Semua Bab My Godfather is my Soulmate: Bab 51 - Bab 60

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51. Unbalanced Thoughts

Alexa's POVI paced restlessly, my half-hearted attempts to get ready abandoned. My reflection in the mirror was a stranger – pale, drawn, with shadows under my eyes that spoke of sleepless nights and gnawing worry.But I couldn't let it consume me. Not tonight and certainly not completely. Jeremy deserved better. He deserved my attention, my gratitude, a semblance of the warmth he so freely offered. I couldn't allow my father's cryptic message to completely overshadow the evening.I took a deep breath, forcing myself to straighten my shoulders. "What will be, will be," I told myself, a mantra against the rising tide of panic. I couldn't control the future. I couldn't undo the past. All I could do was try to navigate the present with a shred of grace.I decided to start over, to approach the evening with a renewed sense of purpose. I chose a dress, a simple but elegant black number that made me feel a little more confident, a little more put-together. I took my time with my hair and m
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52. Fleeting Moments

Alexa's POVFor a few precious hours, I allowed myself to be swept away by the flickering images on the screen, to lose myself in the story unfolding before me. This movie night was an impromptu decision, but it will go a long way in getting me distracted from everything happening in my life. Jeremy's presence beside me was a comforting anchor, a gentle reminder of the kindness and support he offered. He didn't press me, didn't demand explanations for my distracted silences. He simply sat beside me, his hand occasionally brushing against mine, a silent offering of comfort.The movie ended, the credits rolling across the screen, and we stepped out into the cool night air. The city lights shimmered, reflecting in Jeremy's eyes as he turned to me, a soft smile playing on his lips."That was good," he said, his voice low. "I'm glad we came instead of going home like we had initially planned.""Me too," I replied, my voice a little breathless. The tension that had been building between us
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53. Impending Storm

Don Antonio's POVThe silence in the villa was no longer a peaceful respite; it was a tense, expectant hush, like the calm before a storm. Isabella's threat hung heavy in the air, a dark cloud casting a shadow over the once-tranquil haven. I knew it was only a matter of time before Donald would know.I paced the length of the living room, my movements restless and agitated. The expansive windows, usually a source of solace, now framed a turbulent sea, mirroring the turmoil within me. The staff moved with hushed efficiency, their eyes darting away from mine, sensing the brewing storm.I tried to prepare myself, to steel my nerves for the inevitable confrontation. I rehearsed what I would say, how I would explain the baffling connection I shared with Alexa. But words seemed scarce, clumsy tools against the force of Donald's likely fury.He was my best friend, my confidant, the brother I never had. We had weathered storms together, built empires together, faced down enemies together. But
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54. Unburdening

Alexa's POVI rushed after Jeremy, my heart pounding in my chest. He walked with a determined stride, his back rigid, his silence a heavy rebuke. I had to stop him. I had to make him understand."Jeremy! Wait!" I called out, my voice echoing in the deserted street.He paused, turning to face me, his expression a mixture of hurt and resignation. "What is it, Alexa?" he asked, his voice flat."I…I need to explain," I said, my breath coming in ragged gasps. "I need you to understand."He raised an eyebrow, his gaze skeptical. "Explain what? That you're in love with someone else? That you can't be with me?""Yes," I said, my voice trembling. "But it's not that simple, Jeremy. It's not just 'someone else.'"I took a deep breath, the words catching in my throat. "It's…it's Don Antonio."The silence that followed was deafening. Jeremy's eyes widened, his expression shifting from hurt to disbelief, then to something akin to shock."Don Antonio? The Don Antonio?" he repeated, his voice barely
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55. Interruption

Alexa's POVThe conference room buzzed with the low hum of anticipation. Polished mahogany, gleaming chrome, and the panoramic city view through the floor-to-ceiling windows all spoke of power and success. Dad stood at the head of the long table, his presence commanding, his gaze sweeping over the assembled executives.I sat a few seats down, trying to focus on the documents in front of me, but my mind was still reeling from the encounter with Jeremy and the unsettling conversation with Elsie. The weight of my secrets felt like a physical burden, making it difficult to concentrate on the intricacies of corporate strategy.My father launched into his presentation, his voice strong and confident, outlining the next phase of the company's expansion. He spoke of market trends, competitive advantages, and aggressive growth targets. He was in his element, the master strategist, the driving force behind our empire.The executives listened attentively, nodding in agreement, their faces reflec
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56. The Inevitable Truth

