gazed at the pinkish sky. The sun was setting and the view looked very mesmerising and warm. "And why are you meeting him?" Armando enquired again making me roll my eyes. "Is it bad to meet an old friend? And why are you asking me such questions? He is not a criminal so you can relax" I gave him a sarcastic smile and he

I stared at the screen in front of me with hollow eyes. The events of last night kept playing in my head like a tape, with no ending. The way she accepted my reasons and her eyes sparkled with hope regarding this relationship made me feel weird. I was not sure if what I was doing was correct or not, but it was for the best in the end. Aurora was still unaware of the secret agreement I made with her father in the presence of her elder brother- Sebastian- before we got married. "We all know that this is a marriage of convenience, and we still do not trust each other" I spoke in a deep voice as I observed Lucio Vero in his usual white expensive suit. The long grey beard depicted how long he has been in this industry just like my father. His sharp eyes gazed at mine with a hint of amusement. "Something that I expected but still you never fail to make me surprise Russo. Have to admit, you are way better than your father" A nerve in my jaw ticked at his remark. I know what he was trying