Isabella Ava had been reluctant to go home but I assured her that I would be fine with Emilio. "I do not trust that man, Isabella," Ava cautiously said and looked around to see if my Dad heard her."It is alright, Ava, he means well," I assured her with a smile."You know that you can always come back and stay with me, us girls got to stick together," She said."I would love to stay with you more than anything in the world, but I just can't stay with you knowing that Vito can pay you a visit anytime he likes," I told her.Ava nodded a little bit sadly. I hoped that she did not think I was avoiding her because that was far from the reason. Flashbacks of Vito's large hands around my neck played over and over again in my head as I dreadfully recalled the attack.As Ava gently urged me to come back home with her, I felt a wave of apprehension wash over me, my heart pounding with fear at the mere thought of facing Vito again. "I appreciate your concern, Ava," I said, my voice trembling
Damien I was fool. I knew that now. I had been too lenient with my stance on Natalia moving on. I was in no mood to exchange words with her. I hardened my gaze as I laid eyes on her."This better be about work, Natalia," I said as I perched on my work desk, waiting. There was no reason we did not have to be civilized. Besides, whether we liked it or not, we were business partners and she played a huge role in bringing Renaissance to where it was today.Natalia sat down on the office couch that faced the large windows which displayed a nice view of the city landscape. "By all means, make yourself, comfortable," I said gruffly. Natalia said nothing for a while as she looked outside."I always forgot how beautiful the view from here was," She said looking, looking wistfully at the city from where she sat.I said nothing. She finally turned to me and looked at me for a while. I meant she really gazed deep into my soul and it got me a bit uneasy."You need someone at your side, Damien,"
Damien I was glad he was not yet dead. The mission I had assigned to him was a very dangerous one and I had half heartedly believe that he would not make it.The Burger joint at the dock was situated at the southern part of the city. It was a long drive and on the way, I had enough time to think. I made a mental note of the people that were coming for me. The first was Monroe from my army days, the second was Robert, my wife's ex, the third was Michael, a captain from the military who joined the police to become the head of a precinct. The most personal was my father, Vito Moretti.I made sure that I was not being followed as I drove. I knew that things were only going to get more and more difficult. I did not want to admit it but they were all going six feet if they did not desist from coming after me. It would not be the first time I had blood on my hands and with the way things were going, It was not going to be my last.My back was against the wall and I was running out of option
Isabella Enveloped by a heavy silence punctuated only by the sound of my own racing heart, Natalia's piercing gaze bore into mine, her eyes ablaze with an intensity that sent shivers down my spine. Beside me, Ava stood tall and unwavering, her presence a comforting reminder of the strength and resilience that flowed through my veins."Natalia, this needs to stop," I said, my voice trembling with a mixture of fear and defiance. "I will not leave Damien for you, no matter how many times you ask."Natalia's lips curled into a disdainful sneer as she took a step closer, her every movement radiating a dangerous sense of determination. "You're making a mistake, Isabella," she spat, her words laced with venom. "Damien belongs with me, and you know it."I felt a surge of anger rise within me at her audacity, at her blatant disregard for the sanctity of my marriage and the depth of my love for Damien. "You have no right to dictate who Damien belongs with," I shot back, my voice ringing with r
Damien I begged Mom to stay over. This is because I wanted Isabella to feel safe and she could have someone to talk to."I can not stand that man, Damien!" Mom spat distastefully."You are not here because of Emilio but for your grandchild," I told her. She turned to me, almost all teary eyes."Fine, I will stay overnight," She said and sniffed. I gave her a tight hug."I love you so much, Mom," I said and embraced her."I love you so much, my little Damie," She replied. I chuckled.I left her in the living room and went upstairs to change into something casual. The flash drive, I was giving was what was on my mind at the moment but I needed to talk to my wife first.Isabella was standing in front of the window watching the sunset. I approached her and hugged her from behind. She pulled away from my embrace. This was not good. I knew she was upset about Natalia's unwanted visit and from the looks of it"I am so sorry for what happened," I told her. She turned angrily away from me."I
Isabella The weight of frustration and exhaustion settled heavily upon me. Natalia's relentless pursuit of Damien had worn me down, leaving me questioning my worth as his wife and partner. Why did he continue to indulge her, despite knowing the turmoil it caused me?My mind raced with insecurities and fears, each one gnawing at my confidence and sense of security. Did Damien still harbor feelings for Natalia? Was I not enough for him? Those thoughts consumed me, festering like a poison within my mind.I tried to rationalize Damien's actions, convincing myself that he was simply trying to handle the situation delicately, but deep down, I couldn't shake the feeling of inadequacy that plagued me. Was I not strong enough to stand up to Natalia? Was I not worthy of Damien's unwavering loyalty and love?The constant battles with Natalia had taken their toll on our marriage, eroding the trust and intimacy that once bound us together. I longed for the days when our love was untainted by outs
Damien Through out my time as a military police officer, I had seen enough fucked up shit in my line of duty but not one as diabolic as what I just witnessed. It dawned on me that I still had no idea what was going on in Renaissance and this information that Jackson got was invaluable.I understood why he was jittery. He really went in deep down the rabbit hole and came out she'll shocked. I inserted the flash drive into the side of my MacBook and waited until whatever was on the flash displayed.The weight of the flash drive in my pocket felt heavier than ever, each step toward our living room filled with a sense of dread and anticipation. I needed to know what was on it, but a part of me feared what I might find.As I settled onto the couch, I couldn't shake the feeling of unease that gnawed at the edges of my consciousness. With trembling hands, I retrieved the flash drive from my pocket and inserted it into my laptop, the soft hum of the machine filling the room as it powered on.
Isabella "This Robert is quite persistent," Ava said as she joined me in watching the phone ring. There were few pop up messages that I refused to look at."How did he even get your number?" Ava asked in an irritated manner."We sort of dated for a while before I knew that he was involved with Camilla," I answered sheepishly.Ava raised a surprised eyebrow at me. I went red with embarrassment. "It was before I met Damien," I defended."That is not what surprises me, Isabella, it's the fact that he was unfaithful to you and he still thinks that he is entitled to your time," Ava said.I was grateful that Ava was here with me for the moral support. The thought of Robert coming for me was terrifying and I did not want him hurting me like he did the last time. "Where is he even calling from?" Ava asked.I shrugged. "He is the reason Camilla hates me," I told her."Please, that stuck up bitch hates everyone and everything," Ava said. I gasped a little as a smile played on my face. I had