Isabella took a deep breath when her feet stepped outside the flight.
She is back where she belongs.
Her family, her home.
It’s been long four years.
It feels good to return to your roots.
Benvenuta in Italia (Welcome to Italy). The flight attendant said.
“Grazia (Thanks).” She replied and walk outside the airport taking her luggage.
A car was waiting for her outside the airport.
When she got in the car, she noticed a familiar face sitting in the driving seat.
“Angelo,” Isabella called out in surprise.
“Izzy.” He replied, smiling.
“Wow. It’s been four years since I am meeting you. How have you been?” She asked happily.
Angelo and Isabella have gone to the same school.
Angelo’s mom and Isabella’s mom have been working for Rossi since their childhood. Isabella’s mom has been the head cook there and Angelo’s mom used to work under her. Angelo’s father was the driver of Mr. Alessandro Rossi.
Though Isabella’s father died in her childhood and she has lived her life in Rossi’s servant quarter every maid there used to love her so much.
There were countless times Angelo’s parents saved her from her mom’s scolding.
And Angelo and she used to study in the same school and though Angelo was two years senior, then here they have been friends since childhood.
“Yes, and you have become more pretty since I last saw you.” Angelo teased her and Isabella blushed.
Isabella came out from the back seat and walked toward the passenger seat.
“Man, what are you doing now? Mom said you have joined Mr. Rossi’s company?” Isabella asked.
“Yes, I am now the assistant of the CEO,” Angelo replied proudly.
“Wow, you work under sir Alessandro?” Isabella was surprised.
“No, it’s Junior Mr. Rossi. Leonardo Rossi. Sir Alessandro retired three years back.” Angelo informed.
“Oh,” Isabella said, and they started to talk about other matters.
Isabella was familiar with this name. Leonardo Rossi.
One and only son of Mr. and Mrs. Rossi.
But Isabella remembers little about him.
Being a daughter of a servant, she could not roam around the mansion so much.
Yes, she was not restricted to staying inside the servant’s quarter and they could easily roam around the backyard of the mansion and no one from Rossi mansion used to come there.
Her childhood has been spent playing there.
Though she has seen Leonardo many times, her contact with him was limited.
And she has been always introverted when she used to see strangers.
So even a few times Leonardo approached him she didn’t talk with him much. She didn't know it was out of fear or respect.
After all, though they didn't treat her badly, she was their servant in a way.
“So, what are you thinking now? Will you join Rossi corporation too?” Angelo asked out of nowhere.
“I don’t know. I am not sure what to do now. I have to join a company though for my internship. But Rossi corporation works in real estate and I have a little idea about that. I mainly worked in costume designing and I don’t think I can help anyhow if I join Rossi corporation.” Isabella replied.
She would gladly join the Rossi corporation if she get a chance.
Though they were just a servant to Rossi, she was grateful to them.
Especially Leonardo Rossi and Alessandro Rossi.
When she got a chance to go to New York, her mom was reluctant.
It was a matter of a huge amount of money and how could her mom afford to spend so much with her simple job?
Alessandro was the one who has borne her expenses since childhood.
Though he has done this for Angelo too New York is a different thing.
Then Leonardo came to her rescue.
Though she didn’t know what she has said to her mom and his dad, he has convinced them both and Alessandro have send more than she needed each month to her account while her stay in New York.
“You just need to say yes. Sir Leo has started a new clothing line. You can join there and finish your internship.” Angelo said.
“When did he start it?” Isabella was surprised.
Yes, Rossi corporation was involved in many aspects of business though their main foothold was real estate.
“It’s been four years, oh it maybe one month after you left for New York. Mr. Rossi wanted to hand his business to his son. But he wanted him to prove himself before Mr. Rossi could hand him this empire. So he started this company. But now it’s one of the biggest clothing lines in Italy.” Angelo said proudly.
“He is really impressive,” Isabella said in an astonished tone.