Don Antonio’s POVThe incessant lapping of the waves against the shore, once a source of fragile peace, now sounded like a relentless drumbeat, each crash echoing the anxiety that gnawed at me. Isabella's threat hung heavy in the air, an unspoken certainty that had poisoned the villa's peacefulness.Days had passed since her outburst, each hour stretching into an eternity of nervous anticipation. I had tried to distract myself, to focus on my recovery, but the gnawing unease was a constant companion. Donald's silence was deafening, more terrifying than any angry confrontation.Finally, I could bear the uncertainty no longer. I reached out to a trusted source, someone within Donald's inner circle, someone whose loyalty, though carefully cultivated, I believed I could still rely on. The call was brief, the words clipped and carefully chosen."The information you requested, Don Antonio," the voice on the other end said, devoid of any personal inflection. "It is confirmed. Mr. Bavarish is
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57. Inevitable

Alexa’s POV The moment I stepped into my father's office, the atmosphere was thick with a cold, simmering rage that was more terrifying than any shouting. He stood behind his imposing mahogany desk, his knuckles white as he gripped the edge, his eyes blazing with a fury I had rarely witnessed. Elsie came in at some point and stood silently to the side, her expression a strange mix of uncertainty and vindication.Before I could even open my mouth to ask what was wrong, what the urgent matter was, his hand shot out with lightning speed. The resounding crack of his palm against my cheek echoed in the sudden silence of the room.My head snapped to the side, a searing pain erupting across my face. My ears rang, and for a disoriented moment, the opulent office swam before my eyes. I stumbled back, my hand instinctively flying to my burning cheek, my eyes wide with shock and disbelief.Tears welled instantly, blurring my vision. My father had never, ever, laid a hand on me in anger. This wa
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58. Shattered Reality

Alexa’s POVThe drive home was a blur of tears and disjointed thoughts. My hands gripped the steering wheel, knuckles white, as I navigated the familiar streets, but the world outside the car window seemed alien and distorted. My father's words echoed in my mind, each syllable a fresh wave of pain.Fired. Just like that. My career, my identity within the family business, the future I had envisioned – all of it ripped away in a single, brutal pronouncement. It felt like a part of me had died in that office, leaving behind a hollow ache and a terrifying void.My whole life felt like it was unraveling. The foundation I had built, brick by painstaking brick, had crumbled beneath the weight of my father's anger and betrayal. What was I now? Just Alexa Bavarish, adrift without the anchor of my family's name and influence.The city lights blurred through my tear-filled vision, each one a mocking reminder of the life I was losing. The familiar landmarks of my daily commute felt foreign, impla
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59. Escalating Fears

Don Antonio’s POV The news hit me like another blow, compounding the anxiety that had been gnawing at me since my source confirmed Donald knew. Isabella, in one of her rare moments of cruel satisfaction, had seen to it that the information reached me swiftly. Alexa had been fired. Terminated, effective immediately.The clinicality of the words sent a fresh wave of panic surging through me. Donald’s anger was clearly far more intense than I had even imagined. To cut Alexa off from her career, from her own standing within his empire, was a brutal and decisive act. It spoke of a complete severing of ties, a public denouncement that chilled me to the bone.My first thought, as always, was for Alexa. How was she coping with this? Was she alone? Was she scared? The image of her facing Donald’s wrath, and now this devastating consequence, filled me with a helpless fury. I should have been there. I should have protected her.My hand trembled as I snatched my phone, Alexa’s number already imp
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60. The Morning After

Alexa’s POVThe first sensation was a dull, throbbing ache behind my eyes and a thick, cottony feeling in my mouth. Sunlight, unwelcome and harsh, pierced through the gap in my curtains, making me groan and bury my face deeper into the pillow.Slowly, reluctantly, I dragged myself back to consciousness. Fragmented memories of the previous night flickered through my mind – the devastating call with Claire, the numbing burn of the scotch, the heavy descent into oblivion. A wave of nausea washed over me, a physical reminder of my self-destructive spiral.With a sigh, I reached for my phone on the nightstand. The screen lit up, displaying a string of missed calls. Several from Don Antonio. My heart gave a painful lurch. He had tried to reach me. Multiple times. There were also a few missed calls from Jeremy, and surprisingly, even one from Elsie.Confusion warred with a lingering sense of dread. Why were they all trying to contact me? Especially Elsie.As I sat up, the room swam slightly,
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