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Redemption Chapter 31
ANNAThe sound of a persistent beep invaded my dreams, causing me to stir in my sleep. It was strange because Dante wasn't the type to set alarms, and I definitely hadn't set one. As I tried to sit up, a sharp pain shot through my abdomen, stopping me in my tracks.As I forced my eyes open, the beeping became more insistent. It took me a moment to realize that I was in a hospital room, hooked up to various machines that were beeping and whirring around me. I scanned the room, trying to get my bearings, and spotted Dante sitting uncomfortably in a white plastic chair beside me.His eyes met mine, and he offered a small smile. "Good morning," he said softly. Despite his attempt to sound upbeat, I could sense that something was off."Morning," I replied, trying to ignore the gnawing feeling of anxiety in my gut. "What's going on?"Dante rose from his chair and sat down on the edge of my bed, taking my hand in his. "Are you in pain? Do you need me to call a doctor?"As Dante held my hand,
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DANTEAnna's request for me to stay away had been nagging at me but I couldn't ignore her any longer. I knew that my absence would give her the space she needed, but it also gave her time to build up resentment towards me. Despite my reservations, I decided to enter her room. As I stepped closer to her door, I heard her discussing something with Matteo.My heart sank as I listened to their conversation, hoping that Matteo wouldn't spill the beans about Anna's mother's death. Anna was already going through so much pain after the loss of our baby. Adding her mother's death to the mix would only make things worse. I stood back and paid closer attention to what they were saying.Suddenly, something Anna said caught my attention. She mentioned that they things she had learnt about her life would hinder her from feeling shocked about anything. My curiosity was piqued, but I couldn't help but wonder what Morello had told her. Morello had a reputation for being talkative, and I couldn't help b
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DANTEEver since Anna walked me out of her ward, her words and behavior have been consuming me. The mere thought of Anna considering taking someone's life makes me want to crawl out of my own skin. I feel like a complete failure, knowing that I couldn't protect my child and Anna from the darkness that surrounds me. Unable to contain my emotions any longer, I lashed out and punched the wall next to me. A crack formed, and my knuckles throbbed with pain."You need to calm down, boss," Matteo said calmly. "Seeing Anna with bruises isn't going to help anyone."I stared at him, fighting the urge to lash out. In the past, whenever I was angry, I would take it out on Matteo in the ring, probably because he was the only one who could defend himself. "That's the problem, Matt," I said, my voice trembling with rage. "Anna doesn't want to see me. You should have seen the way she looked at me. Her eyes were filled with pure hatred and disgust."I couldn't help but feel like I had failed Anna, fail
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ANNAThat two faced goblin slipper like bastard had the audacity to have Matteo bring me home from the hospital. He is hiding away like the bastard he is. In all honesty, I do not wish to stay in his house but for the sake of my real parents and information on VH14, I am willing to stay a little longer.Matteo appeared in the doorway as I fiddled with a slice of bacon on my plate. "You've been playing with that bacon for quite some time now," he remarked.I glanced up, surprised. "I didn't know I was being monitored," I retorted.He frowned at my response and approached me. "There's no need to be a bitch. I'm just concerned about you," he said.His comment had completely ruined my appetite, and I had no interest in continuing our conversation. "Where's Dante?" I asked curtly."He should be here soon. He had something urgent that needed his attention," Matteo replied.The realization that Dante had something more important to do than bring me home stung, more than I cared to admit. Desp
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DANTEShit! I can't believe I let that slip out without filtering my words. Anna must really have a unique effect on me, bringing out parts of my personality that I never knew existed.As I sat there, observing Anna's sharp and cunning demeanor, I couldn't help but admire how much she had grown intellectually. Not that I ever thought she was unintelligent, but she had a tendency to act impulsively without considering the consequences of her actions. However, it seemed that she had developed a shrewdness that I had never witnessed before.Despite her newfound intelligence, I knew that I was still the master of mind games. "I'm not foolish, Anna," I retorted calmly. "You just got out of the hospital and only a select few people were allowed in your room - the doctors, Matteo, and myself. Matteo doesn't know much about VH14 and has no reason to bring it up, so unless the doctors discussed it with you, which is highly unlikely, the only other person you could have learned about it from is
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DANTEAnna listened intently as I relayed what little information I knew about VH14. It wasn't much, but it was a start."I don't know much about it, but what I do know is that VH14 is a drug that was likely produced about fifteen years ago," I said. "There was an outbreak of a deadly virus, and the government granted scientists aid to research the virus and find an antidote. But during the process of creating the antidote, something more powerful was created. It was proven that the new substance produced was even deadlier than the virus if mismanaged."I paused, taking a deep breath. "The government requested that the scientists hand over the new discovery, but the scientist who produced it refused. He was reported dead a few months later, but the information on VH14 was never found."With a sly expression, Anna peered at me through a narrow opening between her eyelids, her focus unwavering. "Do you know the name of the scientist who discovered the drug?" she asked, her voice tinged w
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ANNAAlthough it may seem selfish to some, I have not yet brought my mother home or asked Dante about her. Truth be told, I have a deep connection with my mother's love that I have carried with me throughout my life. However, I have not felt that connection for several months now. Perhaps I am a coward for avoiding my fears and not accepting the truth, but after killing Debbie just a few hours ago, I experienced a certain peace and closure. If I want the same peace and closure regarding my mother, I need to request her body from Dante, as he owes me that much.As I stepped out of the shower, water dripping from my body, I found Dante lounging on my bed, his long legs stretched out. It was a shock to see him there, and I couldn't help but yelp in surprise. Glancing at the door, then back at him, I stammered, "I thought I locked that door? How did you get in?"With a brazen grin, Dante eyed me up and down, licking his lips. "This is my house, sweetheart. Did you really think you could ke
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DANTEAs I moved closer to Anna, I could feel the tension in the air. Her trembling hands and legs were a clear indication that she had been standing there for a while, perhaps listening to our conversation. The tear stains on her face and the fear in her eyes told me that she had heard more than she bargained for.I approached her cautiously, not wanting to startle her any further. "Anna? Baby? How long have you been standing there?" I asked, my voice soft and gentle.She wiped her tears and tried to compose herself, running her hand through her hair in an attempt to regain some semblance of control. "I just got here," she stammered, her voice shaking with nervousness. "Why do you ask?"I looked over at Matteo and saw the disbelief in his eyes. I shared his doubts - there was something about Anna's demeanor that didn't add up. It was clear to me that she had overheard our conversation, and that she was afraid of me because of it.I knew that Anna's fear was a result of my own actions,
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