“Yeah, you would be surprised to hear his company was ranked top within one year, and from then on, no company could take that place away from him. Mr. Rossi is so proud of his son.” Angelo said and Isabella only nod.
Though she was awestruck hearing his achievement, this topic was not of her interest.
Leonardo can be referred to as a stranger to Isabella and she didn’t have any interest in their family matters.
“How is Miss Rossi?” Isabella asked.
“She is as beautiful as ever. You would remember how she used to call us through the back door and make us eat food whenever there was a party in the mansion. She is such a warm-hearted person. Even now she didn’t change.” Angelo had a smile on his face when he was talking about Miss Rossi.
Isabella also remembers this woman.
She has always loved them a lot.
She used to tell her Isabella was her daughter.
Though Mr. Rossi never liked her friendly behavior with a servant, he couldn’t ever stop her.
“Here comes our home,” Leonardo said and Isabella noticed the familiar mansion coming into her view.
They get out of the car but didn’t walk away as there were a lot of things they wanted to talk about.
“Angelo, Master is calling you inside.” A maid Isabella doesn’t recognize runs toward them.
“I will meet you again,” Isabella said and came to hug him.
Angelo walked inside and Isabella looked upwards toward the mansion but the window was covered with a curtain and she didn’t notice anyone.
Thinking she was hallucinating she walked toward the backyard.
“What were you doing” A gruff voice entered Angelo’s ear even before he could enter the study of Leonardo properly.He noticed Leonardo was boring holes in his head and his eyes were blazing with anger.He was standing in front of the window which face the porch of the mansion.Anyone would love this view that the front garden and beautiful fountain can provide from Leonardo’s place, but Angelo knew clearly it would be the last thing this man will enjoy.“I went to pick Isabella up from the airport,” Angelo said not noticing the neck of Leonardo’s neck was popping out of anger.“Stay away from her.” A straight command came, making Angelo confused.Leonardo knew how close Angelo is to Isabella.So why does he need to stay away from her?But he didn’t dare to question him back.Though Leonardo is not one of those who create problems for his employees they didn’t end well who tried to mess with him.Angelo knew his work was done, so he walked out of the room with a confused look.Isabell
Isabella came out of the kitchen and noticed Mr. Rossi was sitting on the head chair while Mrs. Rossi was sitting beside her and another person was sitting opposite Mrs. Rossi whose back was facing her.She could easily guess who the person is, but she didn’t care and walked forward.When Mrs. Rossi noticed her she was getting up from her chair excitedly but Mr. Rossi glared at her, and she sat back in her place.Leonardo didn’t know what was happening, so he was busy on his phone like always.It’s difficult to run such a big empire so smoothly and hold the top place constantly for four years.He is a busy man, but he didn’t care about his busy schedule as long as he can get what he wants. Leonardo is born to rule and nothing can take it away from him, he won’t let anyone take it.Isabella walked toward the table and started to place the food methodically. she thought she could leave after placing the dish as there was another maid to serve the dishes. But who knew she was not here t
Leonardo was pacing in his study, and anyone can say he was not in a good mood.Nobody knew what made his mood spoil except his father, Alessandro, because he was responsible for this.Leonardo was not someone who talks too much, and he would explain nothing to anyone.His mother was worried, and she came with some of his favorite food and which was sitting on the coffee table beside his study window.But it was getting cold sitting there untouched.His study door was open, and he was angry with the visitor who entered unannounced.But when he noticed it was none other than his father, he just clenched his fist and sit on his chair.Alessandro walked toward his wine cabinet and bring out one of his best collections and pour it into two glasses.“What brings your lazy ass to my office? I thought you needed to spend some leisure time. That’s why you shove this business on me.” Leonardo mocked though he was the one who pressured Alessandro to hand him the business.He wanted to get the p
