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While lounging on the sunbed by the pool, I called out for Lucille. Violet, looking to unwind, took advantage of her class-free schedule by enjoying a swim. Lucille joined me at the sunbed while Renzo stayed indoors. Since I preferred staying inside, not many of my staff were around me. Instead, my guards were scattered throughout the house.Taking a sip of my pineapple juice, I reached out to Lucille and asked, "How long have you been working for Marco?" I looked at her, waiting for her response."I've been part of the Moretti family for a significant amount of time, Ma'am. I practically grew up with them," Lucille replied, smiling warmly. "My parents used to work for Sir Davide, and when they passed away, the Morettis didn't hesitate to provide me with support. They took care of me and ensured I received an education, especially Sir Marco."Resting my chin on the back of my hand, I listened intently to Lucille's narrative."I used to view Sir Marco and Renzo as older brothers. But t
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The household staff served us with food and drinks. I gestured towards it, hoping to break the heavy silence between Martina and me."Would you like something to eat? When did you arrive, Martina? Marco mentioned you were in a different country," I managed to form a coherent sentence while facing Martina, and surprisingly, my nerves didn't cause me to stutter."Yesterday," she replied curtly, keeping her gaze locked on me.Deciphering her stare proved challenging. Was she fond of me or did she hold some resentment? She appeared just as complex as her family, where only their mother seemed approachable."I'm glad you came. I've been looking forward to meeting you.""Do you really?" Her tone carried a hint of sarcasm.I nervously bit my lip, feeling a sense of scrutiny from her, as if she was carefully observing my every move and word for potential ammunition against me."Um... I think Marco might be returning soon. I should start preparing dinner. Martina, you're welcome to join us." I
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I tightly held onto my hand, feeling the pain. Throughout the day, I had been handling different types of guns under Martina's guidance. Her training methods were unusual, characterized by relentless intensity, as if there was an impending deadline. In reality, there was one — Martina had committed to train me only during her one-month stay in the country before leaving again.I vividly remember the day I approached Martina for assistance. She questioned me skeptically, "Are you sure?" Her challenge was evident. "I didn't suggest you change for my brother; I'm only telling you what I've observed and noticed.""I understand, Martina. It's valuable that you shared your observations with me. It made me realize that maybe I don't naturally fit into Marco's world. So, I contemplated a way to belong. If you can impart all the necessary knowledge to me, I'm willing to do whatever it takes and fully embrace your teachings."After much contemplation, I decided to visit Martina's house. Althoug
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"It's not about doubting your abilities, Maddie. My concern lies in your tendency to act recklessly without properly assessing the danger. You have a tendency to rush into situations, confident that you can protect yourself. But it's not about your ability to protect yourself; it's about not putting yourself in unnecessarily dangerous situations." Marco released a deep sigh, though his expression appeared unchanged, giving the impression of lingering anger. "If you can promise me that you'll refrain from involving yourself in life-threatening situations, I'm willing to support your training. I'll even take part in monitoring and facilitating it alongside Martina.” My face lit up with surprise. This was an unexpected turn of events. I never anticipated Marco offering to assist with my training, especially considering everything he had said to me before.I raised my hand in agreement, assuring Marco with a heartfelt "I promise!" The wave of emotions overwhelmed me, prompting me to appr
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We arrived at his home, relieved to find that it was still in their possession."Thank you for the ride, Maddie. Please, come inside. I'll prepare some food," he offered."Oh, there's really no need—""Come on, Maddie. We rarely get to see each other, and now you're refusing me? Consider it a way for me to show my gratitude for your earlier help. Your gesture might seem small, but I genuinely appreciate it."I bid farewell to the guards who remained outside, not joining us inside the house. Since I was already there, I decided to visit Aunt Aurora. She was still asleep upon my arrival, but I was glad to hear she was feeling better.Carson and I made our way to the living room, where a spread of food awaited us."It's comforting to see that some of our loyal staff members have chosen to stay by our side, despite the challenges we're facing," Carson commented.As I took a sip of my juice, I expressed empathy towards Carson. "Do you still not have any idea why all of this has happened to
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I'm feeling suffocated, unable to breathe. My attempts to open my eyes prove worthless; they won't budge. Please, someone, help me! This situation feels like a recurring dream, one I've experienced before but now it's happening again.My surroundings are shrouded in pitch darkness, robbing me of vision. However, various loud noises invade my ears, painting a chaotic scene. Amidst the confusion, I can discern distinctive sounds - gunshots, a girl's anguished cries, and the crashing of something hitting the ground. Shattering objects join the symphony, further deepening my sense of disorientation. While some of these sounds feel familiar, others remain unfamiliar, leaving me unsure if I've ever lived through this dream in reality.My struggles intensify as I fight to breathe and break free from invisible chains that immobilize my body. Fear grips me tightly as the impenetrable darkness offers no solace, leaving me on edge.I heard the sound of approaching footsteps, and in my fear, tear
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I have been abiding by Marco's wishes, but we haven't been communicating. This situation has left me feeling resentful, as if Marco doesn't trust my ability to look after myself. It's as though he believes I'll encounter danger at every turn and end up in a catastrophe as soon as I step out of the house. Feeling trapped indoors, I find myself with nothing to occupy my time. Even when I do manage to go out, I require Marco's approval, and once granted, I'm accompanied by a swarm of bodyguards. The level of security I have sometimes makes me feel like I exceed that of the First Lady. Consequently, I often lose my motivation to venture outside. This has been the state of affairs for an entire week, and despite occasional conversations with Marco, we find ourselves in a cold war of sorts. Even my training sessions have shifted to being carried out within the confines of my home. It's different when emotions come into play; it affects the accuracy of my aim, causing each bullet to consiste
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The evening was filled with laughter, storytelling, drinks, and a touch of sentimentality. That's how our night unfolded. In addition to Marco, Violet, and Aunt Mildred, I'm grateful for the friends who have stood by me during the most difficult moments of my life."Sophia mentioned that your husband doesn't want to have children. Is that really the case, Madison?" Alec's words were slurred, indicating her tipsiness."Yes, it's true," I responded. "But Marco must have his reasons.""What could his reasons be? Why does he choose to withhold his lineage and deprive me of adorable godchildren?"Sophia burst into laughter at Alec's comment and playfully tapped his arm."This girl is already intoxicated!" Sophia grabbed the drink from Alec, but he was still reluctant to quit."Don't take my glass, you bitch!" he slurred, clearly becoming drowsy."Stop it! You'll be driving later; listen to Sophia. I intervened to help Sophia take the drink away from Alec because he appeared heavily intoxic
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