Next day, Isabella was determined to find a job.She brought out all her documents and put them on a file and walk out of the mansion for job hunting.She didn’t want a job in a fancy company.As long as her salary can support her family, she would be content.What is there to ask for?Her mother has worked hard all these years, and she just wanted to give her relief.She will rent an apartment and move out of the mansion.She wanted to do this even before she returned to New York.But after yesterday’s ordeal, she has become determined.She has two interviews today, and after that, she will visit a few offices to pass them the CV.Everything went well, and the day was exciting. The company she gave an interview with was promising.Though they are not good as Rossi, they will pay her well and the work environment was friendly.As her interview went, she was confident they would take them.She was happily returning home when someone called him from back.“Izzy.” Isabella turned around
One week later,Isabella was worriedly waiting for the answer to her interview.But there was no reply for them.Within this week she appeared in almost ten interviews, but no one cared to reply.Even if she was rejected, they should have informed her so that she could apply elsewhere.But even if they inform her they rejected her where will she apply?The company that was left was related to Rossi, and she was reluctant to apply.But if she wanted to move out of this mansion, she need to start somewhere.So she decided to give it a try, too.Today she has an interview, and she was going out when she noticed Angelo was coming out of his room.Isabella’s room and Angelo’s room were not close, but she need to pass by his room whenever she need to go out.“Hey, Izzy. Where are you going?” Angelo asked excitedly, but then he looked around to see if anyone is watching them.For a few days, Angelo was trying to keep his distance, though he wanted to spend some time with Isabella.They were
Leonardo was busy all day as he was working on a new project. He didn’t return till it was almost ten at night. Mrs. Rossi was worriedly waiting for his son. She wanted her son to take a rest and enjoy his life. But maybe it was not possible as he has a big responsibility on his shoulder. But she couldn’t stop herself from worrying too. When Leo returned, he found his mom sitting in the living room and waiting for him. He smiled and walked toward her and lie on her lap, sighing. “Why are you awake till now?” Leo asked worriedly, and she caress his hair with a gentle smile. “How can I sleep when my son is working there so late? If I retire to my room, I am sure you won’t even have your dinner.” She replied and Leo hummed. Leo has been always picky about food. He doesn’t even touch the food made outside if it was not made by some Michelin-star chef. So, Mrs. Rossi always orders them to make his food and send it to his office during lunch. But whenever he stays late Mrs. Ross
Isabella was anxiously standing in front of the kitchen counter. She has not bad at cooking but nothing compared to her mom. But she was confident she can go through this only this hulk can get out of the kitchen and not intimidate her with his scrutinizing gaze. Isabella was trying her best to not mess up but everything was getting spoiled because of her nervousness. When she was trying to open the packet of spaghetti, it spilled everywhere on the counter and she picked them up and put it in boiling water. Then she tried to make the sauce, but she burned the butter, so she took another pan to make it again. But nothing was working. She couldn’t concentrate and only can see look back and noticed he was standing there and looking at her. He was leaning on the door frame casually, wearing a shirt and pajama pants. His figure was relaxed and calm. But his aura was making her nervous. If it would be anyone else, maybe Isabella would enjoy the presence of a handsome man. But th
Next day Mrs. Rossi was sitting in the garden when she noticed Isabella was going out somewhere. “Izzy.” She called out and Isabella stopped and turned to find her sitting there. Isabella was trying to avoid the Rossi as much as possible so Mrs. Rossi didn’t get a chance to talk with her. But now when she was taking the initiative to call her she can’t avoid it, can she? So she walked toward her. “Hello, Mrs. Rossi.” Isabella has always respected these women. Though she has been living here with her mom as a daughter of a servant, this lady has always treated her well and also made her feel at home. Whenever she used to face a problem that was out of her mom’s capacity, she was always there to help. Unless those men inside the mansion can’t even bear her sight. She didn’t understand what happened yesterday, though. As Leonardo Rossi was watching her there was something deep, and dark. She couldn’t understand. But it made a shiver run through her body. But when she served hi